Q50 Performance Exhaust for UNDER $500!!!
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- Опубликовано: 24 авг 2024
- The Q50 needed a Performance Exhaust but I would never pay $2000 to get results, when I knew I could assemble a system that would sound better and perform better than anything on the market. So I did!!
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This is what it looks like and how I did it-all for UNDER $500!!!
Here are the components you will need to replicate this setup:
Borla Pro xs Muffler: ebay.us/3EWPN2
FlowFX Resonators 20" overall length (2): amzn.to/2Q8Wnes
* DynoMax Resonator (Alternative to FlowFX for less aggressive tone): amzn.to/3b75JOD
Flex Pipe (optional): amzn.to/38Sg40l
Stainless Tips: amzn.to/32O78o5
Exhaust Flanges: ebay.us/rwcMW7
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Superb this is what big muffler companies try to replicate, you should design a full system with your stamp on it. Amazing video this is my go to channel for all my VQ needs!!
Thank you very much!!
Can I just leave my Q50 & money with you to get this done?!!!? BEST SYSTEM I'VE SEEN & HEARD!!!!!!
For my 2013 G37 sedan a shop in the Dallas area told me it would cost $950, even though I have all of the parts! He asked, "so what do you want to do?" I said I want you to lower my car as quickly as humanly possible! Lol ✌Deuces
🤣 wow those are outrageous numbers!
Literally the secret sauce, had this on my G but with the magnaflow dual in out x pipe/muffler instead of the borla 🔥🔥🤌🤌🍯🍯
nice!
$250-300 was the quote I got from my shop. Just ordered all the parts and it came out to 300 exactly. I’m super excited
Nice. Not a bad deal!
Haven't commented on your videos in a while. Glad to see you you're still making good and knowledgeable videos bro
Thanks for stopping back!!
@@SpeedCultureStudios you think this set up works for a 03 g35x sedan? Its for my little brother. He wanted a infiniti after seeing how the Q50S. Especially the 3.7 type haha
Oscar yeah man that’s the beauty of a custom setup. You’re only limited by the ability of the exhaust shop you choose!
@@SpeedCultureStudios thanks man
Just had the SCS catback installed on my G37 sedan at a custom muffler shop. Sounds great.
How much was the installing fee
How much for the fab
How much was install
This is exactly what I needed! Good video 👍
Thanks for watching
Thanks for the Knowledge man Only thing I’m still waiting on is Borla pro xs Muffler, can’t wait to put it all together. 🙏🏽
Thanks for watching buddy!
Howd you like it
@@user-fj5ul9ci7d I honestly love the sound not too loud but just right, will definitely sound much better once I replace the stock intake
@@vq6928 awesome! Just ordered the parts this morning. Did you take it to a shop? If so what did they charge if you dont mind me asking?
So far i love the exhaust had it a year now cant wait to get my hfc installed.
Did the same thing on my 2001 Maxima and it turned out awesome. Sounded just the way I wanted it to sound and the price was a lot less than Stillen or others at the time.
Exactly! If you use quality resonators and mufflers, it’s as good if not better than anything on the market!
What was your set up Patrick S?
Love your channel. Direct, smart, down to earth, advise. I am going to install this exact exhaust on my '13 G37 Sport Convertible tomorrow!! Haven't seen anyone install on a 'vert yet. I decided to leave the stock cats in place for now. Will see how it sounds and decide if I will go with test pipes. I will try to post some pics and sound clips. Thanks for the great write up and detailed parts list and sound clips! REALLY helped me make my decision.
I think you’re right-first convertible! A few have done it with stock cats and still sounds nice!
Thanks for the kind words as well!
How did it sound with stock cats bro?
Perfect sound man thank you for taking the time to figure this out and do it on a budget too 🙂👍
Glad you like it!
That’s so crazy im sitting here watching this video thinking about riding over to Inman muffler shop lmao and then you say that!!
Can they install the lower down pipes?
Tell them hello for me 😂
@@SpeedCultureStudioswhere you from?
I watched your video also about the sequentials in the mirrors but im scared still to try and install them mine have Bluetooth modules built in each one, can I not just wire them to the harness right there in the mirror?
@@FreeAgentStudios Greenville
Finally got the wife on board. Getting installed next Thursday 😁
Yes!!!
i get pumped up watching your exhaust system!
