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YOUR RESEARCHHuge props to Darin at FisterD for Sport Exhaust
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She even worked with Darin to set up a time for us to stop by their shop to get it installed during the brief stop we had planned in N.Ca.
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I installed the MKII exhaust tips on my MKI but took them off.
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any place there are chickens running around = free pass !!
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We drove another 1k miles home and there were no difference in sound while cruising compared to the previous 2.5k miles through the trip.
Over the Xmas break, the gf and I took the newly acquired 99' C2 down to SoCal to visit family and friends. Before we left, my awesome gf gave me the news that my bday present will be a set of Sport Mufflers from FisterD!!! She even worked with Darin to set up a time for us to stop by their shop to get it installed during the brief stop we had planned in N.Ca.
So we got it installed this past Weds morning. Quite honestly, I didn't know what to expect, some of the clip of his exhaust sounded quite loud, and I was actually enjoying the quietness of this ride (and I know what loud is since my Datsun have gone through multiple exhausts through the years) and concerned about possible drone.. But many on the forums have raved reviews that his mufflers do not drone. And after his install and driving it for another 1k miles back home, I can't agree more. His modifications are absolutely fantastic addition to any 996, the sound is phenomenal. When I arrived at his shop, I was also hoping he could give me some advice on a wider tip that fits the opening better (my gf mentioned that the stock tips looks like turtle heads - the gross kind). And low and behold, he had a set of the wider factory tips available at an awesome price! I couldn't have asked for more, so he and his buddy Mark proceeded to install the muffler (which btw, he diligently clean and polished up for me as this was special gift)! I was so very very stoked!! These guys even went the extra mile to modify and align the exhaust tips which was not an easy task as these tips weren't originally made for these bumper cut outs. On the way out, he even gave my gf and I some cool shirts, we were both very happy, and I left with a big grin on my face!!
Verdict: 2 thumbs up, way up, for Darin's shop and his product and excellent customer service! Definitely delivered as promised, sport exhaust sounds without any drone. We drove another 1k miles home and there were no difference in sound while cruising compared to the previous 2.5k miles through the trip.
Here are some photos during the install (Mark on left and Darin on right) and the finished product (the tips actually looks better in person than photo).
Thanks again to Darin, Mark and my awesome GF of-course!
I hope the ride beside my car was influential in your decision
Told ya, dead quiet inside
When are we going to do a little driving so I can be blown away by the new sound and most likely faster new car
Those guys are great, I can't see the pics yet (computer is down) but I will look soon
Welcome home, glad the car made the trip (based on the early post where you were concerned)
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I just got his(FisterD exhaust mod) shipment today from FedEx...if it stops snowing I'll try to do the install tomorrow. Sure wish I had a lift at my disposal. I talked with Darin on the phone a couple of times, and you're right, he really does do seem to care about his product and his customers.
I have swapped mufflers about 6 times, no lift needed, just get the butt up high... But watch the nose that you don't hit the ground up front.
The swap should be under an hour (if no nuts/bolts are stuck)
GL with the install, we are all routing for you
I'm not sure if it is just my imagination but the Fister-D mufflers seem to have gotten a little louder since I installed them 3 weeks ago. They sound a bit deeper too. Maybe it's the cold temps in the teens? Anyway, there is still no drone and they're pretty quiet cruising around 75mph on the freeway. They're great!
got to see the pics and I gotta ask?
did you buy a new set of tires? (I know I would have
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and - is that a chicken!!!
OMG my wife would let me go here... any place there are chickens running around = free pass !!
Oh yea, photo of awesome gf should be in order too.. this is the best I have with her and car together..
Ed, thanks for the welcome back, the car was awesome, 3500 continuous miles over the week, everyday the car went somewhere.. It drove exceptionally nice, I liked it better than my e46 330 convertible (which I have made same trip in past). Not bad for a 10 yrs old car, ppl still complements on how good it looks, and many ask what MY it is. What an experience to own a P-car! Truly amazing!
As for the tires, them slicks were pretty wide, would need flairs to fit them!! and the chickens, there were actually quite a few of them (2 roosters too). Darin's shop is located on his ranch where he produces some/most of his own food. Quite interesting!
I installed the MKII exhaust tips on my MKI but took them off. I thought they stuck out a little to far due to the different bumper on the MKII. They do look much better that the originals.
Sounds good! Can you record the sound and post it on you tube for us to enjoy?
May I ask how much does it cost for parts and labor?
In addition, how can I tell if my exhaust system are original? My Porsche car is 00 C2 Cab.
Thanks.
If it sounds anemic, it's OEM.
In all seriousness, look at the cans, if they're aftermarket they'll usually have the company's logo on it somewhere visible.
nghiaho58: Regarding $, muffler was $225, tip was $60, and install was $100. Check them out here
http://www.fdmotorsports.net/index_files/Page732.htm
and contact Darin for more details. They also have soundclips up on their site, and i'm sure other rennlisters have posted soundbites.. Maybe i'll have my gf record some later today.
Her emails to me where very cute. "First thing, let me say I have no idea about this kind of stuff, but I want to get this for my boyfriend..."
I thought it was so great how hard she worked to get this done for you.She is awesome!
OMG, you guys don't miss a thing!
Those tires are from a 962C race car. And yes, we do have a small ranch, where we have chickens (if you've never had fresh eggs, you are missing out) and have also raised pigs (now in the freezer.) Fresh, hand fed pork is amazing. I will never go back to the store!
I love the picture where Mark is sitting in the chair and I'm doing all of the work!
She is an awesome GF for sure. Great gift!
It was good to meet you both... though I think I owe you for that pic of me sitting there looking like an old man while Darin is "doing all of the work" as he put it. ha!
Hope you had a nice trip back.
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