help differences between hks and xo2
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Originally Posted by rx7/350z
are there any visible differences between the xo2 and hks exhausts? I want to make sure im getting the right one. Thanks for the help guys.
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Originally Posted by rx7/350z
are there any visible differences between the xo2 and hks exhausts? I want to make sure im getting the right one. Thanks for the help guys.
grow up stop giving people **** , your a loser
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Originally Posted by rx7/350z
Speedretard this is my origional post. does it say anywhere that i'm looking to buy an x02. I'm simply asking the differences between the to because. "I want to make sure im getting the right one". now , are you that stupid to thing that i was trying to avoid the HKS and get the X02 in the frist place?
grow up stop giving people **** , your a loser
grow up stop giving people **** , your a loser
And for all of you praising the "mighty" HKS, the x02 are not knock offs, they are made in the same factories as the real HKS (from what I know there are 3 companies located in the same place in China which are producing it). The HKS moved the production from Taiwan to China to cut down on costs, hence that there was a batch (probably the first run) which had quality issues In my opinion HKS is becoming greedy, fortunatelly for them other products are still made in Taiwan.
And for all of you hating KO, what would you say if I would told you that I've ordered one of these directly in China, and mine is made of SUS321 (SUS321 > SUS304) + Ti tips (it is also possible to produce a full Ti one, without spending a small fortune like on the ARC one )?? This is where KO parts exceed the big bucks parts with the quality - the welds, flanges, and gaskets are top notch on mine, I've just got what I paid for.
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Originally Posted by rx7/350z
are there any visible differences between the xo2 and hks exhausts? I want to make sure im getting the right one. Thanks for the help guys.
Originally Posted by DustinZ33
No one notices any difference except for the tips. People that don't know about the xo2 don't even know. The xo2 is probably built with a lesser quality stainless steel and the xo2 tips are stainless. The hks tips are titanium. The xo2 sounds a little different.
Originally Posted by rx7/350z
ok my question was are there any hks markings . Not if I am a baller or how the x02 exhaust sucks. I'm looking at a used hks from someone I think is trustworthy but you never know. I'm picking it up in a couple days and I can't tell the difference
Originally Posted by DustinZ33
there are no markings on the HKS that signifies it is a real HKS. A side by side comparison may be obvious but other than that.....
Originally Posted by rx7/350z
i bought a used HKS EXHAUST FROM SOMEONE AND WANTED TO KNOW IF THERE WERE ANY VISIBLE DIFFERENCES SO I COULD TELL IF I WAS GETTING THE REAL HKS AND NOT GETTING RIPPED OFF. THAT WAS THE POINT OF THIS TOPIC. WHY IS IT THAT NO ONE CAN ANSWER THIS QUESTION AND EVERYONE HAS GIVE ME **** ABOUT BUYING AN X02. I NEVER ****ING SAID I WAS.
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Originally Posted by Nexx
all this arrogance from a douche who lists nismo floor mats and soon to be nismo license plates as his mods.
06 Airbox w/ Amsoil Dropin
MD ISO 5/16 Spacer
MD Copper TB Heater
MD MREV2 Lower Collector
Nismo R-Spec Headers
Random Tech Hi Flow Metalic Cats
HKS Hi Power Exhaust w/ X-Pipe fabrication
UTEC piggyback ECU
TXS Tuner Module
Aem AFR Gauge
Dyno Tune + Road Tune
Hotchkis Springs
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Brembo/ Stoptech Slotted Rotors
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Axxis Racing Pads
DIY 8 Point (4 AWG) Engine Grounding Kit
DIY Batt to Chassis (1 AWG)
DIY Batt to Alternator (1 AWG)
DIY Passenger Side Crank Case Oil Catch Can
Amsoil Driver's Side Crank Case Breather Filter
Tranny fluid changed to Amsoil
Diff fluid changed to Amsoil
Next Mods:
GT Spec Frame Bracing
Cams + valve springs ~ JWT S-7 262
Nismo Finned Differential cover
Earl's Oil Cooler
Nismo Thermostat
Koyo 1 7/16 Rad -- 53mm
Rear camber kit
4.2 l stoker kit
Heads - Porting, polishing, flowing, valve seating, etc
No FI for me...
Last edited by gothchick; 09-18-2007 at 11:29 AM.
#51
Originally Posted by SpeedRcr
its the same reason why you buy a real rolex vs a folex...quality of workmanship and warranty...if you car only worth putting on cheap chinese made knockoffs do it, its your car. again remember its not a civic, but hey put it on and make sure you put some huge xo2 stickers on your car to let everyone know
vs
HKS with H pipe restriction and 1500 (sometimes more) exhaust
Half you HKS nut swingers are gonna start telling me youd rather buy an HKS exhaust over a custome HYTECH setup Retards, I swear
One day when you actually race and are trying to make POWER youll forget the stupid name attached to the parts and worry about FUNCTION over your baby baller status
If you pay more for the same thing your just a moron, not a baller --- ballers have custom setups to match there built motors, poseurs buy a mass produced exhaust and focus on the brand name ....pathetic
This isnt a VOLK vs ROTA thread ....stainless pipes are near the same and robotic welds are pretty damn close to perfect for a non race, poseur mobile most of these kids are driving....
