View Poll Results: 3rd Cat. Converter
Retain 3rd Cat - Less possible mid-gain
20
21.28%
Delete 3rd Cat - More possible mid-gain!
33
35.11%
Retain 3rd Cat w/ high flow cat - pricier but best of both worlds
41
43.62%
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ATLP J-Pipe: Tell me what you guys want! Remake
#83
OMGWTF4THGENTL
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Considering ditching the 3rd cat gains about 3HP, if that, I'm not sure why folks are so hell bent on removing it...
Now folks are talking about swapping J pipes back and forth to meet smog complaince... for that whopping 3hp difference.
Just make a pipe that uses a cat. The sell an optional test pipe for the knuckleheads that think it'll make em go faster.
Now folks are talking about swapping J pipes back and forth to meet smog complaince... for that whopping 3hp difference.
Just make a pipe that uses a cat. The sell an optional test pipe for the knuckleheads that think it'll make em go faster.
#84
94 DC4 RS LSV/Turbo
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Originally Posted by aznbo187
I was thinking about creating the high-flow 3rd cat with mounting points, so when you install the new high-flow cat, you can simply take the heat shield of the OEM cat, and put it on the new high-flow cat. It will look identical, and pass smog.
ie> post # 60 - https://acurazine.com/forums/showpos...6&postcount=60
#86
It's already in production. We're waiting for the flanges to be sent back and then we can have a first article ready by first thing next year.
Gains look promising even without a 3rd cat delete! So we'll be offering the additional option of a hi-flow 3rd cat, test pipe, or the choice of retaining the stock cat.
Gains look promising even without a 3rd cat delete! So we'll be offering the additional option of a hi-flow 3rd cat, test pipe, or the choice of retaining the stock cat.
#89
Originally Posted by BLACKURA_NY
any forecasted cost's on this pipe?
also, are the stock J pipe's similar on the UA6 and UA7 applications?
also, are the stock J pipe's similar on the UA6 and UA7 applications?
And yes, I will make sure that the j-pipes should fit on the TL-S, or at least make a version that will if it doesn't.
#93
We finallized on a design that would let us retain the equal length piping. Here is a rough mock up.
The new pipe will use 2inch primaries that feed into a very gradual y-flange that won't create any flow interference of exhaust pulses traveling back the other pipe as it passes the junction.
A new thread will be made once the prototype is ready for the dyno and prices are established. This will work with the factory 3rd cat as well as the e-shift 3rd cat. Of course we will also be offering our own metallic 3rd cat and a test pipe for those who want to go that route.
THanks for being patient. We are brewing up potential. =)
The new pipe will use 2inch primaries that feed into a very gradual y-flange that won't create any flow interference of exhaust pulses traveling back the other pipe as it passes the junction.
A new thread will be made once the prototype is ready for the dyno and prices are established. This will work with the factory 3rd cat as well as the e-shift 3rd cat. Of course we will also be offering our own metallic 3rd cat and a test pipe for those who want to go that route.
THanks for being patient. We are brewing up potential. =)
#95
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Originally Posted by BLACKURA_NY
cannnnnnt wait
ATLP F.T.M.F.W !!!!
ATLP F.T.M.F.W !!!!
I'm glad to see this pipe actually making progress. I look forward to seeing the final product, with dyno and sound clips.Good job aznbo!
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I think your mock up is going to confuse alot of guys who aren't too familiar with this car's undercarriage
the posted image is a mock up, meaning they created bents and tap welded them together just for fitment, the actual jpipe will look nothing like the above, it will be one full flowing piece
this thing bolts up to any tl in 15 minutes tops... 3 bolt flanges for all 3 cats - 9 bolts, if you do a bolt a minute 10mins install heheheh
the posted image is a mock up, meaning they created bents and tap welded them together just for fitment, the actual jpipe will look nothing like the above, it will be one full flowing piece
this thing bolts up to any tl in 15 minutes tops... 3 bolt flanges for all 3 cats - 9 bolts, if you do a bolt a minute 10mins install heheheh
#102
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Originally Posted by stillhere153
I think your mock up is going to confuse alot of guys who aren't too familiar with this car's undercarriage
the posted image is a mock up, meaning they created bents and tap welded them together just for fitment, the actual jpipe will look nothing like the above, it will be one full flowing piece
this thing bolts up to any tl in 15 minutes tops... 3 bolt flanges for all 3 cats - 9 bolts, if you do a bolt a minute 10mins install heheheh
the posted image is a mock up, meaning they created bents and tap welded them together just for fitment, the actual jpipe will look nothing like the above, it will be one full flowing piece
this thing bolts up to any tl in 15 minutes tops... 3 bolt flanges for all 3 cats - 9 bolts, if you do a bolt a minute 10mins install heheheh
welllllll technically it would be a 9 minute install
#108
Originally Posted by stillhere153
I think your mock up is going to confuse alot of guys who aren't too familiar with this car's undercarriage
the posted image is a mock up, meaning they created bents and tap welded them together just for fitment, the actual jpipe will look nothing like the above, it will be one full flowing piece
this thing bolts up to any tl in 15 minutes tops... 3 bolt flanges for all 3 cats - 9 bolts, if you do a bolt a minute 10mins install heheheh
the posted image is a mock up, meaning they created bents and tap welded them together just for fitment, the actual jpipe will look nothing like the above, it will be one full flowing piece
this thing bolts up to any tl in 15 minutes tops... 3 bolt flanges for all 3 cats - 9 bolts, if you do a bolt a minute 10mins install heheheh
Thanks for clearing it up Al!
As far as pricing, I'm still trying to attend a few things prior to finalizing costs.
A new thread with all the nitty-gritty details will be up shortly.
#110
Instructor
Hey Aznbo 187, I need this mod to go with my ATLP. The ATLP on my TLS sounds sooooo goooood and I know this J pipe will make it even sweeeeeter. Heads keep turning every time I'm out driven. Just let me know when you need the $.
#112
Originally Posted by blokhead
I'm intrested as well.... When do you think they will have a production Version?
The prototype should be finished by the end of next week. What we do then is test it out for a short while to see if there are any fitment/flex problems. The week right after we'll get the product dyno tested and if there are any worthwhile gains, we will release it to the market for pre-orders. Once the pre-order phase is done, it should only be 1-2 weeks max before it's ready for shipping to your door!
#113
Three Wheelin'
Will the final version have a flex pipe?
I always thought that it was required for any car's downpipe; in order to reduce exhaust movement/vibrations caused by the engine...
I always thought that it was required for any car's downpipe; in order to reduce exhaust movement/vibrations caused by the engine...
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if you go to page 4 at the picture of the mockup you can see he moved the flex pipe section further back closer to the 3rd cat, essentially so that he could extend the distance before the y pipe
#115
Originally Posted by HQTL6SPD
Will the final version have a flex pipe?
I always thought that it was required for any car's downpipe; in order to reduce exhaust movement/vibrations caused by the engine...
I always thought that it was required for any car's downpipe; in order to reduce exhaust movement/vibrations caused by the engine...
#117
Originally Posted by Inaccurate
Wow, that looks light weight (a good thing)
I'm interested !!!!
I'm interested !!!!
Although not a huge weight savings, an improvement is what we are looking for.