Advice for exhaust setup

[Ohhkevingee]

I am new to this site, just joined and I was wondering what would be the best exhaust setup for an N/A at an ideal price? Not overly expensive but I was thinking of getting this one https://specialtyz.com/shop/300zx/exhau ... s-z32.html with Megan Racing headers. Or this exhaust system http://www.conceptzperformance.com/Cart ... 225.15.118 Any suggestions are welcome! I just got this car recently and would love to fix it up.

[Trimble Epic]

I'm curious also for a good setup for an NA... I want something that is very quiet around town but opens up to roar when the hammer goes down...

[Ohhkevingee]

I'm curious also for a good setup for an NA... I want something that is very quiet around town but opens up to roar when the hammer goes down...

I've been searching countless websites today and the one I found for a good price and sounds really nice is the Labree 3 inch exhaust system. It goes for 600. Cheaper than the one I want lol

[Valdis]

I am new to this site, just joined and I was wondering what would be the best exhaust setup for an N/A at an ideal price? Not overly expensive but I was thinking of getting this one https://specialtyz.com/shop/300zx/exhau ... s-z32.html with Megan Racing headers. Or this exhaust system http://www.conceptzperformance.com/Cart ... 225.15.118 Any suggestions are welcome! I just got this car recently and would love to fix it up.

The only advice I would have is to stay away from Megan Racing performance parts. It's my understanding that they are cheap and will fail... expecially if you get Megan headers, they will crack.
I must add that since you have an NA this may not be the case.. but I know with TT's, stay away from Megan.
Also from what I've heard you won't get much if any performance gains from adding an aftermarket exhaust, the NA's just don't respond to mods very well.

[Ohhkevingee]

Okay thank you! What headers would you recommend? And I'm not much into performance, I've read it would gain a few HP but that's not my concern so much. Are either of the exhuast systems for N/As that I posted any good?

[BigTDogg (MA)]

Stick with 2.5" for NAs, 3" is for turbos. I'd suggest Specialty Z for your exhaust needs, you won't be disappointed.

You'll definitely get gains with a cat back, headers are a minimal gain for the cost/effort to install.

[Rager]

Stick with 2.5" for NAs, 3" is for turbos. I'd suggest Specialty Z for your exhaust needs, you won't be disappointed.

You'll definitely get gains with a cat back, headers are a minimal gain for the cost/effort to install.

what really the difference between the 2.5 and the 2.25 when it comes to the NA? personally i went 2.25 SZ cat back. i saw no reason to do 2.5 for the price. im never going to do a tt swap. just my two cents... but yea SZ all the way.

[Ohhkevingee]

Stick with 2.5" for NAs, 3" is for turbos. I'd suggest Specialty Z for your exhaust needs, you won't be disappointed.

You'll definitely get gains with a cat back, headers are a minimal gain for the cost/effort to install.

Thank you! http://www.conceptzperformance.com/Cart ... 25.15.118i was thinking of going with this one, I'm looking for one that's good and at an ideal price. And for the LABREE exhaust http://www.conceptzperformance.com/Cart ... 225.15.118 , It gives me the option to reduce it to 2.5. They are both $600 or so. Are either of these good choices for an N/A?

[Valdis]

Stick with 2.5" for NAs, 3" is for turbos. I'd suggest Specialty Z for your exhaust needs, you won't be disappointed.

You'll definitely get gains with a cat back, headers are a minimal gain for the cost/effort to install.

Thank you! http://www.conceptzperformance.com/Cart ... 25.15.118i was thinking of going with this one, I'm looking for one that's good and at an ideal price. And for the LABREE exhaust http://www.conceptzperformance.com/Cart ... 225.15.118 , It gives me the option to reduce it to 2.5. They are both $600 or so. Are either of these good choices for an N/A?

I might be incorrect about this but I think AMS are cheap knockoffs of someone elses product. Never heard of Labree.

I would stick with Specialty Z, best exhaust for a Z32, and the quality is top notch. As far as exhaust manifolds/headers, the only real aftermarket option are MSP manifolds, but I would not suggest them for an NA, they cost way too much.