The X02 is dyno proven so performance wise --- no leg to stand on
The X02 has a warranty for a year --- quality has proven good (unlike the HKS H pipe dilema)
The X02 is priced to move at 550 or so, sometimes even including shipping!
So what do the haters have other than maybe the tips.....its not quality....its pure nut swinging....
You dont have to like the X02 but you cant hate on it either....if it was a crappy piece that failed over and over than it would be a different story
They are just regular pipes people....not some hand made, custom tuned inconel and titanium masterpiece that was handed down from God himself to HKS
Get over it
#53
Originally Posted by gothchick
Uhhhh.. Yeah.... Right... I don't generally have the need to brag about my mods with some BS sig... But my current mods are listed below if you *have* to know... Douche.
06 Airbox w/ Amsoil Dropin
MD ISO 5/16 Spacer
MD Copper TB Heater
MD MREV2 Lower Collector
Nismo R-Spec Headers
Random Tech Hi Flow Metalic Cats
HKS Hi Power Exhaust w/ X-Pipe fabrication
UTEC piggyback ECU
TXS Tuner Module
Aem AFR Gauge
Dyno Tune + Road Tune
Hotchkis Springs
Hotchkis Sways
Brembo/ Stoptech Slotted Rotors
Stainless Steel Brake Lines
Axxis Racing Pads
DIY 8 Point (4 AWG) Engine Grounding Kit
DIY Batt to Chassis (1 AWG)
DIY Batt to Alternator (1 AWG)
DIY Passenger Side Crank Case Oil Catch Can
Amsoil Driver's Side Crank Case Breather Filter
Tranny fluid changed to Amsoil
Diff fluid changed to Amsoil
Next Mods:
GT Spec Frame Bracing
Cams + valve springs ~ JWT S-7 262
Nismo Finned Differential cover
Earl's Oil Cooler
Nismo Thermostat
Koyo 1 7/16 Rad -- 53mm
Rear camber kit
4.2 l stoker kit
Heads - flowing, polishing, valve seating, etc
No FI for me...
06 Airbox w/ Amsoil Dropin
MD ISO 5/16 Spacer
MD Copper TB Heater
MD MREV2 Lower Collector
Nismo R-Spec Headers
Random Tech Hi Flow Metalic Cats
HKS Hi Power Exhaust w/ X-Pipe fabrication
UTEC piggyback ECU
TXS Tuner Module
Aem AFR Gauge
Dyno Tune + Road Tune
Hotchkis Springs
Hotchkis Sways
Brembo/ Stoptech Slotted Rotors
Stainless Steel Brake Lines
Axxis Racing Pads
DIY 8 Point (4 AWG) Engine Grounding Kit
DIY Batt to Chassis (1 AWG)
DIY Batt to Alternator (1 AWG)
DIY Passenger Side Crank Case Oil Catch Can
Amsoil Driver's Side Crank Case Breather Filter
Tranny fluid changed to Amsoil
Diff fluid changed to Amsoil
Next Mods:
GT Spec Frame Bracing
Cams + valve springs ~ JWT S-7 262
Nismo Finned Differential cover
Earl's Oil Cooler
Nismo Thermostat
Koyo 1 7/16 Rad -- 53mm
Rear camber kit
4.2 l stoker kit
Heads - flowing, polishing, valve seating, etc
No FI for me...
#54
Originally Posted by joe645733
ya, they dont sound any where near the same
The X02 sounds throatier...which most people associate with better...thats subjective and doesnt concern me
I'm used to straight pipes and 8600 rpm So everything is gonna be softer than that lol
As long as the cops cant hear me coming 6 blocks away....its okay lol
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Originally Posted by SergEK
So whats your best pass in the car thus far? Curious
Last edited by gothchick; 09-19-2007 at 10:33 AM.
#57
Originally Posted by gothchick
Haven't dragged at the strip -Yet - Maybe someday. I'm mainly building this for street & auto-x. And trying to stay competitive with the newer sports cars coming out~ Lol! So far I'm making @ 288whp on a DJ. I think I've taken the hp numbers as high as I can with full boltons & tune. Now it's time to go internal...
Did you mess with the cam advance/retard while tuning? What kind of ignition timing are your running?
I know it sounds funny but I bought a TB spacer yesterday and gained some pretty nice peak power....for $87 you may want to try it....could help with a few ponies up top
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Originally Posted by Skorch
For those that actually own the XO2 exhaust, how is the fitment? Is there much adjustment required to get the tips to line up?