OK so I got a 2007 TL 3.5

I'm just starting to modify and decided to start with the exhaust system.

MY QUESTION what's will give me more horse power I already bought the J-pipe that deletes the 3rd cat

What is better to do with the other 2 cats replace them with the test pipes or get hi flow cats ???

Also what goes next after the j- pipe ???

 

Pre-Cat deletes which is the first cat. I don't know about the other.

And I'm pretty sure after the J-Pipe is just the rest of the exhaust piping (resonator and three mufflers).

I'm kinda newb so if other Acuraziners wanna correct me go ahead.

 

Deleting precats will free up some power as well. Ideally you want to start from the tips and modify back (towards the engine) as necessary, that way there's no choke points for pressure build up.

my exhaust will be catless in the next couple weeks

 

TL has 3 cats, 1 for each of the 3 cylinders and then 1 in the middle of the exhaust to further reduce emissions.

Removing the 2 pre-cats helps free up a bunch of top end power but you do loose a little low end power off the line.

Depending on what state you are in (emmissions testing) you might have to go with the high flow cats rather than the deletes. WIth the deletes and no 3rd cat, your exhaust will have a sweet syrupy smell to it and you'll need 02 defoulers to prevent a CEL.

 

thnxx for your responses i have installed the XLR8 j pipe and noticed a bit diffrence nothing crazy next is the pre cat deletes any suggestions on which to choose

 

since there are only one set of pre-cat deletes...there's no suggestions on which to choose....

if you are talking about the High flow cats that replace the two primary cats.....

you're going to have to decide BY YOURSELF! NOT US, on which route to go....
do you live in a state where they have strict emissions? if they hook up a sniffer to the back of the exhaust, you'll fail with PCDs

SO, AGAIN...this is NOT OUR DECISION...butt yours.

 

I have decided to go with the RV6 PCD's.

 

Good job!

 

ok so here is were iam currently working with.

XLR8 J- pipe installed.
RV6 PCD;s have been ordered

So my next question is what exhaust system would you most recommend me its in between XLR8 exhaust system or Endless RPM exhaust system
and whats the difference between resonated and non resonated ???

 

you're 26 man, you can look up the definition of resonate and then come up with a conclusion.....

and honestly, cat-backs are generally the same....you're, key phrase here....YOU ARE going to have to choose between price, sound, and customer service....

again, no one can do this shit for you. lmao.....
you're going to have to be the man and decide which exhaust you want..... and the deciding factors are; price, customer service and maybe how it sounds....

 

lol ok.... i just thought maybe by asking and seeing peoples different opinions my decision making would become easier i dont know anyone who has bought any of these brands out here in cali and thier is not many vendor choices to choose ... so i just wanna make sure i buy the right stuff and not throw my money out thier just like that

 

and yes i wanna make sure it sounds good
and gains performance

 

but that's the thing tho...opinions dont mean chit!!
what does matter, is price, customer service and lastly, sound...

catbacks are not going to add TONS of performance, its mainly there for sound...
so, if you are worried about making the wrong choice, get the cheapest catback you can find.

modding a car is about experimentation. YOU will not know the outcome of your mods, until you execute.

 

your decision is EASY. you only chose 2 exhaust brands....
the XLR8 and the EndlessRPM.

I bet if you head to youtube you can get a feel for how they sound...
now, which one is cheaper?
which one has the better customer service??

 

being in CA, you're also limited by emissions so good luck

 

like if you want me to decide for you, we can flip a coin.

 

I reminded him of that, and he still chose to go with the PCDs.


you can lead a horse to water, but cant make him drink

 

Yeah I'm not worried about the smog test

 

oh so you can decide an important issue like that?

lol but not about two catbacks??

which one looks better to you? like...the tips, which tips evoke feeling from you?
got it?
now buy it!

 

XLR8 has had issues with mufflers failing after about 2 years. Nothing but good things from Endless RPM and ATLP exhaust systems!

 

Good to know thank you!!! after doing research i decided to go with endless rpm exhaust

 

And what if endless mufflers come apart too!?! Lmao. You just wanted someone to tell you what to do...

 

I know you meant in some cases (seen a few threads around about them). I have had my XLR8 exhaust for about 6 years and no issues at all. OP justnspace gave you exactly what you need to look for.

 

you should do HFPC if your in Cali man

 

I easily pass smog with HFPC in CA. even when they use the sniffer

 

If your looking for recommendations I would gladly go over options and quotes. PM me for any questions you may have.




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I'm a hater, but EndlessRPM sounds so muffled. It sounds like listening to someone talk to you while you cover your ears firmly; is that a good enough of an analogy?. It's just MagnaFlow muffler/resonators pieced together with a crappy TIG weld.

 

I can only recommend options and go off of what others say about our products as opposed to other options . Its good to hear happy Acura owners using our Exhaust products. THANKS GUYS!




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