Drizz-OH! build/progress thread
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kris808mazda
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i noticed you got the same tire/wheel setup that i want for my 6. question. they rub at all with no drop?
**** THE V6 INTAKE MANIFOLD FOREVER!!! Tonights install was the most PITA I have ever done.
The install was totally worth it tho. The WeaponX coils paired with NGK Iridiums (gapped @ .057) is an amazing combo. So far the car is reacting very well to the upgrade (supposedly +8-12 whp thru the entire power band). My car has never pushed me back into the seat before and it sure felt like it did tonight on my test drive as soon as the VVT kicked in. I was like: "Holy s***! V-TAKKKK Just Kicked in yo!!!!!"
With the under body bracing, throttle body spacer, switch over to synthetic engine & gear oil, plus the new plugs & coils, it's like I'm driving a whole new car...and I LOVE it! I've been busy the last 2 weeks.
The install was totally worth it tho. The WeaponX coils paired with NGK Iridiums (gapped @ .057) is an amazing combo. So far the car is reacting very well to the upgrade (supposedly +8-12 whp thru the entire power band). My car has never pushed me back into the seat before and it sure felt like it did tonight on my test drive as soon as the VVT kicked in. I was like: "Holy s***! V-TAKKKK Just Kicked in yo!!!!!"
With the under body bracing, throttle body spacer, switch over to synthetic engine & gear oil, plus the new plugs & coils, it's like I'm driving a whole new car...and I LOVE it! I've been busy the last 2 weeks.
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thats actually a good looking change.
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Thanks mglavina!
Swapped tails with a member of my local club today. Now I'm rocking MS6 tails. Whoop.
thats actually a good looking change.
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- MazdaSpeed 6
i really like that look.. especially with ur color.
Thanks guys! It turned out much nicer than I was expecting.
So... re-rolled my rear fenders, replaced my coolant tank with a new one (I can actually see the levels now!) and replaced some other random trim pieces that have been beaten by mother nature over the last few years. Gotta keep it clean.
Think I'm gonna remove my Mazda6 trunk badge and hopefully get some custom exhaust work done tomorrow. We'll see!
So... re-rolled my rear fenders, replaced my coolant tank with a new one (I can actually see the levels now!) and replaced some other random trim pieces that have been beaten by mother nature over the last few years. Gotta keep it clean.
Think I'm gonna remove my Mazda6 trunk badge and hopefully get some custom exhaust work done tomorrow. We'll see!
Sup guys. I'm finally getting exhaust on my 6. Going the custom route coz I'm not completely satisfied with any of the kits out there.
It's just going to be a catback system, with 2.5" SS piping after the cats and SS tips similar to the ones found on the Tanabe Concept G Axleback system. I was talking to the shop and they mentioned removal of the resonator. I'd love a loud exhaust but I don't want there to be any rasp. Would removal of the resonator make it raspy? Also, I was thinking I would do a true dual exhaust after the cats instead of the Y-pipe. Will I run into any issues if I do that. Please let me know ASAP as I'm getting it installed Thursday.
The tips are a similar design to these, if not these exact ones:
Link to mufflers: http://www.streetsideauto.com/products.asp?PTID=3362&brand=CQVM&series=Street+Performance+Stainless+Steel&partnumber=14859&Skip=True&LookupType=NON
It's just going to be a catback system, with 2.5" SS piping after the cats and SS tips similar to the ones found on the Tanabe Concept G Axleback system. I was talking to the shop and they mentioned removal of the resonator. I'd love a loud exhaust but I don't want there to be any rasp. Would removal of the resonator make it raspy? Also, I was thinking I would do a true dual exhaust after the cats instead of the Y-pipe. Will I run into any issues if I do that. Please let me know ASAP as I'm getting it installed Thursday.
The tips are a similar design to these, if not these exact ones:
Link to mufflers: http://www.streetsideauto.com/products.asp?PTID=3362&brand=CQVM&series=Street+Performance+Stainless+Steel&partnumber=14859&Skip=True&LookupType=NON
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- 2011 Mustang GT
Any particular reason why you're not buying an OTS catback system?
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- 2011 Mustang GT
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Any particular reason why you're not buying an OTS catback system?
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Originally Posted by Drizz-OH!
I'm not completely satisfied with any of the kits out there.
I guess could you care to elaborate?
They're not loud enough for me, and the custom install is cheaper. 
Plus, if you haven't noticed, I'm not into the same s*** everyone has. I like to be unique.
As of now, the resonator is coming out. If I decide I don't like it I'll have a Vibrant res welded in. It won't be that expensive.
Plus, if you haven't noticed, I'm not into the same s*** everyone has. I like to be unique.As of now, the resonator is coming out. If I decide I don't like it I'll have a Vibrant res welded in. It won't be that expensive.
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- 2011 Mustang GT
They're not loud enough for me, and the custom install is cheaper.
As of now, the resonator is coming out. If I decide I don't like it I'll have a Vibrant res welded in. It won't be that expensive.
Understandable. I actually like the fact that you're doing a lot of things with a car(and color) that aren't really big in the scene. You get my props for that.
I just asked about the exhaust install in general because I've seen a lot of 'custom' exhaust jobs that turn into a really ricey job and turn the car into s***. I'd hate to see you do that to yours. The Mz6 just doesn't seem to look right with big exhaust hanging out of the rear bumper.
Thanks Dub.
Oh Steve don't worry. I'll still be running 4 cats so that should take care of any rasp problems. I just want a nice, deep, hella loud exhaust note. But like I said, if I don't like it then I'll add in a res and call it a day.
Personally, I think it looks awesome with canisters. Nirosh's car was my inspiration for the custom build (he's running the Tanabe Concept G). Here's a pic of his car, my tips will closely mirror his:
http://img37.imageshack.us/img37/8887/94147475.jpg
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