sound level for FI CBE

ohohoh123456 · 11-12-2013, 01:35 PM

Good day fellow members,

I have a question for those with FI CBE. I just order a new set and debating whether there should be a 12'' resonator or non-resonated. I've done some research on the forum but I couldn't find any specific information on sound level for FI CBE only. So I'd like to seek advice from you.

1. How loud is non-resonated? (will it get on your nerve if you drive for a long time)? This is not my DD but it is the only car I got so it needs to take me everywhere.
2. I don't think I will get the HFC. But I may add in oil cooler, CAI (possibly stillen) and Turbo later on. If I get non-resonated, will this cause the sound level to go crazy?
3. I'm a newb to mods so I don't think I'm a good candidate myself on installations. Wondering if anyone know a good performance shop around Chicago area for me to take the exhaust in for installation?

Thanks a lot guys for your help!

Chuck33079 · 11-12-2013, 01:38 PM

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Originally Posted by ohohoh123456

Good day fellow members,

I have a question for those with FI CBE. I just order a new set and debating whether there should be a 12'' resonator or non-resonated. I've done some research on the forum but I couldn't find any specific information on sound level for FI CBE only. So I'd like to seek advice from you.

1. How loud is non-resonated? (will it get on your nerve if you drive for a long time)? This is not my DD but it is the only car I got so it needs to take me everywhere.
2. I don't think I will get the HFC. But I may add in oil cooler, CAI (possibly stillen) and Turbo later on. If I get non-resonated, will this cause the sound level to go crazy?

Thanks a lot guys for your help!

The oil cooler and CAI will have no effect on the exhaust's volume. The CAI will add some induction noise. The turbo will make it quieter.

ohohoh123456 · 11-12-2013, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Chuck33079

The oil cooler and CAI will have no effect on the exhaust's volume. The CAI will add some induction noise. The turbo will make it quieter.

Hi Chuck,

Thanks! so CAI's increase will get canceled out by the turbo? do you have any suggestions?

Chuck33079 · 11-12-2013, 02:14 PM

If you're planning to buy a turbo, don't bother with the CAI. It won't work with the turbo kit.

ohohoh123456 · 11-12-2013, 02:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chuck33079

If you're planning to buy a turbo, don't bother with the CAI. It won't work with the turbo kit.

thanks chuck.

Chuck33079 · 11-12-2013, 02:32 PM

Honestly, if a turbo kit is in the future, NA mods don't really make sense. Buy the catback and be done until you buy the turbo kit. If you buy an oil cooler now, you may have one that either is too small or in the wrong place. You could get away with buying a much bigger oil cooler and blocking off a part of it.

kfull · 11-12-2013, 02:49 PM

I originally had 18 inch resonators but switched to non res because I wanted more noise. I will say it is significantly louder than the 18 inchers, but I'm used to it and love it. I daily drive it too. It will definitely turn heads when you're accelerating, even just normally. Be a man and go non res

Joey o · 11-12-2013, 08:26 PM

I have 12" res cbe only and it sounds great from outside but there is a drone at low rpm's and is loud in the cabin. Couldn't imagine how loud non-res would be inside the cabin.

ohohoh123456 · 11-12-2013, 09:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joey o

I have 12" res cbe only and it sounds great from outside but there is a drone at low rpm's and is loud in the cabin. Couldn't imagine how loud non-res would be inside the cabin.

hi Joey,

thanks for the feedback. I will see if there are more people can give feedback then maybe I can decide.

Wonka2581 · 11-12-2013, 09:11 PM

I have 12" res and I love them! I say split it get the 12" res you wont be disapointed not to loud and not to quiet just perfect...

Riptide67 · 11-12-2013, 10:22 PM

12" is great on the outside but can be quite loud at times in the cabin. I wouldn't go Non-res. I am gonna combat mine a bit with some GTmat or a similar product once it becomes too much for me. But my exhaust is also paired up with ART pipes which made it louder.

ohohoh123456 · 11-12-2013, 10:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Riptide67

12" is great on the outside but can be quite loud at times in the cabin. I wouldn't go Non-res. I am gonna combat mine a bit with some GTmat or a similar product once it becomes too much for me. But my exhaust is also paired up with ART pipes which made it louder.

but on the other hand. my current thinking on my Z is probably going stock on all rest of the exhaust system. so I may not have another pipe to increase volume.

blueranger · 11-12-2013, 10:58 PM

Go 12" Res if you want a bump in sound add HFC and your reward will be more power. Intake I would not spend the money just drop in some K&N's and you are good to go

ohohoh123456 · 11-12-2013, 11:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blueranger

Go 12" Res if you want a bump in sound add HFC and your reward will be more power. Intake I would not spend the money just drop in some K&N's and you are good to go

my gf is already very pissed on me modding the car

not sure if that will be my next step. How big is the bump though? so if we compare FI non-resonated or 12'' to stock GTR exhaust, which one is louder?

megalapagas · 11-13-2013, 12:08 AM

Not one of my best videos but IT IS the idea. I got out of work and took a video with my Android S3 phone so hope you get an idea of the setup. My setup is Non resonated T.P with Non Res'd CF CBE. (Like I said NOT A high quality video but hope you get an idea, Its a Beast A$$ Setup!)