Haha that’s awesome! I still enjoy driving it everyday! Sounds so good.
@@SpeedCultureStudios Whelp its official I placed an order for everything 07/31/2020
Matthew B boom!
love your in depth vids. keep up the good work!
Really appreciate the kind words! Trying to provide as much value as possible!
this is the best video n utube you helped so many people out , i will do exactly what you teach thanks i watch all your videos all the best culture
Thank you very much!
This is the VQ exhaust info I’ve been looking for
Glad it was helpful!
Awesome setup! Looking at a g37 to replace my acura tl, also watching your videos is helping me learn how to make the ideal exhaust setup
Great man. Glad you stopped in!
@@SpeedCultureStudios also, what kind of power gains would come from and exhaust w/ test pipes, and maybe some other simple bolt ons?
@@KenyonPayne you’d need a tune. But with that you can gain 50-70hp
Bro trust me you have done the job not that’s best sound I have ever heard hope I’m gona find good welder in gta area gona get same setup keeping all your instructions in mind thanks for giving your effort to something people will love and always appreciate you who ever will get this setup and bro I’m totally new to all this kind work what the way you have explained I think anyone can get if they got people who can put all these parts in place bro I madly love 2.25 set up but you have explained 2.50 so please can you tell us who ever out there wants to get 2.25 or if you have already made any video on 2.25 setup please let me know I have people who can work but need to tell them how you made 2.25 set up thanks in advance
Awesome page man I love the content
Really appreciate it! More good stuff to come!
I'm thinking about doing this exact setup on my 3.0t.
Do it! I’ve a bunch of 3.0 guys say they were planning on it but I don’t think anyone has done it yet! Be the first!
@@SpeedCultureStudios I'm torn between borla only or borla and res.
F0RS8KEN you can always add resonators but you’d be pissed probably if you did it all then wanted to cut them off haha. Being the first 3.0t guy though, make sure you get under there and take some measurements to be sure the borla will fit
@@SpeedCultureStudios I ordered everything but the resonators. Everything should arrive this week. The tips came in today. I have to say the tips are great quality. I'm very surprised for the price.
F0RS8KEN yeah I really liked the tips
wow nice setup bro just what i was looking for great shit keep up the passion.
Thanks!!
Anybody in the NYC area got a shop doing this set up for a reasonable price so far all the shop are crazy with the prices.
Some in New Jersey I think
What are the prices you’ve heard ? I just got my parts today , and was going to a shop tomorrow .I’ll let you know what they say. 😎
@@kluethomas2052 i was quoted from 400-800 from 5 different shop which is crazy
@@ivan7247 that sucks I didn’t make it to any yet some things came up , but I’m hoping they ain’t asking that much. I will keep you posted.
@@kluethomas2052 u have IG ?
I need a good loud set up ASAP
I got quoted 800cad which is around 650 usd just for installation I guess Canada is just more expensive in general :-(
Yeah that’s a little high. $250-350 is very common here.
I am not sure if this is just a mistake in the video, but you said the length of the FlowFx resonator is 18-20 inches, but the Amazon link in your description to the FlowFx Resonator is showing a 14in length one. I just want to make sure the amazon listing didnt change!
18” overall
I watched this years ago and love keeping up with you and what you’re up to bro. Are you still running this same setup and happy with it?
Thanks! Ran this setup for 4 years. Still best sounding Q out there. Car was sold awhile back tho, but we have a lot going on on the channel!
Would this set up ( yours )be better or as good as getting aftermarket FDP / DP and axle back? Performance wise.
Well downpipes and axleback misses the whole center section of the exhaust. But you would get any more power/performance out of an aftermarket setup.
What size pipe did they use?
2.5”
Are your test pipes resonated? Can you put a link to the ones you have, please? I need a budget exhaust system that won't empty my wallet.
Non resonated. shop.redline360.com/products/manzo-downpipe-test-pipe-350z-370z-g37-q50-07-15-tp-179
I the love vids man! Ive got my Q50 3.7 that i'm currently building myself. I live in NY and I wanted to know if this setup is able to pass inspection without any issues. If I was to do this setup and left my Factory Flow Cats or use HFC, will I get any check engine lights or fail the Smog test?. I wanted to do my exhaust before tuning. Z1 Intake Tubes + AeF Filters coming soon!
