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A True dual using borla mufflers, and a single exit using an HKS Carbon Ti
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Old Apr 5, 2005 | 10:48 AM
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Due to popular demand, we will be releasing two exhaust systems in the near future. One of the exhaust systems will be a true dual 2.5'' and optional 3'' all stainless, mandrel bent etc. The other exhaust system will be a single exit and will have a y-pipe, and a y-pipe back section in all stainless, mandrel bent with pipe diameters ranging from 2.5'' to 4''.

What we need is for you to pick out which two systems you would like to see come to market, which muffler style, etc.

If you don't see the one you would want, please vote other and post a reply to specify what you would want.

Keep in mind though, the HKS mufflers alone cost $300+.

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Old Apr 5, 2005 | 11:08 AM
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I vote for the most straight possible 3" ID or actually 3.5" ID single (if it fits with the driveshaft) for single turbo applications.
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Old Apr 5, 2005 | 11:12 AM
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Originally Posted by mojo powered
I vote for the most straight possible 3" ID or actually 3.5" ID single (if it fits with the driveshaft) for single turbo applications.
The pipe diameter will all be optional, we will have each exhaust system (except for the true dual) available in 2.5'' all the way to 4'' piping. The true dual will be available in 2.25'' - 3''. We are covering all areas of the spectrum, both f/i and n/a.
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Old Apr 5, 2005 | 12:05 PM
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I'd be interested in the true dual with HKS TI mufflers. Actually either that or the borla is cool with me.

What is the largest diameter piping for us N/A z'ers? At what point is big too big? I'd asssume that more than 3" would lose too much back pressure as well as HP. Please let me know by pm what to do as well as cost. Further what cost are we looking at? I'm trying to unload my exhaust for yours.
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Old Apr 5, 2005 | 12:24 PM
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Originally Posted by GQ 350z
I'd be interested in the true dual with HKS TI mufflers. Actually either that or the borla is cool with me.

What is the largest diameter piping for us N/A z'ers? At what point is big too big? I'd asssume that more than 3" would lose too much back pressure as well as HP. Please let me know by pm what to do as well as cost. Further what cost are we looking at? I'm trying to unload my exhaust for yours.
For single outlet exhaust I'd recommend a 2.5'' with a 3'' being the maximum. On the true dual I'd recommend a 2.25'' with the maximum being a 2.5''
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Old Apr 5, 2005 | 12:29 PM
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I want an exhaust in the next couple weeks, but I'd prefer dual borla muffler's and a Y pipe back system...if we CANT get Y pipe back, ill sell my Y pipe and get the full cat back...but you could boost sales if you offered both setups b/c alot of member's already have an aftermarket Y pipe and might prefer y pipe back. I think you guys should AVOID the single exit exhausts as most people have shown a liking to the dual exit setups. In addition, not many dual muffler setups exist that arent incredibly loud (INJEN, pro-1, RS-R, Invidia N1 - which are really waay tooo loud). Have yet to see a dual muffler system which is quiet enough for the average joe. Currently the Borla single muffler/dual exit system is one of the most popular for both the 350z and G35...but I really like the look of borla 2 mufflers/2 exits over 1 muffler 2 exits...just my .02

But as this money is burning a hole in my pocket... i need an exhaust!!
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Old Apr 5, 2005 | 02:17 PM
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I vote for the True Dual Carbon Ti. From the looks of it. I will be purchasing any exhaust your company puts out depending on performance and looks ofcourse.

