Best downpipe on a IX??? Fitment/quality/craftsmanship/performance
Originally Posted by davidbuschur
The MIVEC is not going to effec the flow of the exhaust after the turbine wheel. A 3" downpipe is going to make more power than a 2.5 or 2.75" on a car making any decent power at all. It is NOT going to hurt the power of even a low powered EVO. There is NO reason to NOT use a 3" downpipe UNLESS you are going to attach it to the stock catalytic converter. IF you are sticking with the stock cat then use a 2.5" downpipe, otherwise, go with 3".
End of story. Will race for money.
End of story. Will race for money.
Originally Posted by davidbuschur
The MIVEC is not going to effec the flow of the exhaust after the turbine wheel. A 3" downpipe is going to make more power than a 2.5 or 2.75" on a car making any decent power at all. It is NOT going to hurt the power of even a low powered EVO. There is NO reason to NOT use a 3" downpipe UNLESS you are going to attach it to the stock catalytic converter. IF you are sticking with the stock cat then use a 2.5" downpipe, otherwise, go with 3".
End of story. Will race for money.
End of story. Will race for money.
Incidently Helix V2 downpipes and test pipes in stock.
As for more torque, more torque is achievable by by pushing more boost pressure. Cars with superiour boost management systems (for example an AVC-R) will have better boost curves and thus torque curves than a manual boost controller. For this reason, comparing a 2.75" to a 3.0" on separate cars with separate setups is comparing apples to oranges.
Cheers,
Gary
Gruppe-S
Originally Posted by Gruppe-S
I like what Dave said because it's all true. If you want to stick with the stock turbo, think about 2.5", it'll be fine. If you want to upgrade your turbo or make some big power run a 3.0". If and when the motor mounts start to sag get a Cusco V2 brace or some spacers. If you happen to find a 2.75" for cheap or your buddy gives you one, go for it!
Cheers,
Gary
Gruppe-S
Cheers,
Gary
Gruppe-S
We have 25, 3" mandrel bent, robotic tig welded, stainless steel polished units in stock for $165 shipped. While others are taking the opportunity to plug their products, we might as well also.
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Originally Posted by TTP Engineering
Stock downpipe is about 2.5" so paying $399 for an HKS unit is the biggest joke of the aftermarket DP world.
We have 25, 3" mandrel bent, robotic tig welded, stainless steel polished units in stock for $165 shipped. While others are taking the opportunity to plug their products, we might as well also.
We have 25, 3" mandrel bent, robotic tig welded, stainless steel polished units in stock for $165 shipped. While others are taking the opportunity to plug their products, we might as well also.
Originally Posted by mrfred
Do you know if your DP will clear the Cusco Type II LAB brace?
Originally Posted by davidbuschur
A 3" downpipe is going to make more power than a 2.5 or 2.75" on a car making any decent power at all. It is NOT going to hurt the power of even a low powered EVO. There is NO reason to NOT use a 3" downpipe UNLESS you are going to attach it to the stock catalytic converter. IF you are sticking with the stock cat then use a 2.5" downpipe, otherwise, go with 3".
End of story. Will race for money.
End of story. Will race for money.
Real quick question. Are we talking peak power here or are you saying that a 3" DP will make more power throughout the entire RPM range? Let's assume a 3" exhaust from the DP back. Also assume no tune, or a tune without increasing boost.
I'm trying to figure out if a 3" DP will sacrifice ANY low end TQ to a smaller DP.
Thanks!
Corey #89 STU
i have the buschur v-band, and it definitely fits like a glove, no leaks and very easy to install.
highly recommended!!!!!!
sounds good, lightweight, perfect fit, good power - oh yea!!!
highly recommended!!!!!!
sounds good, lightweight, perfect fit, good power - oh yea!!!
