FI CF CBE installed on 2012 Nismo!

XwChriswX · 04-16-2013, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by KingJoseph

After much delay, I finally installed the FI CF CBE (w/ 12" resonators) on my 2012 Nismo. A couple quick notes for anybody who's on the fence.

First, the car sounds INSANE. In a good way, of course. I've never heard the SS version in person (or any other brand exhaust), but I can't imagine anything sounding better than this.

Second, I had concerns that I would lose power vs. the stock Nismo exhaust. I haven't dynoed the vehicle, but it felt faster and not just at the high end. I left the negative terminal of the battery off during the install hopefully my ECU is already learning to deal with its newfound respiratory abilities.

Third, the carbon fiber cans look fantastic. I think most untrained eyes won't even notice them because the dark color gives them kind of a stealth effect... but so far, those who have are unanimously in love w/ the CF look.

I also have Berk HFCs, so that should be taken into account... but the new addition of the exhaust has made me fall back in love with my car once again.

I'm not sure how you could ever be worried about this, but trust that there is nothing to fear.

F.I. only adds power.

luigi90210 · 04-16-2013, 02:03 PM

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Originally Posted by XwChriswX

I'm not sure how you could ever be worried about this, but trust that there is nothing to fear.

F.I. only adds power.

I think he means losing low end to gain top end, which IMO that's a huge compromise when you are driving the car on the street.

I personally would rather have more usable power over having all top end power and high HP numbers.

KingJoseph · 04-16-2013, 05:44 PM

After a few days, I honestly do think I lost a little low end... Typically, I never downshift and I pass with ease. It seems just a bit more labored now. That said, it does pull harder once I crest maybe 5500 RPMs and the sound at all RPMs is so sweet.

As Luigi said, low end = usable power on the street so I'm once again considering the M370 manifold since, from the dyno sheets I've seen, it seems bring up that low end at the expense of a little high end.

Not to mention Birdman has that youtube video with M370, Berk HFCs, and FI CBE and his car sounds ridiculously good.

luigi90210 · 04-16-2013, 06:12 PM

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Originally Posted by KingJoseph

After a few days, I honestly do think I lost a little low end... Typically, I never downshift and I pass with ease. It seems just a bit more labored now. That said, it does pull harder once I crest maybe 5500 RPMs and the sound at all RPMs is so sweet.

As Luigi said, low end = usable power on the street so I'm once again considering the M370 manifold since, from the dyno sheets I've seen, it seems bring up that low end at the expense of a little high end.

Not to mention Birdman has that youtube video with M370, Berk HFCs, and FI CBE and his car sounds ridiculously good.

You might be able to regain the lost power with a tune but that will only do so much.

I would love to know how the M370 is with your exhaust.

forza370z · 04-16-2013, 09:43 PM

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Originally Posted by KingJoseph

After a few days, I honestly do think I lost a little low end... Typically, I never downshift and I pass with ease. It seems just a bit more labored now. That said, it does pull harder once I crest maybe 5500 RPMs and the sound at all RPMs is so sweet.

As Luigi said, low end = usable power on the street so I'm once again considering the M370 manifold since, from the dyno sheets I've seen, it seems bring up that low end at the expense of a little high end.

Not to mention Birdman has that youtube video with M370, Berk HFCs, and FI CBE and his car sounds ridiculously good.

I think it's time for you to have your car tuned. The exhaust, hfc/tp and CAI gain HP overall. But mainly the powerband is at high end. And you will feel sluggish at low/mid end. A fine tune don't necessary gain you much peak power but it definitely can correct your A/F ratio from running lean or rich. And you will definitely gain a lot mid range torque thus you will feel the car accelerates effortless.

KingJoseph · 04-16-2013, 10:37 PM

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Originally Posted by forza370z

I think it's time for you to have your car tuned. The exhaust, hfc/tp and CAI gain HP overall. But mainly the powerband is at high end. And you will feel sluggish at low/mid end. A fine tune don't necessary gain you much peak power but it definitely can correct your A/F ratio from running lean or rich. And you will definitely gain a lot mid range torque thus you will feel the car accelerates effortless.

I'm just nervous about voiding the warranty. I had some issues w/ the dealership (they stiffed me on the 3M I paid for and went out of business like a week after I bought the car), so I had to settle up with corporate and all they could do was beef up my warranty. I still don't necessarily understand the ramifications of a tune w/ respect to warranty, but it sounds like it's voided if they detect a re-flash if there were any drivetrain issues...?

KingJoseph · 04-16-2013, 10:38 PM

By the way... for anybody curious what it sounds like, here is my Nismo with Berk HFCs and FI CF CBE w/ 12" resonators ONLY. No other mods.

Nismo 370Z w/ Berk HFCs and Fast Intentions Carbon Fiber CBE (12" resonators) - YouTube

Couldn't really get good acceleration due to a lot of traffic, but you'll get the idea.

forza370z · 04-16-2013, 10:51 PM

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Originally Posted by KingJoseph

I'm just nervous about voiding the warranty. I had some issues w/ the dealership (they stiffed me on the 3M I paid for and went out of business like a week after I bought the car), so I had to settle up with corporate and all they could do was beef up my warranty. I still don't necessarily understand the ramifications of a tune w/ respect to warranty, but it sounds like it's voided if they detect a re-flash if there were any drivetrain issues...?

