Thanks for the real responses.. Looks like Nismo is the winner with most of you guys. Thanks.....

 

Dont ask for help then be a douche to everyone who tries.

 

BE A Douche! In what way was I a Douche? I was the one that couldn't get a simple answer to a simple question. I even thanked those that were helpful.

RonT

 

hey dude... i have two things to say...

first: take a look at FAST INTENTIONS true dual exhaust

second: read my signature !

 

I love your quote! you hit the nail on the head.....

 

I had the Nismo for 2 months before I took it down and went another route. It was too quite for me. Almost like stock just a little louder. I tried the Tanabe Hyper Medallion and was taken when I added the Berk Test Pipes then went with Berk's Metallic HFC's. So it really depends on what you want regarding sound. Not that long ago I had the Full JIC Ti Single Exit and that was a beast too loud for my taste.

 

Go Greddy. I've designed exhaust systems for 17 years and it's the closest to what I would have done. One difference, I plan to add an X-pipe replacing the single swaged resonator and keep a true dual.

I'm not a fan of the NISMO or the Stillen as they seem to lack that low frequency low throttle "sound of power."

So Ron, when are you going to post up pictures of your car? I've been waiting forever. Even I posted in the Modified Roadsters thread so the water is safe. Dive in brother!

 

I have the Nismo and love it. Quiet when I want it to be, and loud when I want it to be. But always remember

 

I have pics right on my phone but wasn't able to attach tthem. I will need to dig up my digital camera and send them that way....
I'll get there soon I hope..

 

 

have you ever considered borla?

 

Can anyone tell me the best place to go for the purchase of a new Nismo Cat Back exhaust? The $1,250.00 price tag seems high, especially with the economy down. Please send a website link or other information. Much appreciated.

 

go into the marketplace for vendors and go to the exhaust section...pm all those vendors and get ur best price..i got mine off here from justin@westcovina or somethin like that which is a nissan dealership..had a sale going on think i got it for 750 shipped

 

That is a fantastic price and I've looked at West Covina Nissan on the net. Their stated price is around $1,100, which is lower than most. Perhaps if I call them they would give me the same price you received.

I will also follow your suggestions. Thanks a lot.

 

You can also negotiate with your local Nissan dealership - worked for me.

Good Luck! You will definitely enjoy it.

 

Do a youtube search for 350z exhaust, put in a set of earbuds and turn up the volume!!! That'll help with exhaust notes. IMHO, you can only tell the difference between stock and Nismo exhaust at WOT....

 

I don't know guys - maybe my Nismo is 'special' - but it is significantly louder than stock to me. Maybe in a coupe it sounds quieter - but top down it is pure music to my ears. Yes- quiet at cruise which is exactly what I wanted - but acceleration at any speed is louder - above @3500 rpm it sounds very sweet.

I have heard the exhaust on a Nismo model - and it is sounds completely different - and that is because it is!

 

I know this is an old article, but it was an early test of various exhaust systems for the 350z. NISMO was measured to be louder (at 3k rpms) than both Stillen and Borla.

Unsure if all these exhausts even exist any longer - and some may have changed design - but it is interesting nonetheless.


http://www.stillen.com/media_files/a...0000000007.pdf

 

well said..i have a coupe and my nismo cat back was much louder than stock cruising taking off. wot whatever u choose...it sounds amazing and now with high flows is just beastly and pure sex

 

ARC all the way.