Feeler RV6 09+ TL Precat Deletes and High Flow Precats
01-17-2012, 10:45 AM
#241
I can't be 100% sure since I never tried removing parts of my exhuast and then putting them back on in different configurations. But I feel as though most the noise comes from the catback and this is why: After having a stock exhuast except for the catback my car became much louder. When I installed the long Jpipe it became slightly louder at top end, but overall was just a deeper tone. After installing the HFPC I got a similiar result as the jpipe in regards to the tone. Using that logic and the little I know about exhuast, is why I believe most the noise comes from the catback.
Don't get me wrong though, I love the sound my catback made before/after other exhuast mods 99% of the time. And the look is a must, the stock tips look miniature, these fit into the tail perfectly.
Last edited by HeartTLs; 01-17-2012 at 10:48 AM.
01-17-2012, 10:56 AM
#242
We should do a friendly run when I get the HFPC installed. I been wondering if I could keep up with a 3.7L
I can't be 100% sure since I never tried removing parts of my exhuast and then putting them back on in different configurations. But I feel as though most the noise comes from the catback and this is why: After having a stock exhuast except for the catback my car became much louder. When I installed the long Jpipe it became slightly louder at top end, but overall was just a deeper tone. After installing the HFPC I got a similiar result as the jpipe in regards to the tone. Using that logic and the little I know about exhuast, is why I believe most the noise comes from the catback.
Don't get me wrong though, I love the sound my catback made before/after other exhuast mods 99% of the time. And the look is a must, the stock tips look miniature, these fit into the tail perfectly.
Don't get me wrong though, I love the sound my catback made before/after other exhuast mods 99% of the time. And the look is a must, the stock tips look miniature, these fit into the tail perfectly.
01-17-2012, 02:06 PM
#244
10th Gear
Thanks for posting. Unfortunately I have the same exact sound as in the "Taming the beast! PCD Rasp" thread below. Like the OP of that thread, I have OEM exhaust. So, I'm not exactly sure that it is "rasp", but more of a strange metallic sound between 3000-3600 RPMs.
I'm pretty darn sure it isn't a leak, as the sound isn't audible in the engine compartment or underneath where the JPipes are...it's coming out the pipes. Plus, i think if it were a leak, it would be throughout the band, only getting louder with the increase in RPMs.
I'm pretty darn sure it isn't a leak, as the sound isn't audible in the engine compartment or underneath where the JPipes are...it's coming out the pipes. Plus, i think if it were a leak, it would be throughout the band, only getting louder with the increase in RPMs.
01-17-2012, 04:14 PM
#245
Thanks for posting. Unfortunately I have the same exact sound as in the "Taming the beast! PCD Rasp" thread below. Like the OP of that thread, I have OEM exhaust. So, I'm not exactly sure that it is "rasp", but more of a strange metallic sound between 3000-3600 RPMs.
I'm pretty darn sure it isn't a leak, as the sound isn't audible in the engine compartment or underneath where the JPipes are...it's coming out the pipes. Plus, i think if it were a leak, it would be throughout the band, only getting louder with the increase in RPMs.
I'm pretty darn sure it isn't a leak, as the sound isn't audible in the engine compartment or underneath where the JPipes are...it's coming out the pipes. Plus, i think if it were a leak, it would be throughout the band, only getting louder with the increase in RPMs.
01-17-2012, 09:05 PM
#246
The J-pipes on the 2gs made a similar noise at a low rev from a vibration / motor shift that caused the bend around the oil pan to come in contact with part of the headers. I mentioned this to Richie with his design on the J pipe (and I have one sitting her ready to install to my 4g) and he assured there would be no rub/buzz/rattle.
Maybe a heat shield hitting something?
Hope not buzzy new parts...
Maybe a heat shield hitting something?
Hope not buzzy new parts...
01-17-2012, 09:41 PM
#247
10th Gear
I have the RV6 v3 J-Pipe. I put all new gaskets on the PCD to JPipe, to the EGR valve and to where the PCDs attach to the motor. The noise is coming from the J-Pipe, for sure. It might be the flex pipe that is the source. I am gonna run it up to a muffler shop and get an opinion.
I don't hear any noise around the motor, either from above or below. But when I put my head behind the front wheels, that's where i hear the noise. It's probably one of the flex pipe pieces is going bad...
I don't hear any noise around the motor, either from above or below. But when I put my head behind the front wheels, that's where i hear the noise. It's probably one of the flex pipe pieces is going bad...
01-18-2012, 02:05 AM
#248
It might be a flex pipe. Did you check to see if you have clearance from your PCD and heat shield? Maybe its vibration against the heat shield like pseudo said
I have the RV6 v3 J-Pipe. I put all new gaskets on the PCD to JPipe, to the EGR valve and to where the PCDs attach to the motor. The noise is coming from the J-Pipe, for sure. It might be the flex pipe that is the source. I am gonna run it up to a muffler shop and get an opinion.