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Old Apr 5, 2005 | 02:29 PM
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i will be all over a single exit hks cf/ti. my plan was to get a custom exhaust made with that canister anyway.
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Old Apr 5, 2005 | 02:53 PM
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Assuming I could afford it I would like to see basically the current HKS TD Ti system (that retails around $1400) except for a full titanium system with carbon/Ti muffers. I know, $2500-$3000 I guess, but WOW talk about saving weight with their current gains...
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Originally Posted by pdjafari
I want an exhaust in the next couple weeks, but I'd prefer dual borla muffler's and a Y pipe back system...if we CANT get Y pipe back, ill sell my Y pipe and get the full cat back...but you could boost sales if you offered both setups b/c alot of member's already have an aftermarket Y pipe and might prefer y pipe back. I think you guys should AVOID the single exit exhausts as most people have shown a liking to the dual exit setups. In addition, not many dual muffler setups exist that arent incredibly loud (INJEN, pro-1, RS-R, Invidia N1 - which are really waay tooo loud). Have yet to see a dual muffler system which is quiet enough for the average joe. Currently the Borla single muffler/dual exit system is one of the most popular for both the 350z and G35...but I really like the look of borla 2 mufflers/2 exits over 1 muffler 2 exits...just my .02

But as this money is burning a hole in my pocket... i need an exhaust!!
You can get our borla setup right now, but i'd strongly suggest waiting for a group buy because we will run a fantastic deal on the exhaust systems

Just to let you guys know a true-dual HKS CF Ti exhaust will run about $1495 MSRP and about $995 for the single exit exhaust.
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Old Apr 5, 2005 | 03:03 PM
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I vote for whichever will produce the deepest sound. And the optional 3" piping all the way back would be great (for those wanting 550-650+rwhp).
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Old Apr 5, 2005 | 03:17 PM
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Single 2.5" with CF HKS Ti
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Old Apr 5, 2005 | 03:30 PM
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Originally Posted by Annual
Single 2.5" with CF HKS Ti
So far it looks like the majority of you guys want the HKS CF Ti muffler.
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Old Apr 5, 2005 | 03:36 PM
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Cool, you guys are still considering making this set up (dual HKS cf Ti). At that price, it would be the same price range ($1495) as the HKS hi-power exhaust, which is about right for that setup. However, I wanted something like the HKS hi-power exhaust w/out the high price tag. Hopefully a group buy would help with the price.

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You can get our borla setup right now, but i'd strongly suggest waiting for a group buy because we will run a fantastic deal on the exhaust systems

Just to let you guys know a true-dual HKS CF Ti exhaust will run about $1495 MSRP and about $995 for the single exit exhaust.
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Old Apr 5, 2005 | 03:44 PM
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Originally Posted by slowxturtle
Cool, you guys are still considering making this set up (dual HKS cf Ti). At that price, it would be the same price range ($1495) as the HKS hi-power exhaust, which is about right for that setup. However, I wanted something like the HKS hi-power exhaust w/out the high price tag. Hopefully a group buy would help with the price.
Well the reason why its 1495 is because the mufflers alone are $700!! Now if you guys want something like the HKS Carbon Ti then you can definitely get a huge price cut there.
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Old Apr 5, 2005 | 04:08 PM
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HKS Carbon Ti mufflers and tubing costs and welding and bending should be about $750 total, that's before you add profit costs. So ~$900 sounds fair to me...and add $25 for 3" piping.
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Originally Posted by SSR Engineering
Well the reason why its 1495 is because the mufflers alone are $700!! Now if you guys want something like the HKS Carbon Ti then you can definitely get a huge price cut there.

what exactly would our options be for this? i'm all ears!
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So your saying its more than half profit?
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Old Apr 5, 2005 | 04:32 PM
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Originally Posted by GQ 350z
So your saying its more than half profit?
If they are sold at that price...probably. Here's what I would do, look up a product for a Mustang (preferrably 98-04) and add ~10% of that price on top of that price...that should be what it costs for us. I found HKS mufflers for $275 a muffler, and that's not bulk pricing, it's even cheaper for bulk.

Back on topic though.

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Old Apr 5, 2005 | 04:57 PM
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Originally Posted by GQ 350z
So your saying its more than half profit?
No think about flanges, flex sections, hangers, 3'' stainless piping from the headers back and then add on the $700 mufflers
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