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Old 04-01-2009, 02:03 PM
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OK, so I know this has been discussed numerous times and many many threads but I can't find the answer I'm looking for. For a 08 type S

So I'm going to remove the stock resonator and replace it with the magnaflow resonator as described in the other threads.

1. Is it really worth it?

2. Does it really make a difference in sound but still sound good? (looking at the youtube clips, you can't really tell as the sound is always distorted)

3. Will it effect emissions? ( I don't think it will since it is just for sound but just making sure)

4. This will only void my warranty on exhaust I assume right?

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Old 04-01-2009, 02:11 PM
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I did this mod on my 07 TL-S - it wasn't much money, and I can tell a little difference in the exhaust tone. Nothing major, but subtle. I don't think it effects emissions, but I'm no expert. It will only void the warranty if Acura can trace the problem caused, back to the absence of the OEM resonator, and/or prove that a problem is caused by the presence of the magnaflow resonator.
Old 04-01-2009, 03:38 PM
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it makes a difference if u do what i did
Old 04-01-2009, 04:55 PM
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Get the Dynomax resonator instead. It sounds better and is cheaper.
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Originally Posted by TLAdvanced
Get the Dynomax resonator instead. It sounds better and is cheaper.
Agree.


1. Sure. It's a cheap farily harmless mod.

2. Yes, but not a huge difference. Add the J-Pipe when you can.

3. No. Zero effect.

4. Worst case? Possibly void the exhaust warranty.
Old 04-02-2009, 11:49 AM
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thanks everyone that replied.

So bottom line is it woth possibly voiding the warranty for the exhaust for this?
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here's the question. How offten does your exhaust break??????
Just do it
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Id say its worth it. I deleted teh resonator and mid muffler.

Had all custom piping done to a magnaflow Y pipe and two magnaflow mufflers.

I still today get in it and love hearing start up.
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Originally Posted by trancemission
Id say its worth it. I deleted teh resonator and mid muffler.

Had all custom piping done to a magnaflow Y pipe and two magnaflow mufflers.

I still today get in it and love hearing start up.
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do it and take off the mid muffler sounds very good.
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