hi all ,
first thing to know that this will be my first time to work under a real car (my experience is fixing n tunning RC cars engine) .
i`m thinking of installing Berk HFC and APS 2.5 true dual exhaust on my `05 350Z ,so what are the tool`s that i need to do that ? every thing i`ll start from scratch (tool size`s(1" to 5.5" like that ) ,jack ,jack stands , boards ,lubricant (PB Blaster or WD40?) ,wrench ,thread lock if needed (how much should i use ? ) ......etc) i know the name`s from the threads but i did searched for those i came up with alot of options witch one should i get ?
so if you guys can help me with a list (pic`s if possible that would be a dream come true)
and if there is a steps i should follow to do that (first HFC then down pips then muff .... if that would make a difference)
i`v searched about installing exhaust i found a lot of bad experience like this one :
https://my350z.com/forum/intake-exhaust/357773-my-failed-invidia-n1-install-exhaust-work-ftmfl.html
what should i do to avoid that
or should i just take it to a shop ?????????? (please don`t let me down guys )

 

For exhaust,
2-3 foot extension.
14mm short, deep and swivel
14mm wrench
Breaker bar
And don't use thread lock on exhaust bolts. You can use lock washers if you want.

For spacer.
All tools are listed in the installation manual.

 

Here's your answer =)

 

thank you alot man thats so .....so helpfull
can someone tell me shall i install the HFC or its too hard for me as a beginner?
one more thing ,i noticed alot of threads talking about hessing and noise from the exhaust is there something i should take care of ??
and thank you again guys

 

Did you read the destructions in all of the manuals, they list tool needed.

 

You should be fine doing this on your own. Just take your time. The removal of the stock cats will be more of a PIA than the install of the Berks HFC. Also any exhast or muffler shop can swap them out for you for only 60-80 bucks. As long as you are not running test pipes you should not get any hissing. Good luck with your install.

 

I say do it. It will give you experience and its a good starting point.
None of it is complicated. It just takes a little time and patience.

You've already seen the problems people can run into, so now you know half the battle. Use a lot of spray lubricant before starting.

Even if you feel a little nervous starting, its really easy stuff. You'll be glad you did it.

 

thats very encouraging guys ,,,,,i`ll do it
i`ll try to take pics of every step i do in removing and installing the HFC & APS exhaust
also i`ll do 1) dayno in stock
2)dayno in HFC
3) dayno in HFC+APS
(but it will take time but i`ll post updates as i have something to share)
wish me luck guys

 

Any penetrating solvent is helpful. Spray all hardware the evening before.

 

I hate laying under a car on jack stands. Maybe its too claustrophobic or I just wrestle with getting the correct angle on stuff.

If the car is on a lift I am fine.

 

Sharpened spoon

Tweezers

Bag of rubber bands

One paper clip

One box of wooden matches

Small collection of glass animals

 

 

To properly freebase, you'll also need:

Cotton swab

Candle or Sterno

Clean Needle

 

For the HFC, you'll need an O2 sensor socket. I rented one from Autozone then ended up just keeping it.

 

you need at minimum:

some nice long extensions,

a flashlight

a friend

to install HFC

 

the tools ,the HFC and 2Pac CD mmmmm

i think i`m all set to install the HFC
but i have to make sure of one thing :
is this the metallic HFC ?? its white from the insaid !!!!


as you see in Berk Technology site they show both kinds (i think the black one is the metallic)


or they are showing a used one ??

 

its metallic
conformed by bryan@berk
this guy is best in customer service

 

update :
i did i dayno (`05 350z stock ,non-revup motor 6600 redline)
i got 212 HP , the shop says it good ??!!
ill do another dayno after i install my HFC

 

That picture shows the metallic cat.

The metallic is the stainless steel metal foil used as the substrate and support.
The white stuff on the foil is the actual catalyist material. Its a mixture of ceramic and nano size particles of platinum, palladium, rhodium and other precious metals.

You can't see the precious metal particles because they are so small but the white stuff is the ceramic portion of what cleans your exhaust gasses.

All that stuff starts out as a slurry that is sprayed onto the substrate, dried and fired in a kiln.

 

thank you for the information
i appreciate that