CS350Z86

So I been looking around for all kinds of exhaust systems for this car. Cheapest I found that were known brands were $800 for cat back exhaust.

I been searching around on all kinds of forums, ebay, website, you tube videos, cardomain, etc.

And these hks replicas don't seem to bad. I know it's hard to trust something that's 1/4th then the real thing.

Alot of people have them installed, Sounds really good outside, reported not to droning inside, stainless steel, holding up according to owners, welding seems decent, looks nice, fitment seems decent, not really any known issues. Only thing people complain about are the tips kinda cheap.

Prices came accross are between $380-600. Which is still not cheap for exhaust but lot better then other systems.

I need some help. Are these the same one? Which place would you order one. Rather buy it from a company then off ebay so can actually talk to someone.

Here are the websites found;

http://www.godspeedproject.com/store...roducts_id=185

http://www.m2performance.net/product...productid=6032

http://www.statikperformance.com/cat...oducts_id=1738

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Nissa...#ht_1910wt_936

Think it's worth a shot? It's very tempting.

2004Black350z

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Dude how many threads are u gonna make? We can only help so much ur gonna have to grow ***** an bite the bullet(haha fun I have at bars)

T-Stan

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there are some old threads dealing with this exhaust, just search xo2. i have also been researching this exhaust, if anyone that currently has this exhaust maybe you can post some new info on your experiences with it.

kral

I've read up on these and the word is that they all come from the same manufacturer - now with titanium burnt tips to avoid the 'rusting' issue of the past. They all ship out of the LA area too, so no diff if you buy the xo2, m2performance,godspeed,etc.
Only differences I've seen are: different colors/shades of the burnt tips and whether they offer a 1 year warranty (Godspeed).

davidv

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Everyone wants to know if a eBay knock-off ($500)is as good as the known brand ($1,000). Yes. Yes. Yes. Buy it.

CS350Z86

Ya more I read i'm more tempted to order this. I can get it for $380 shipped plus exhaust company put it on for $50-100.

There's a guy on another forum that just bought and put it on. Video and some of his thoughts. Here's the link- http://www.350zmotoring.com/forums/g...tml#post841892

bmccann101

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dont get it twisted tho... they ALL drone inside the car at highway speeds, its just not as bad as a car w the wrong exhaust like your neighborhood honda, but it is no way a quiet exhaust.

Its a resonated exhaust, not a baffled "turbo" muffler like nismo or stock.

Unique_Z33

For the price its unmatched, Buy it and be done with it!

CS350Z86

So I called up this ebay seller that sells this exhaust- http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/03-04...#ht_3377wt_992

I asked him the grade of stainless steel. These exhaust are made out of T409. I know most exhaust system are T304.

I researched and T409 has a much greater chance to show surface rust and corrision especially exposed in certain weather conditions.

Since it's T409 which cost lot less to make. Makes sense why these are so cheap versus the real thing.

The real HKS uses T304 Stainless steel.

Why do you all think. Is it worth it? Still hold over time?, Maybe just need to use a SS cleaner more often?

Thanks!

gerryg2153

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OMG. . .

maybe you would be better off just keeping what you have . . .

kral

Any hks replicas made of 100% t304 that anyone knows for sure??

CS350Z86

I talked to local exhaust shop know well. Ask him about T409 verus T304 he said T304 is the best but said T409 is still good and will hold up for years.

Also found this-

http://www.articlesbase.com/videos/5min/195165236

T304 Steel Type: For the diesel owner who only wants the best, top of the line T304 stainless steel offers superior resistance to corrosion, can be polished to mirror bright finish and is able to withstand high levels of heat.
Description: Austinitic grade stainless, 18% chromium & 8% nickel
Corrosion Resistance: Best
Resist Heat Scaling: Best (1650 degree Fahrenheit)
Finish Capabilities: Mirror-like polish
Warranty Coverage: Limited Lifetime Warranty
All Silverline stainless diesel exhaust kits come with highly polished premium stainless tip(s).
409 Steel Type: The Silverline 409 stainless series is value-priced and a type of steel used in exhaust manufacturing for many years.
Description: Ferritic grade stainless, 19% chromium
Corrosion Resistance: Better
Resist Heat Scaling: Better (1450 degree Fahrenheit)
Finish Capabilities: Matte polish
Warranty Coverage: 5-year Limited Warranty
All Silverline stainless diesel exhaust kits come with highly polished premium stainless tip(s).

I' going to contact the god speed just make sure what it is. Still might be a good exhaust. Maybe just use a SS cleaner once in awhile.

Z04

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not this crap again.


OP, do a search since this has been discussed many, many times already.

2004Black350z

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Search MF

zenki_z33

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Dude just save up for the real thing. You will be much happier, and in the end you will have saved money.

maynard073

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Search is you friend. I have the hks knockoff and love it. Most of the soundclips on youtube or elsewhere don't do this exhaust justice. I love the way it sounds. Definately worth what I paid for.

Steve-O Z33

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CX Racing is what I have. Exhaust shop said it's 304 stainless. I had the resonators cut and put in a magnaflow x pipe muffler to make it sound better.

CS350Z86

http://www.cxracing.com/mm5/merchant...gory_Code=CTBK

They say it's T304. It's just under $500. Is it better to buy thru a company like this then ebay. Are these all the same exhaust or what.

2004Black350z

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Dude u have 3 threads asking opinions on exhaust that have been beaten to death. U just asked of cxracing is the same as other replicas. Search mf I'm tired of seeing ur threads my subforum. I can't believe none of ur threads have been closed. WTF? Mods on spring break

CS350Z86

So CX Racing can do the HKS Repilica for $450 shipped. Here's the link- http://www.cxracing.com/mm5/merchant...gory_Code=350Z

They said there really nice and they have sold over 1000 of these systems.