I don't hear any noise around the motor, either from above or below. But when I put my head behind the front wheels, that's where i hear the noise. It's probably one of the flex pipe pieces is going bad...
I don't hear any noise around the motor, either from above or below. But when I put my head behind the front wheels, that's where i hear the noise. It's probably one of the flex pipe pieces is going bad...
01-18-2012, 08:51 PM
#250
10th Gear
First off, thanks for the tips, y'all.
I wound up removing the RV6 J-Pipe and reinstalling the OEM J-Pipe. My noise is gone. I rode with the RV6 J-Pipe for a long time and it did provide a nice HP boost. But now that I've got the PCDs in place with the stock J-pipe the gains are still quiet noticeable. I can't say that I miss the smell, and the freakin' slinky noise is all but gone.
Check out my full review on my8thgen.com
I wound up removing the RV6 J-Pipe and reinstalling the OEM J-Pipe. My noise is gone. I rode with the RV6 J-Pipe for a long time and it did provide a nice HP boost. But now that I've got the PCDs in place with the stock J-pipe the gains are still quiet noticeable. I can't say that I miss the smell, and the freakin' slinky noise is all but gone.
Check out my full review on my8thgen.com
02-02-2012, 12:06 AM
#253
Instructor
If anyone is looking to pick up a set of ceramic coated pcds before the next batch is released I just listed my set for sale...
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02-02-2012, 06:43 AM
#255
Still haven't motivated myself to put these on yet, but soon. It's a given that you're going to get noise and a smell by taking off factory exhaust components and removing the catalyzing portions of the emissions equipment.
On PCDs vs HFPC; if you're going to put the wrenchtime in and invite the headaches, do you you want 100% of what you can gain, or just 50% of it?
On PCDs vs HFPC; if you're going to put the wrenchtime in and invite the headaches, do you you want 100% of what you can gain, or just 50% of it?
02-02-2012, 07:04 AM
#256
Still haven't motivated myself to put these on yet, but soon. It's a given that you're going to get noise and a smell by taking off factory exhaust components and removing the catalyzing portions of the emissions equipment.
On PCDs vs HFPC; if you're going to put the wrenchtime in and invite the headaches, do you you want 100% of what you can gain, or just 50% of it?
On PCDs vs HFPC; if you're going to put the wrenchtime in and invite the headaches, do you you want 100% of what you can gain, or just 50% of it?
100%, but at what cost? Exhaust smells, who cares, I'm in the car. But to have a raspy note that's also louder... Wouldn't be acceptable. With just the xlr8 catback, rv6 jpipe and rv6 hfpc my car is loud; at WOT forget about it, it'll startle a rock. Also richie estimated HFPC gains to be 80% of PCD based on 3G TL dyno. Maybe the gap on a 4G would be a little bigger because of the larger displacement but I still think hfpc is a better option for my DD.
02-02-2012, 07:30 AM
#257
^^^ Oh, I get the balance thing. It's why I sold my CL-S6. It was TOO much for daily use, and at the time I already had an S2000 that could make jet fighters blush at WOT....which is what lead to me buying the 4G in the first place....lol.
It's why I'm not doing a catback. Keeps it "sane" but doesn't really choke it, but also leaves the comptechs on the table if I want the extra 10-15 HP.
It's why I'm not doing a catback. Keeps it "sane" but doesn't really choke it, but also leaves the comptechs on the table if I want the extra 10-15 HP.
02-02-2012, 09:31 AM
#258
I've debated with myself whether the catback is worth it. From a cost perspective alone its not if you calc $ to HP. At times I think to myself that I'd like the car to be quiter and that that gd catback is just an expensive noise maker (w/o FI). But then I look at the rear any think to myself it compliments the tail perfectly; moral of the story weld some nice tips onto stock exhaust lol!
02-05-2012, 03:02 PM
#264
Drifting
Yup - I can attest - that is how good it sounds. In the summer i always drive with my windows down so i can hear the awesome sound. My gas mileage only took a small hit - but it's worth it.
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02-21-2012, 12:32 PM
#271
2010 EX-L V6 Accord Coupe
Sorry to hijack as well...
I have a new set of ceramic coated PCD's, never installed w/ all RV6-P ownership privileges extended to the purchaser (cleared w/ Richie)...
See my sig below for details.
I have a new set of ceramic coated PCD's, never installed w/ all RV6-P ownership privileges extended to the purchaser (cleared w/ Richie)...
See my sig below for details.
03-02-2012, 02:53 AM
#273
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