11-12-2013, 01:35 PM	#1 (permalink)
ohohoh123456 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: (‧‧)nnn Posts: 329 Drives: a Baby Rep Power: 11	sound level for FI CBE Good day fellow members, I have a question for those with FI CBE. I just order a new set and debating whether there should be a 12'' resonator or non-resonated. I've done some research on the forum but I couldn't find any specific information on sound level for FI CBE only. So I'd like to seek advice from you. 1. How loud is non-resonated? (will it get on your nerve if you drive for a long time)? This is not my DD but it is the only car I got so it needs to take me everywhere. 2. I don't think I will get the HFC. But I may add in oil cooler, CAI (possibly stillen) and Turbo later on. If I get non-resonated, will this cause the sound level to go crazy? 3. I'm a newb to mods so I don't think I'm a good candidate myself on installations. Wondering if anyone know a good performance shop around Chicago area for me to take the exhaust in for installation? Thanks a lot guys for your help! Luciano13 likes this. __________________ 13 NISMO\|Magma Red\|F.I. TDX 12''+NRHFC\| Last edited by ohohoh123456; 11-12-2013 at 03:22 PM.

11-12-2013, 02:14 PM	#4 (permalink)
Chuck33079 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Houston Posts: 12,265 Drives: 2011 370ztt Rep Power: 29538	If you're planning to buy a turbo, don't bother with the CAI. It won't work with the turbo kit. Luciano13 likes this. __________________ 2011 MB Touring-Sport-6sp-Nav/GTM TT/FI TT TDX/JTran/Kosmic/Eibach/Hotchkis/SPC/CSF/RPS/SoThatsWhereAllMyMoneyWent

11-12-2013, 02:32 PM	#6 (permalink)
Chuck33079 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Houston Posts: 12,265 Drives: 2011 370ztt Rep Power: 29538	Honestly, if a turbo kit is in the future, NA mods don't really make sense. Buy the catback and be done until you buy the turbo kit. If you buy an oil cooler now, you may have one that either is too small or in the wrong place. You could get away with buying a much bigger oil cooler and blocking off a part of it. DEpointfive0 and Luciano13 like this. __________________ 2011 MB Touring-Sport-6sp-Nav/GTM TT/FI TT TDX/JTran/Kosmic/Eibach/Hotchkis/SPC/CSF/RPS/SoThatsWhereAllMyMoneyWent

11-12-2013, 02:49 PM	#7 (permalink)
kfull Track Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 909 Drives: A lot Rep Power: 14	I originally had 18 inch resonators but switched to non res because I wanted more noise. I will say it is significantly louder than the 18 inchers, but I'm used to it and love it. I daily drive it too. It will definitely turn heads when you're accelerating, even just normally. Be a man and go non res UNKNOWN_370 and jaedub like this. __________________ 2012 GM 6MT sports package \| FI non res cf exhaust \| K&N Drop Ins \| Viper 3303 security system w/ tilt sensor \| GTR start button \| 35% rear 45% side window tint \| Michelin PSS

11-12-2013, 08:26 PM	#8 (permalink)
Joey o Base Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Ny Posts: 89 Drives: 12-PW-6MT Rep Power: 12	I have 12" res cbe only and it sounds great from outside but there is a drone at low rpm's and is loud in the cabin. Couldn't imagine how loud non-res would be inside the cabin. XBarbarian likes this.

11-12-2013, 09:11 PM	#10 (permalink)
Wonka2581 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Chattanooga, TN Posts: 3,083 Drives: MY WIFE CRAZY.... Rep Power: 2611	I have 12" res and I love them! I say split it get the 12" res you wont be disapointed not to loud and not to quiet just perfect... XBarbarian likes this. __________________ "I have nothing to offer but blood, toil, tears and sweat""Winston Churchill"

11-12-2013, 10:22 PM	#11 (permalink)
Riptide67 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Oak Harbor, WA Age: 36 Posts: 1,610 Drives: 09 Nismo #0483 PW Rep Power: 68	12" is great on the outside but can be quite loud at times in the cabin. I wouldn't go Non-res. I am gonna combat mine a bit with some GTmat or a similar product once it becomes too much for me. But my exhaust is also paired up with ART pipes which made it louder. __________________ 2009 Nismo 370Z and 1975 Datsun 280Z 2+2 - PNW_INC - Legacy_Ohana Follow me on Instagam @s3zero_z3four

11-12-2013, 10:58 PM	#13 (permalink)
blueranger Track Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Albuquerque NM Posts: 577 Drives: 2010 Roadster 7AT Rep Power: 306	Go 12" Res if you want a bump in sound add HFC and your reward will be more power. Intake I would not spend the money just drop in some K&N's and you are good to go __________________ F.I. Stage 1 Twin Turbo #48 \| E85 FlexFuel \| Built 7AT \| F.I. 34 Row Oil Cooler \| F.I. Flex Plate \| F.I. 19 row Trans Cooler \| MT ET Street S/S \| ECUTEK Tuned by Seb \| RPM Roll Bar

11-13-2013, 12:08 AM	#15 (permalink)
megalapagas Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: McAllen,TX Posts: 457 Drives: '10 370Z Tour A/T Rep Power: 11	Not one of my best videos but IT IS the idea. I got out of work and took a video with my Android S3 phone so hope you get an idea of the setup. My setup is Non resonated T.P with Non Res'd CF CBE. (Like I said NOT A high quality video but hope you get an idea, Its a Beast A$$ Setup!) __________________ GTM 34 Row Oil Cooler \| K&N Drop Ins w/ Z1's Post MAF Tubes \| F.I Non-Res'd 2.5" T.P w/ CF CBE \| Axis Wheels \| Piecing together My Own Custom T4 Top Mount Single Turbo Kit Still in the works \|

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