[Ohhkevingee]

Thanks! Do you know of any fair priced exhausts from specialty z that you can link me to by any chance? The one I found originally is a bit out of my price range

[Ohhkevingee]

Would this one be a good choice? https://specialtyz.com/shop/sz-3-catbacks-tt-4.html

[Fearspect]

Get it in Stainless Steel.

[Ohhkevingee]

Get it in Stainless Steel.

I am but I just realized that it doesn't include the mid section

[Valdis]

Would this one be a good choice? https://specialtyz.com/shop/sz-3-catbacks-tt-4.html

I think that would work for you. It does not come with test pipes though, you'll need to get those also. When I searched for test pipes for an NA I found that if you add those you will not pass emissions tests.. not sure if that is true or not.

Found this at Zdriver forums.. not sure how credible they are though.
"You'd get maybe 20-25 at the wheels with headers, test pipes and a cat-back. UDP would add another 5 at the wheels. That's a lotta dough for 25-30 ponies. Plus, it WILL be REALLY loud."

I'm thinking what you would actually need is this::
Test Pipes - $360 - https://specialtyz.com/shop/300zx/exhau ... pipes.html
Catback - $795 - https://specialtyz.com/shop/300zx/exhau ... s-z32.html

[Ohhkevingee]

Would this one be a good choice? https://specialtyz.com/shop/sz-3-catbacks-tt-4.html

I think that would work for you. It does not come with test pipes though, you'll need to get those also. When I searched for test pipes for an NA I found that if you add those you will not pass emissions tests.. not sure if that is true or not.

Found this at Zdriver forums.. not sure how credible they are though.
"You'd get maybe 20-25 at the wheels with headers, test pipes and a cat-back. UDP would add another 5 at the wheels. That's a lotta dough for 25-30 ponies. Plus, it WILL be REALLY loud."

My car doesn't pass now, I pass it with a friend (mechanic) so that isn't a problem and is the test pipe the mid section? Sorry for my lack of knowledge. The one I originally posted comes with everything needed muffler, tips, pipes, and the h pipe but it's costly and I can't find a video to see how it sounds

[Valdis]

My car doesn't pass now, I pass it with a friend (mechanic) so that isn't a problem and is the test pipe the mid section? Sorry for my lack of knowledge. The one I originally posted comes with everything needed muffler, tips, pipes, and the h pipe but it's costly and I can't find a video to see how it sounds

Yes, test pipes are the mid section.

[Ohhkevingee]

Yes, test pipes are the mid section.

I just searched a bit and from what I found, it says that test pipes are almost complete straight pipes, would it be a better choice to go with an H-pipe or X-pipe? Or are they the same thing?

[Valdis]

Yes, test pipes are the mid section.

I just searched a bit and from what I found, it says that test pipes are almost complete straight pipes, would it be a better choice to go with an H-pipe or X-pipe? Or are they the same thing?

That I don't know.... someone else would have to answer that.

I also read somewhere that if you replace the stock test pipes with non resonated pipes, your car will sound raspy (aka RICER)

[Ohhkevingee]

I'm thinking what you would actually need is this::
Test Pipes - $360 - https://specialtyz.com/shop/300zx/exhau ... pipes.html
Catback - $795 - https://specialtyz.com/shop/300zx/exhau ... s-z32.html

The cat back includes a mid section, either an H-pipe or X-pipe, would I still need to get a test pipe?

[Ohhkevingee]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/161003196936#vi-ilComp is this a good setup?

[Ace2cool]

N/A should do H pipe. It helps cut down on rasp.

The reason test pipes make you fail emissions is because you're removing the emissions system. The catalytic converters.

I LOVED my Borla system on my 2+2. If you search my posts and "Borla," you can hear a sound comparison between it and stock.

[Ohhkevingee]

N/A should do H pipe. It helps cut down on rasp.

The reason test pipes make you fail emissions is because you're removing the emissions system. The catalytic converters.

