Help picking exhaust

[kidicenj]

Hey guys im looking at getting a new exhaust but i really dont have that much to spend. what kinda exhausts can i get for somewhat cheap? i would prefer to only get a catback, possibly a Corcksport? but i cant find it. anyone have any links to nice exhausts?

thanks

 

[theEZV]

corksport is the best value by far. they have a 2.4" and 3"

protegegarage.com or corksport.com

 

[speedracer]

yup CorkSport is deff. your best bet for an inexpensive exhaust, sounds good too.
even better when you can pick one up used cheap!!!

 

[.mazda.speed.]

I would go with a used Vibrant, You can find one for about $500

 

[powderider87]

just sold a full corksport for 200.. keep your eye out they pop up every now and then.

 

[Holy_Fluck]

I have made up my mind and will get an exhaust as well. I would like some opinions. I am debating whether to go with the Vibrant turbo back exhaust or save a bit and go with the 80 mm Corksport cat back. What do you guys think?

 

[theEZV]

the vibrant has a hi flow cat and is a j-pipe back(not turbo-back). the coksport is catless and starts after the j-pipe. is the cat and j-pipe worth the extra $200+ to you?
cant go wrong with either one really

 

[Holy_Fluck]

the vibrant has a hi flow cat and is a j-pipe back(not turbo-back). the coksport is catless and starts after the j-pipe. is the cat and j-pipe worth the extra $200+ to you?
cant go wrong with either one really

On ProtegeGarage there is a Vibrant turbo back exhaust for $805 and there is a Perrin J-pipe exhaust for 699. Is what they are calling a turbo back exhaust really only a j-pipe back?

 

[theEZV]

yes the vibrant starts after the s-pipe. the corksport and perrin start after the j-pipe. i dont think you can get the perrin anymore

 

[Holy_Fluck]

Would you happen to know if there is a big difference between the two in terms of performance?

 

[theEZV]

minimal if any. to be honest the 2.4" corksport is more than adequate for these cars

 

[HondaEat-R]

Perrin drones on highway and on decel. Sounds good though otherwise.

 

[gtrs28]

go turbo back

 

[43975]

Are you going with a new exhaust for performance gains or just sound?? The reason I'm asking is because a "Cat Back" really won't give you too much gain. Your best bet is to upgrade the Mid pipe!!. The stock cat back is actually pretty good for low-moderatly modded MSP's It's that damn small diameter Stock Cat that is the problem. You can pick up a used midpipe for $100 here. Be a rebel and go catless for best results and sound!!!!!
You you plan on high boost and tons of mods go 3" if your only looking to do a mild build 2.5 should foot the bill!

 

[HondaEat-R]

Mid-pipe is def best bang for the buck, or my favorite....weld in an electric cut-out after the j-pipe, and run it open when you're driving in a "spirited" manner.

 

[Holy_Fluck]

Well, I just ordered the Vibrant exhaust and theres no going back because its shipped already. Protege Garage is fast! I was going for maximum gains in power. Also another question is do I need to upgrade anything else or is it just a bolt on

 

[powderider87]

It will bolt right on.

 

[HondaEat-R]

For Sale section has Vibrant 3" for 500 OBO. Guess you already bought yours though.

 

[Spiced MSP]

minimal if any. to be honest the 2.4" corksport is more than adequate for these cars

it is very tempting to get the new 80mm exhaust CS is selling now. Im not trying to create a monster like the guy in Spain..although it is a well built car. Is it strongly suggested to go to 3 in. after you reach a certain HP range? I have the 2.4in CS exhaust on my car now and I planned on getting the CS S and J pipes but CS doesn't have any in stock right now. Is 2.4 in good enough for high 200-low 300(referring to HP)

 

[theEZV]

as far as all that piping diamter vs hp talk, check out this chart from corky bell's book "maximum boost"

http://www.koracing.net/img/ExhaustSizeChart.jpg