PIT 350z Exhaust came in
Originally Posted by ISMSOLUTIONS
The look isn't my cup of tea either. It doesn't really fit or integrate with the back of the car at all. Those big resonators after the muffler only shows how inefficient and poorly designed it truly is, and to have to add silencers only proves, it. The price alone would worry me about overall quality of the components, not that it has to cost $1,000 to be worth it, but a muffler that size, built properly, should cost almost $200 by itself if not more.
I bet the system sounds different every few days over the next few to several weeks and likely gets louder and drones over the next month. It'll likely get loud and trumpet when the car gets hot and is driven for long periods as well - then the silencers will come in handy.
Do let us know how it goes. The traditional system, with smaller piping going into 4" or larger tips, is a really bad argument though...this system isn't any different - hey it's got a 5"-6" resonator housing reducing to a 4" silencer/tip combo?????
Here's some pics and clips of a new system coming up as well...the sponsorship is being done this week and the group buy should happen this week as well. More info coming.
Rick
http://www.ismcentral.com/350zexhaust
I bet the system sounds different every few days over the next few to several weeks and likely gets louder and drones over the next month. It'll likely get loud and trumpet when the car gets hot and is driven for long periods as well - then the silencers will come in handy.
Do let us know how it goes. The traditional system, with smaller piping going into 4" or larger tips, is a really bad argument though...this system isn't any different - hey it's got a 5"-6" resonator housing reducing to a 4" silencer/tip combo?????
Here's some pics and clips of a new system coming up as well...the sponsorship is being done this week and the group buy should happen this week as well. More info coming.
Rick
http://www.ismcentral.com/350zexhaust
Someone clear this up with me: what is the issue with getting an exhaust that is this inexpensive? I'm guessing performance increases won't be as high as most $800+ exhaust systems. But will build quality be bad? Seems like the build quality is quite good, especially for being so cheap. I know I'm being stingy, I should go out and get a Nismo or Greddy exhaust, but I just don't feel too comfortable laying down that much money right now.
Originally Posted by dingobiatch
Someone clear this up with me: what is the issue with getting an exhaust that is this inexpensive? I'm guessing performance increases won't be as high as most $800+ exhaust systems. But will build quality be bad? Seems like the build quality is quite good, especially for being so cheap. I know I'm being stingy, I should go out and get a Nismo or Greddy exhaust, but I just don't feel too comfortable laying down that much money right now.
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From: Cincinnati, OH
I just ordered the PIT exhaust from eboostonline.com. I paid $299.95 with shipping to Cincinnati. I've never ordered anything this inexpensive, but with the reviews you guys provided I figured what the hell? Nothing wrong with getting bang for your buck!
I've had my PIT exhaust on my car for about 3,000 miles and absolutely love it. Looked a little funny on the back of the car at first, but I love it now...not mention, I've received numerous compliments on the look and the sound of it. Install was very easy with only a minor modification to made to the evap canister housing (1 minute with a Dremel). Great fit otherwise. Sounds very nice, but has a mild drone at startup, which goes away after driving for about a minute or two. I would highly recommend this product to any fellow Z owner.
Mine doesn't sound any different at start up than it does after a two hour drive. It is as quiet as stock at 70 mph. However, as with any exhaust there are some RPM's that are a little "resonate". This isn't like a Mustang with Magnaflows. I don't have to change the volume on the radio. It's just NOT a problem.
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From: Puyallup, WA
i put mine on last week. i paid $500 inclusive of install and tax. it happen to be on the shelf at my local car shop too. it sounds sweet at 4-5k rpm's and i love it. definitely worth the cash. im gonna go with an injen y-pipe and go from there.
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From: orlando
I have had this exhaust installed for almost 3 yrs now and for the money, you cant beat it. Its not too loud but when you mash on the throttle it sounds pretty throaty and hollow. At first its a little raspy cause its cold but in about 2-3 min its smooth. If you are on a budget, go for it if they are still selling it. I havent been on the forums much lately but I have no complaints about this exhaust. It def opened up some ponies as well by the SOTP meter 
Just take out the silencers, it looks much better and you dont want those anyway. JMO
Just take out the silencers, it looks much better and you dont want those anyway. JMO