I LOVED my Borla system on my 2+2. If you search my posts and "Borla," you can hear a sound comparison between it and stock.

I called my friend a few minutes ago lol he owns a 95 Supra and explained the test pipes the same as you, that the catalytic converter is removed because the pipe reaches the headers, something along those lines. Thank you for the advice though!

I was actually going to go with an H-pipe no matter what exhaust system I chose, from all the threads on here It seems that that's the best choice. A large resonated H-pipe. And I'll check the borla out! Thanks! That one is actually very tempting and it looks beautiful

[Ohhkevingee]

I LOVED my Borla system on my 2+2. If you search my posts and "Borla," you can hear a sound comparison between it and stock.

I just saw the video! N/A are fairly loud when revved and you could barely hear it in the video and the Borla roars. My god, I think I found my exhaust system thank you, man! Can you provide me with details to the setup if you don't mind me asking? and this is what I came across and was wondering if it is the same as yours http://www.ebay.com/itm/161003196936#vi-ilComp

[Ace2cool]

Borla only makes it for the 2 seater. The reason I had to fab it was because I didn't know the difference way back when and bought it for my 2+2. They are totally different cars from the A-pillar back.

And yes, that was the same as the one I had.

If you have a 2 seater, unbolt the midpipes, take the catback off the hangers, then reinstall the new system in reverse order.

[Ohhkevingee]

Borla only makes it for the 2 seater. The reason I had to fab it was because I didn't know the difference way back when and bought it for my 2+2. They are totally different cars from the A-pillar back.

And yes, that was the same as the one I had.

If you have a 2 seater, unbolt the midpipes, take the catback off the hangers, then reinstall the new system in reverse order.

Aww man, the listing says it will fit all trims including a base model and 2+2 sub model. So it won't fit? I have a 2+2

[Ace2cool]

Nope, it'll end up like mine. SZ is gonna be your best bet. They have arguably the best exhaust out right now.

[Ohhkevingee]

Nope, it'll end up like mine. SZ is gonna be your best bet. They have arguably the best exhaust out right now.

It didn't fit yours or you saved it until a 2 seater came along? lol
So then the original one I posted would be good? https://specialtyz.com/shop/300zx/exhau ... s-z32.html I wouldn't need any additional parts?

[Z-owned]

I have megan headers, megan resonated test pipes into a large HKS resonated hpipe with specialtyZ axle back. As for the megan issue's the cracking comes with the tt models on the manifolds. the weight of the turbo's with heat will cause them to crack eventually, but any ss manifold will. Now the fitment with megan products isnt the best, even on my test pipes.

Here is a vid of mine
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CesTWAnPZKk

Unless your going for all the power you can squeeze from a n/a i would just do a catback, intake and ecu upgrade and call it a day.

[Ohhkevingee]

I have megan headers, megan resonated test pipes into a large HKS resonated hpipe with specialtyZ axle back. As for the megan issue's the cracking comes with the tt models on the manifolds. the weight of the turbo's with heat will cause them to crack eventually, but any ss manifold will. Now the fitment with megan products isnt the best, even on my test pipes.

Here is a vid of mine
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CesTWAnPZKk

Unless your going for all the power you can squeeze from a n/a i would just do a catback, intake and ecu upgrade and call it a day.

Small world! I stumbled across your video a while ago lol that's why I thought of getting the Megan racing headers cause of your video. And that's what I'm gonna do! I just wanted a few suggestions and options and so far I think I know what I want but my choice will probably change lol thank you though! And an ECU, what is that?

[Ace2cool]

Nope, it'll end up like mine. SZ is gonna be your best bet. They have arguably the best exhaust out right now.

It didn't fit yours or you saved it until a 2 seater came along? lol
So then the original one I posted would be good? https://specialtyz.com/shop/300zx/exhau ... s-z32.html I wouldn't need any additional parts?

Lol, didn't fit so I cut and fabbed it. Only reason I have a 2 seater now is cause 2+2 didn't come TT in the US, and this TT was a hell of a deal.