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I always advise when considering a muffler change; think about sound enhancement.
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The sound is throaty, not overbearing. Enjoy the rumble without any interior resonance while you cruise.
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I don't have a sound clip. The sound is throaty but not boisterous. You will not have a drone or a buzz, resonance, inside the cab. We offer a money back guarante. If you don't like them send them back for a refund.
As far as comparing our product to another, I would rather not say. I feel it to be difficult as I will not speaking badly about another product. I will say that many Porsche Dealerships carry our products.
The price seems excellent, I'd like to hear a clip especially as the return policy, while generous, is a pain for us in Canada.
How does this installation affect the warranty?
I'll do my best to get a sound clip. Hopefully a rennlist member will chime in with feedback on sound. I'm sure the parts dept. at Champion Motors in Fl. will give you their feedback. They have sold many: [phone removed]
To answer the question on weight: stock 44lb
GHL 29lb
Just called and ordered one from Brian. A very nice guy. I should have it by the middle of next week. I'll give you a full report. I've heard the Fabspeed before but not the GHL. We'll see.
I'm definitely interested in a well-built, more reasonably priced alternative to PSE. When does your holiday sale end?
Anyone else have "after-the-purchase" feedback on sound quality and quality of workmanship?
Thanks,
Mark
I really-really want that sport exhaust sound so I can do the throttle blip, quasi double clutch downshift, mash the throttle and revel in the auditory glory of that legendary flat six music.
It only costs how much?
- clip please
I'll chime in since I have the GHL's.
First. Don't buy mufflers based on a sound clip. I never heard one that did ANY system justice and more often than not sounded different than in real life. Yes I heard some that were fairly accurate but this is the exception.
I couldn't be happier with my choice. The workmanship was first rate. This was the concensus of all the Nissan techs at my friend's Nissan store when we were installing them. Everybody crowded around to oggle them!
The sound is perfect for me. A much more mechanical sound on start up and idle than stock. Deeper during mild acceleration and raspy on the higher end. I don't notice any resonance. It may be pertinent to note that I get many compliments and inquiries at the PCA auto-x on what mufflers I'm running.
ANY muffler will sound better than stock and the differences in sound are in the details and personal preference. If you can hear them in person it would be worth your while.
David since I did the installation myself it didn't cost anything...
It is a very easy job and even if you're not very comfortable with wrenches it's still a pretty easy job. Having a friend handy makes it much easier.
There are many posts on here about this DIY job. I think Loren's tech site might even have something.
As far as power there is no change. I do feel like I notice a hint more throttle reponse right after going into another gear.
Mufflers on this car are for sound ONLY. No matter what claims someone makes.
Yes, I must agree with LanceK. I always advise when considering a muffler change; think about sound enhancement. Let's assume you will get 10 hp, not likely; you will not notice the increase in power while you drive.
Brian
Thanks LanceK, I was more worried about any LOSS of power, since I've read some reports of that happening with other exhaust systems.
With regard to the installation, I wouldn't hesitate doing it myself, but I am concerned about ground clearance/access to the underside of the car. How did you manage?
Thanks
David
David I am priviledged to have a good friend who is a Nissan tech. We have access to the lifts in his shop.
But a floor jack and some stands are more than enough.
anybody with a high quality sound clip of GHL mufflers at idle, under load? maybe somebody could create one with the same quality as the fabspeed soundclip demos.
lance or anybody did u dyno your car b4 and after the mod? many exhausts w/ reduced backpressure DECREASES midrange torque while INCREASING highend HP.
