NVDAZED

Hey guys
was after an exhaust system for my z and came across the N*Power exhaust system
was wondering if anyone knows any info on this product as i am new to this brand name
please see attached link below

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/NISSAN-350Z-Z...1%7C240%3A1318

thanks

Z04

iTrader: (15)

it is an ebay HKS knock-off (probably a knock off of a knock off). been posted numerous times

350zfun19

iTrader: (13)

dont get that... dont be cheap with this car.

NVDAZED

but its only the brand name your paying for u????

how about these extractors

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/NISSAN-02-06-...1%7C240%3A1318

350zfun19

iTrader: (13)

huh? wow nvm.

Z04

iTrader: (15)

well in that case, it's your money so do what you want with it. remember you get exactly what you pay for, especially with ebay. good luck

NVDAZED

Thanks for your honest opinion guys
Do use no much about the true dual exhaust system??
anyone got it?
here it is

http://www.alteredatmosphere.com/mm5..._Code=350Z_EXH

0jiggy0

iTrader: (13)

Many people use the hks knockoff with as good results as the hks, if you want to save a g to put it elsewhere in the car go for it.

NVDAZED

thanks for helping me out

the only problem is i dont no how it will sound
i have tried looking on youtube.com for a video of it but obviously cant find one
do u no of anyone who has fitted one?

i thought 600 including delivery is way to cheap for an exhaust system plus i have never used ebay before so dont no i can trust it
so i really dont no what to do

0jiggy0

iTrader: (13)

Search for x02 on ebay and youtube.

OldDirty Z33

If I bought a Ebay exhaust it probably would be a X02

jonnylaw

iTrader: (3)

knock off of a knock off.

I'd rather rock the oem exhaust.

THe Emperor

iTrader: (4)

Go with the HKS clone from cxlighting on ebay, very good success from other on this forum. Thats the exhaust I'm going with when winter is over, $450 shipped ftw.

NVDAZED

this exhaust system sounds awesome.
i tried looking it up on ebay but they dont sell them
im from australia so maybe i try the interntaional one

the videos on youtube are great

thanks for your help

how much roughly are they?
the x02 exhaust systems?

THe Emperor

iTrader: (4)

The X02 is the same thing you linked in you're first post. You'd probably be better with the one you saw first since the X02 has MAJOR rust problems if you don't spray some type of clear coat on it first.

jonnylaw

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The X02 is out of production. None of the links on this thread show the X02. All the others are knock offs of the X02, which is a knock off the HKS.

All the knock offs have rust problems. Inferior steel, inferior welds. Do you really think a $450 cat back exhaust will be problem free

THe Emperor

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Yea I just noticed the X02 is done when I searched google earlier. So far there have been no no reported rust issues from any members with the cxlighting exhaust and there are quite a few members who have it. It also has equal if not better welds than the HKS, there have been reports of members here who have had problems with the h pipe welds on the HKS.

NVDAZED

wow
im now really confused in which exhaust to get
haha

i tried looking up the cx-lighting one
it comes up with the x02 exhaust system
they must be similiar??

thanks guys

think i need to do way more research before purchasing one

Phantom Menace

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OP,
I agree with most. It is your money, so you should spend it wisely. Which is not to say buy the least expensive exhaust out there. Some say you do pay for the name brand. Some brands are well praised and regarded because their reputations were earned with quality products. On the other hand, some are mostly hype. Others will testify that the mounting, etc. will be slightly off, and the inferior quality will manifest as soon as you take it out of the box.

Personally, I saved up and waited a bit longer for the HKS. There are really good deals if you wait for sales, or even just shop around. I researched exhausts for about 4 months before I pulled the trigger and bought mine. Remember, exhaust systems are like rims. For most, they will be the first thing you notice about your car. Additionally, I've been reading a lot about other members buying the X02, etc. and later stepping up and buying an HKS. In the long run, some members have spent almost $2k "trying to save money." Others will change their systems like girls change tampons. It can be ridiculous.

I made sure I liked the sound, looks, performance gains, and that I would be able to live with the price. With my car, I would hate to "save money" and buy the less expensive item and be stuck with second thoughts, envy, etc. for the life of the car. Shouldda; couldda; wouldda's drive me bananas.

And remember, what's on the "inside" of the exhaust is what counts, if the edges aren't smooth, inner fittings aren't flush, etc. When I first got my HKS, I took a flash light and a coat hanger to the inside of my pipes to make sure none of the pipes were "off" on the inside. I was not disappointed.

All-in-all, if you can afford to save up I suggest you get the HKS. If you really can't drop that much bread on exhaust, no shame. Get what you can afford, feel me? After all, the exhaust system will only give you about 8-10hp max...buy it for looks; buy it for sound; buy it if you can.

Konad

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Have you considered buying used? I was able to get a 80mm jic ti single for about $650 shipped. Buy something questionable but new for the same price, or one of the best exhausts on the market used? Your choice.