Yea I see. I am not aware of that coz my warranty is out already. You might want to do a little more research on that.

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Originally Posted by KingJoseph

By the way... for anybody curious what it sounds like, here is my Nismo with Berk HFCs and FI CF CBE w/ 12" resonators ONLY. No other mods.

Nismo 370Z w/ Berk HFCs and Fast Intentions Carbon Fiber CBE (12" resonators) - YouTube

Couldn't really get good acceleration due to a lot of traffic, but you'll get the idea.

Holy sh!t! That sounds nice!

luigi90210 · 04-17-2013, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by KingJoseph

I'm just nervous about voiding the warranty. I had some issues w/ the dealership (they stiffed me on the 3M I paid for and went out of business like a week after I bought the car), so I had to settle up with corporate and all they could do was beef up my warranty. I still don't necessarily understand the ramifications of a tune w/ respect to warranty, but it sounds like it's voided if they detect a re-flash if there were any drivetrain issues...?

a tune will void your warranty if any drivetrain issues arise, even if the tune is good and the tune and aftermarket part didnt cause the issues(IE engine starts consuming oil), the dealer can say its because of the added stress the modifications caused because its running at *insert extra hp you are making here* more then what the car is rated for and they feel that they shouldn't be paying to fix something you broke and you could fight it in court but while you are doing that, your car is down and you wont be able to enjoy it and if you lose, you will still have to fix the car AND pay your attorney fees and possibly theirs as well so you end up losing even more money

its as the saying goes, if you wanna play, you gotta pay

the only time they will honor your warranty is if the modification doesnt contribute to the cause of the problem in any way shape or form(IE if turbo your Z, they still have to fix your steering wheel if the leather rips off from normal wear and tear but they dont have to fix the engine if you blow that up)

in my honest opinion, if you are really worried about warranty, just stay stock until you are out of warranty, the nismo 370z is an awesome street car stock

Stevie Z · 04-18-2013, 08:57 AM

The sound is amazing , totally transforms the experience. I'm thinking of doing the FI catback exhaust on my 2012 pearl white NISMo only 1 question, will I void my factory warranty, not sure, and what size resonators as well as what would look better on pearl white, carbon fiber mufflers or stainless? Any feedback would be greatly appreciated.

forza370z · 04-18-2013, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by luigi90210

a tune will void your warranty if any drivetrain issues arise, even if the tune is good and the tune and aftermarket part didnt cause the issues(IE engine starts consuming oil), the dealer can say its because of the added stress the modifications caused because its running at *insert extra hp you are making here* more then what the car is rated for and they feel that they shouldn't be paying to fix something you broke and you could fight it in court but while you are doing that, your car is down and you wont be able to enjoy it and if you lose, you will still have to fix the car AND pay your attorney fees and possibly theirs as well so you end up losing even more money

its as the saying goes, if you wanna play, you gotta pay

the only time they will honor your warranty is if the modification doesnt contribute to the cause of the problem in any way shape or form(IE if turbo your Z, they still have to fix your steering wheel if the leather rips off from normal wear and tear but they dont have to fix the engine if you blow that up)

in my honest opinion, if you are really worried about warranty, just stay stock until you are out of warranty, the nismo 370z is an awesome street car stock

Steering wheel got bent or the leather rips off because of the intense level the driver has everytime the turbo kicks in. So no, they won't fix it.

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04-16-2013, 05:44 PM	#3 (permalink)
KingJoseph Base Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Redmond, WA Posts: 180 Drives: 2012 Nismo 370Z Rep Power: 14	After a few days, I honestly do think I lost a little low end... Typically, I never downshift and I pass with ease. It seems just a bit more labored now. That said, it does pull harder once I crest maybe 5500 RPMs and the sound at all RPMs is so sweet. As Luigi said, low end = usable power on the street so I'm once again considering the M370 manifold since, from the dyno sheets I've seen, it seems bring up that low end at the expense of a little high end. Not to mention Birdman has that youtube video with M370, Berk HFCs, and FI CBE and his car sounds ridiculously good.

04-16-2013, 10:38 PM	#7 (permalink)
KingJoseph Base Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Redmond, WA Posts: 180 Drives: 2012 Nismo 370Z Rep Power: 14	By the way... for anybody curious what it sounds like, here is my Nismo with Berk HFCs and FI CF CBE w/ 12" resonators ONLY. No other mods. Nismo 370Z w/ Berk HFCs and Fast Intentions Carbon Fiber CBE (12" resonators) - YouTube Couldn't really get good acceleration due to a lot of traffic, but you'll get the idea.

04-18-2013, 08:57 AM	#10 (permalink)
Stevie Z Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: hudson valley,NY Posts: 28 Drives: 2012 370Z NISMO PW Rep Power: 17	The sound is amazing , totally transforms the experience. I'm thinking of doing the FI catback exhaust on my 2012 pearl white NISMo only 1 question, will I void my factory warranty, not sure, and what size resonators as well as what would look better on pearl white, carbon fiber mufflers or stainless? Any feedback would be greatly appreciated.