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Old 12-26-2005, 10:32 PM
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Okay, I had some Helix test pipes installes and have read about the smoke or exhaust fumes. I don't have smoke, only an unbearable exhaust smell when I'm in a standstill with my windows down. I can even smell it when I'm driving. It's okay when the windows are up. I don't see or hear any exhaust leaks. I know the pipes came with an additional hole. What is it for and should I have some special gasket ot something to seal these better? I'm not sure if this is the problem but just covering all my bases. Thanks.
Old 12-27-2005, 06:10 AM
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it is normal
my exhaust still stinks after...
after 1.5 months of installation!
Old 01-01-2006, 11:38 AM
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Yea, i just installed my SES and Resonated test pipes and when I drive I get light headed....yea, I dont think this is normal
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you removed your catalytic converters... its gonna smell...
Old 01-01-2006, 04:06 PM
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Originally Posted by Jason@Performance
you removed your catalytic converters... its gonna smell...
+1. One of the purposes of the catalytic converter is to burn excess fuel not completely burned in the engine. You removed the catalytic converter. Think about it.
Old 01-01-2006, 05:33 PM
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Yup. I don't think those exhaust fumes are too good for you. Go with HFC's.
Old 01-01-2006, 05:52 PM
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Originally Posted by Jason@Performance
you removed your catalytic converters... its gonna smell...
i love the smell, you'll get used to it.... btw, thanks jason on those other parts for the clutch pedal for my S14
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Originally Posted by seanlaw
i love the smell, you'll get used to it.... btw, thanks jason on those other parts for the clutch pedal for my S14
oh I love that smell...

I am picking up a 96 S14... Ill know for sure about it tomorrow... I cant wait..!~

I have to convert it to manual... but im going back and forth between SR swap and KA Turbo... hrmm...
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I like the smell to lol Crunk fumes rule...they make you drive faster On a serious note, I have Helix TP, and the fume strength considerably descreased after about 600 miles or so. I can't even smell it anymore, even with the windows down coming to a stop. Give it some time and you'll really be suprised.
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just got used to it...

killed the brain cells that sence the fumes...

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