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Turbowned · 11-16-2012, 11:09 AM

I wonder why it doesn't extend back further to the control arms; seems like they're leaving a lot of space on the table for air to create turbulence. I wonder how hard it would be to adapt to a different exhaust system.

ATL BRZ · 11-16-2012, 12:33 PM

So this bolts specifically on to the piping of the Borla catback system and cant be used with others?

Genomaxter · 11-16-2012, 02:01 PM

Now this is a true diffuser. Not that "rear bumper lip mold" crap that looks like the tail end of a diffuser and just catches air behind the bumper. Looks nice. Not as much coverage as I'd like but its def multitudes better than anything else out there at this time. And Aluminum is great for diffusers. Wont shatter or break off if you come off a curb a bit fast. Its better that way.

AlvinT@Borla · 11-22-2012, 03:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Genomaxter

Now this is a true diffuser. Not that "rear bumper lip mold" crap that looks like the tail end of a diffuser and just catches air behind the bumper. Looks nice. Not as much coverage as I'd like but its def multitudes better than anything else out there at this time. And Aluminum is great for diffusers. Wont shatter or break off if you come off a curb a bit fast. Its better that way.

Installed Exhaust Diffuser in this video..
[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EZQdI9tVmBY"]Borla R&D: 2013 Scion FR-S 17284 UEL Header + 140496 Cat-back - YouTube[/ame]

mattles · 11-22-2012, 03:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Kimsey47

Touché! However, I'll follow up with I guess what I should have originally said... It just looks cheap to me.

yea, aluminum is cheap and so is this car. You sure you wouldn't be better off in a bmw or merc?

Kimsey47 · 11-22-2012, 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by mattles

yea, aluminum is cheap and so is this car. You sure you wouldn't be better off in a bmw or merc?

No I like Japanese brand name cars and those brand names on my car... Thus the Subaru. If you cant accept that people have other opinions then you have issues. I'm not saying you have to accept or agree with what I think... You like it, great! I don't, whoopity freaking doo! If you put this on your car its yours and if that's what you like great. I'll still think you have some recycled coke cans and that's my opinion. I have better things to do than deal with @$$holes who can't accept difference of opinions.

Leonardo · 11-22-2012, 05:01 PM

Looks like the fiberglass diffuser on my s2000. I like!

mattles · 11-23-2012, 12:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Kimsey47

No I like Japanese brand name cars and those brand names on my car... Thus the Subaru. If you cant accept that people have other opinions then you have issues. I'm not saying you have to accept or agree with what I think... You like it, great! I don't, whoopity freaking doo! If you put this on your car its yours and if that's what you like great. I'll still think you have some recycled coke cans and that's my opinion. I have better things to do than deal with @$$holes who can't accept difference of opinions.

so then by your logic, the Lotus Elise/Exige has coke cans strapped to it as well? Do you know that our car's hood is made of aluminum? Its a fantastic lightweight material that does well under heat and under tension.

Kimsey47 · 11-23-2012, 12:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mattles

so then by your logic, the Lotus Elise/Exige has coke cans strapped to it as well? Do you know that our car's hood is made of aluminum? Its a fantastic lightweight material that does well under heat and under tension.

It is?! Dang that is amazing! I googled and the car even has plastic in it! Totally trading now... glad I have such amazingly bright people giving me the scoop on the Internets!

NMMI89 · 11-23-2012, 09:37 AM

I want, I need.

How much? Not on the Borla website.

ChaChas345 · 11-28-2012, 12:02 AM

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Originally Posted by AlvinT@Borla

Installed Exhaust Diffuser in this video..

The sound on the video is horrible. Sounds just as bad as the other video in the other section of the forums and you can barely make out the sound from the horrible quality.

My question is what is the point of the diffuser? Does it add sound or something? I dont understand since the sound is so bad in that video. Is it just for looks or is their a purpose and change the sound of the Borla Exhaust in any way.

Gum · 11-30-2012, 02:14 PM

If the diffuser sits lower, I think it will look better.

wootwoot · 11-30-2012, 02:17 PM

I am a little worried about heat in this application. Won't the diffuser act as a heat shield and send more exhaust heat up toward the car?

AlvinT@Borla · 12-07-2012, 11:32 PM

Our Exhaust Diffuser is both an aesthetic accessory and functional component. It does not change the acoustics of our exhaust and does not trap heat below the truck area.

The (4) subtle track-inspired fins are styled and positioned to compliment the factory valence elements. Our Exhaust Diffuser is finished in a neutral silver powder coat finish it is easily removed for those wanting to color match it to their vehicle.

The Exhaust Diffuser covers more surface area and is lighter than the transverse muffler it replaces. The benefit is reduced turbulence rear of the axle with no weight penalties. Our cat-back + Exhaust Diffuser combined is lighter than the factory cat-back! And there's no modification to any factory body panels as our exhaust diffuser mounts directly to our Borla cat-back exhaust PN-140496.

We've received positive feedback from track-intended owners and those looking for a subtle race-inspired accessory. It may not be for everyone but it only fits a Borla cat-back exhaust. Thanks again for your interest in Borla!

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Genomaxter Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Drives: 2013 firestorm FRS Location: Slidell Posts: 147 Thanks: 3 Thanked 25 Times in 18 Posts Mentioned: 4 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Now this is a true diffuser. Not that "rear bumper lip mold" crap that looks like the tail end of a diffuser and just catches air behind the bumper. Looks nice. Not as much coverage as I'd like but its def multitudes better than anything else out there at this time. And Aluminum is great for diffusers. Wont shatter or break off if you come off a curb a bit fast. Its better that way.

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wootwoot Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Drives: FRS Location: Cali Posts: 1,558 Thanks: 188 Thanked 462 Times in 264 Posts Mentioned: 9 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I am a little worried about heat in this application. Won't the diffuser act as a heat shield and send more exhaust heat up toward the car?

12-07-2012, 11:32 PM	#28
AlvinT@Borla Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Drives: vw mk4 r32 Location: ventura,ca Posts: 57 Thanks: 13 Thanked 77 Times in 30 Posts Mentioned: 4 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Our Exhaust Diffuser is both an aesthetic accessory and functional component. It does not change the acoustics of our exhaust and does not trap heat below the truck area. The (4) subtle track-inspired fins are styled and positioned to compliment the factory valence elements. Our Exhaust Diffuser is finished in a neutral silver powder coat finish it is easily removed for those wanting to color match it to their vehicle. The Exhaust Diffuser covers more surface area and is lighter than the transverse muffler it replaces. The benefit is reduced turbulence rear of the axle with no weight penalties. Our cat-back + Exhaust Diffuser combined is lighter than the factory cat-back! And there's no modification to any factory body panels as our exhaust diffuser mounts directly to our Borla cat-back exhaust PN-140496. We've received positive feedback from track-intended owners and those looking for a subtle race-inspired accessory. It may not be for everyone but it only fits a Borla cat-back exhaust. Thanks again for your interest in Borla!

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