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BlackyRose · 08-20-2014, 01:57 PM

as title says, looking for the best bang for the buck HFC to pair with a resonated exhaust. Thanks for the help

CSG David · 08-20-2014, 02:40 PM

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Originally Posted by BlackyRose

as title says, looking for the best bang for the buck HFC to pair with a resonated exhaust. Thanks for the help

Not sure why you need a resonated one. Running a catless front pipe won't even change the tone of your exhaust very much. If you change out the header though, expect some noise.

Jyn · 08-20-2014, 02:47 PM

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Originally Posted by CSG David

Not sure why you need a resonated one. Running a catless front pipe won't even change the tone of your exhaust very much. If you change out the header though, expect some noise.

I think he said he's running a resonated exhaust, which does muffle the sound quite a bit compared to a non-resonated/straight pipe exhaust. Seems he just wants to know "best" hi-flow cat.

I think Magnaflow makes one that isn't too bad. I usually recommend just going to your local reputable custom muffler shop and asking them, since they'll be the ones most likely putting everything together.

CSG David · 08-20-2014, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Jyn

I think he said he's running a resonated exhaust, which does muffle the sound quite a bit compared to a non-resonated/straight pipe exhaust. Seems he just wants to know "best" hi-flow cat.

I think Magnaflow makes one that isn't too bad. I usually recommend just going to your local reputable custom muffler shop and asking them, since they'll be the ones most likely putting everything together.

I need coffee.

Berk HFC setup which uses a 200-cell metallic substrate. It's also extremely reliable for repeated abuse.

BlackyRose · 08-20-2014, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by CSG David

I need coffee.

Berk HFC setup which uses a 200-cell metallic substrate. It's also extremely reliable for repeated abuse.

Not doing catless, sound and smell are a no go for me hence why i asked about a HFC......And my exhaust now is a quiter resonated exhaust (q300,perrin, etc). Thats why I was asking for the best bang for the buck (value, performance and sound) for a set up with stock headers and overpipe and a resonated exhaust

CSG David · 08-20-2014, 05:29 PM

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Originally Posted by BlackyRose

Not doing catless, sound and smell are a no go for me hence why i asked about a HFC......And my exhaust now is a quiter resonated exhaust (q300,perrin, etc). Thats why I was asking for the best bang for the buck (value, performance and sound) for a set up with stock headers and overpipe and a resonated exhaust

The smell is a subjective issue. It is there, but it is less noticeable with the proper tune even with a complete catless setup. With the secondary cat deleted, you actually won't notice any difference in smell. The primary cat is supposed to do its job.

Berk HFC is high quality. We only vouch for stuff that works and works extremely well.

BlackyRose · 08-20-2014, 05:49 PM

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Originally Posted by CSG David

The smell is a subjective issue. It is there, but it is less noticeable with the proper tune even with a complete catless setup. With the secondary cat deleted, you actually won't notice any difference in smell. The primary cat is supposed to do its job.

Berk HFC is high quality. We only vouch for stuff that works and works extremely well.

PM me a price shipped for the berk hfc to 33604

ALB · 08-20-2014, 06:27 PM

I went with the berk after shopping around. Very happy with the quality.

goshem · 08-22-2014, 11:35 PM

I have the Berk HFC, its a really good front pipe

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VacantSky · 08-23-2014, 03:14 AM

I have P&L's catted front pipe, true 2.5" stainless made in shop for $299 shipped. They might give you a discount being on the forums too

Fast_Freddy · 08-24-2014, 01:59 AM

The Tsudo HFC front pipe is well made, fits great and is very economical but I question the effectiveness of it's 200 cell HFC. Still, it does the intended job for only $200.

zc06_kisstherain · 08-25-2014, 11:19 AM

sound doesnt change a lot between catless and HF. i switched out Catless to HF since i tried to low down sound level based on people claiming sounds gets reduced.
after switching, it reduced very little barely noticeable. i was lazy and didnt switch back to catless.

08-20-2014, 01:57 PM	#1
BlackyRose Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Drives: 2013 Raven FR-S Location: Florida Posts: 486 Thanks: 31 Thanked 59 Times in 44 Posts Mentioned: 3 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	best bang for the buck HFC as title says, looking for the best bang for the buck HFC to pair with a resonated exhaust. Thanks for the help

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