Custom Exhaust Work
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Custom Exhaust Work
I knew it was inevitable, but I was hoping not to go this route. I'm removing my old Neuspeed Brace/Swaybar Combo this weekend and installing the new ASR setup. Unfortunately, it doesn't look like I have enough clearance for the 32mm swaybar. How much do you think it'll cost to hack my RS*R exhaust/splice in a couple of 90s? Got a local hot rod shop that can do the work, but can't quote me until I have the car and muffler on the premises.
ExMag Exhaust
Custom Bend
Swaybar
I think I have three options (tell me what you think):
1) Terminate the exhaust prior to the LCAs (Cherry Bomb Type Muffler with downward tip)
2) Modify the existing ExMag Piping
3) Plumb in a custom Canister Type Muffler/Tip with more post-LCA clearance
Already dropped off the ASR for Gold Anodizing (Brace and Arms) and Candy Blue Powder Coat (Bar), so there's no turning back now. Thanks!
ExMag Exhaust
Custom Bend
Swaybar
I think I have three options (tell me what you think):
1) Terminate the exhaust prior to the LCAs (Cherry Bomb Type Muffler with downward tip)
2) Modify the existing ExMag Piping
3) Plumb in a custom Canister Type Muffler/Tip with more post-LCA clearance
Already dropped off the ASR for Gold Anodizing (Brace and Arms) and Candy Blue Powder Coat (Bar), so there's no turning back now. Thanks!
Last edited by maxtierney; Oct 18, 2011 at 09:17 PM.
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1. I think this option would be best in terms of raw performance, especially with the N/A k20a you're planning in the future. It would however, be loud as ****. If your em2 were a dedicated track car I would say go this route, as a driver, I'm against it.
2. I think this is would be my choice, the ExMag is a great exhaust, so if you can retain the muffler then go for it. My only concern would be the restrictiveness caused by two 90 degree bends hindering flow and therefore performance, but there's always the option of adding a manual turn down or even an electronic bypass valve for when you want to maximize power.
3. Not a bad option at all, definitely worthwhile considering. Since the two 90 degree bends wouldn't be required I don't see restrictiveness being an issue, which is obviously a plus when looking for power. The downside I see is that you would be mix-matching mufflers with rest of the ExMag, which would change the sound the most and potentially not for the better.
Regardless of which option you choose, I can't see the labour being more than $150-200 at the absolute most, it's just a couple cuts and welds.
2. I think this is would be my choice, the ExMag is a great exhaust, so if you can retain the muffler then go for it. My only concern would be the restrictiveness caused by two 90 degree bends hindering flow and therefore performance, but there's always the option of adding a manual turn down or even an electronic bypass valve for when you want to maximize power.
3. Not a bad option at all, definitely worthwhile considering. Since the two 90 degree bends wouldn't be required I don't see restrictiveness being an issue, which is obviously a plus when looking for power. The downside I see is that you would be mix-matching mufflers with rest of the ExMag, which would change the sound the most and potentially not for the better.
Regardless of which option you choose, I can't see the labour being more than $150-200 at the absolute most, it's just a couple cuts and welds.
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