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arleewa · 01-06-2013, 12:53 AM

Sorry it took me so long to get back!

Just an FYI: I am a car enthusiast who really doesn't know all that much about cars, but at least I am willing to learn! So if I make a mistake, misname something, make a fool of myself, or something along those lines, please correct me! There's no need for flaming here, I am just trying to contribute!

Price

$650... MSRP

. This is definitely an affordable exhaust. For this price I was very impressed with the build quality.

Style of Exhaust

This exhaust replaces everything behind thr over pipe. The catalytic convertor is replaced with a hi flow cat.

Weight

Stock: 50.65 lbs
Tsudo: 41.40 lbs

Reference for stock weight measurements:

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6348

http://www.tune86.com/ft-86-news/212...proving-perrin

(Front Pipe weight listed in description)

Sound

I am VERY happy with the sound. The tone is not loud; it does not drone. The exhaust note is actually deeper than I expected (you can't hear the deeper sound of the exhaust in the videos posted online). You can certainly hear the exhaust from within the cabin, but it is nowhere near bothersome. It's more of a pleasant, humming, and vibrating tone. Sort of reminds me of the old G35 exhaust (the way it vibrates anyway). My girlfriend said she could not hear the exhaust while driving behind me with her windows up. She COULD hear it if she rolled the windows down. From what I can remember in the short time I have driven it, you can hear it most between 2-3.5 k RPMS. Above 4k RPMS and you will mostly hear the engine.

Performance

I can't say that I have noticed a performance increase (How does anyone notice an increase on an N/A motor after installing a bolt on anyway?). The fact that I feel like the throttle is more sensitive is most likely due to my own giddiness and excitement over the new exhaust. Unfortunately I did not dyno before the installation. I also have not tuned the car, so it is really impossible to say. Hopefully someone will be able to dyno before and after and tune as well.

Looks

Definitely looks a lot better than stock! The tips are just the right size; aggressive, but not overly so. Definitely not coffee cans!

Conclusion

Overall, I am very happy with my purchase. I love the look, the sound, and I am satisfied with the weight reduction. Considering the price, I think it is a good buy. For those of you who are looking into purchasing an exhaust for your FRS/BRZ, don't overlook this system simply because the price tag is lower than the rest!

I cannot get to the photos until tomorrow, but will post them ASAP!!

If I have left something out in this review, let me know and I will do my best to add it.

01-06-2013, 12:53 AM	#2
arleewa Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Drives: 2013 Satin White Pearl Subaru BRZ Location: SoCal Posts: 98 Thanks: 44 Thanked 29 Times in 18 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s)	Sorry it took me so long to get back! Just an FYI: I am a car enthusiast who really doesn't know all that much about cars, but at least I am willing to learn! So if I make a mistake, misname something, make a fool of myself, or something along those lines, please correct me! There's no need for flaming here, I am just trying to contribute! Price $650... MSRP . This is definitely an affordable exhaust. For this price I was very impressed with the build quality. Style of Exhaust This exhaust replaces everything behind thr over pipe. The catalytic convertor is replaced with a hi flow cat. Weight Stock: 50.65 lbs Tsudo: 41.40 lbs Reference for stock weight measurements: http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6348 http://www.tune86.com/ft-86-news/212...proving-perrin (Front Pipe weight listed in description) Sound I am VERY happy with the sound. The tone is not loud; it does not drone. The exhaust note is actually deeper than I expected (you can't hear the deeper sound of the exhaust in the videos posted online). You can certainly hear the exhaust from within the cabin, but it is nowhere near bothersome. It's more of a pleasant, humming, and vibrating tone. Sort of reminds me of the old G35 exhaust (the way it vibrates anyway). My girlfriend said she could not hear the exhaust while driving behind me with her windows up. She COULD hear it if she rolled the windows down. From what I can remember in the short time I have driven it, you can hear it most between 2-3.5 k RPMS. Above 4k RPMS and you will mostly hear the engine. Performance I can't say that I have noticed a performance increase (How does anyone notice an increase on an N/A motor after installing a bolt on anyway?). The fact that I feel like the throttle is more sensitive is most likely due to my own giddiness and excitement over the new exhaust. Unfortunately I did not dyno before the installation. I also have not tuned the car, so it is really impossible to say. Hopefully someone will be able to dyno before and after and tune as well. Looks Definitely looks a lot better than stock! The tips are just the right size; aggressive, but not overly so. Definitely not coffee cans! Conclusion Overall, I am very happy with my purchase. I love the look, the sound, and I am satisfied with the weight reduction. Considering the price, I think it is a good buy. For those of you who are looking into purchasing an exhaust for your FRS/BRZ, don't overlook this system simply because the price tag is lower than the rest! I cannot get to the photos until tomorrow, but will post them ASAP!! If I have left something out in this review, let me know and I will do my best to add it. Last edited by arleewa; 01-06-2013 at 06:50 AM.