This system will not cause a check engine light. It’ll still sound good with factory cats.
finally i found what im lookin for. i have been dealing with that raspiness for month now and i now that will be gone. so much rasp after test pipes with no muffler i cant believe it so i hope that'll be something of the past
For sure it will! Check out my more recent vids. You’ll get a better idea of how this setup sounds!!
@@SpeedCultureStudios yeah i checked it out a lot of people seem to love and I'm looking forward for the parts to come in and get it done.
haider ali awesome man!
yeah, I think you hit that 3K subscriber goal lol
Lol I did! Took awhile but we made it!
Does this set up work for a 2015 awd q50 3.7?
It should. You’d just have to make sure the muffler clears the drive shaft obviously, but that’s the beauty of a custom setup. The shop can install it so it clears or recommend a smaller muffler that might fit better if necessary.
Alejandro Hernandez did you end up doing this have the same car AWD. Would like to know how it was
the main drive shaft is in the same location as the RWD, the only thing different is the transfer case and that is just in front of the merge portion of the Y pipe. So yes, it should work. I'm planning a similar set up thanks to the information from this video and I have an AWD.
@@SteU4IA Did you ever do the setup on your AWD
Hi i hav a 2014 3.7 l q 50 and installed a stainless steel catback
Sounds good
Thanks for the info ,fam
Great stuff. Looking to do this same set up for my q50. Where are the links at?
Looking at the same setup for my 2014 AWD q50 3.7! When it comes to test pipes what direction should I start looking
Top Speed makes a nice affordable resonated option. That’s what I’m going back to. Manzo is a “cheap” but nice quality non-resonated test pipe that I’m currently running. No complaints from me other than there is just a touch of drone at 2k rpm. No big deal but I have resonated pipes on my bench already.
How do I tell them to bend the pipes
You don’t have to. They will know. Just show them a picture from the video. It’s their job
I want to do this to my Q50 very soon. So before I order everything, I just want to make sure this is what I need. 2x FX Resonators, 1x Borla Muffler, 2x Flex Pipes. Is that it? Thanks! I'm in CA so I cant get the test pipes
A set of flanges and may want some fresh gaskets. Check out my SCS Catback made easy video for updated links!
Not sure if you already answered, or have even been asked this, but could this setup be installed on the 3.5l AWD hybrid model? Only asking because I intend on a Q50 being my next car, but I live in the UK, and this is, as far as I can tell, the only 3l+ model available in the UK.
It can be, yes.
I’m concerned before buying all the parts if I need any type of tune or if is necessary to not have test pipes but just the catalytics from fabric 🤔
You can keep the factory cats but it will be pretty quiet with the full setup. You could just do an x pipe with the flowfx resonators in the back. That will sound nice. No tune necessary
I’ve been watching these videos all night because I’m about to get my car modded. I have a 2015 Q50 Sport 3.7 & I’m loving this system you have. The exhaust flanges linked in the description don’t fit my car type, what other ones would be necessary?
Exhaust flanges are universal. The flanges will fit to factory cats or test pipes. Those are the flanges I have. I wouldn’t have linked them if they don’t work.
Speed Culture Studios oh okay
so I'm looking to spice up my q50s, yours seems a little too loud for me. but I do like the sound, what can I do to make it just a tad bit quiet?
It’s really not all that loud but you could use larger resonators instead of the flowfx suggested. Remember this also has test pipes
I've watch this video so many times! Thanks to you! Now, I'm going to a shop and have them fabricate my Invidia Gemini CBE. They're gonna remove the X-Pipe and install the Borla mid muffler, along with the Flowmaster resonators. Hopefully $250 or a little less is what I'll pay when the job is complete.
Nice! The borla is the key man!
@@SpeedCultureStudios Do you know if the Flowmaster resonators is directional or non-directional? The shop that installed it for me had the Flowmaster FX engraving facing up side down.
Stock VQ37 they are straight through non-directional.
@@SpeedCultureStudios So it doesn't matter which way then is what you're saying??
Stock VQ37 correct. They can be installed either direction.
Trying to replicate your setup now on my 2010 g37x sedan, Ordered the borla mid muffler and i couldnt get my hands on the flowmasters so instead i had to settle for the vibrant resonators (1793) which is 18" with a 4" diameter.... I am really hoping they will fit into the system, Just looking at my current exhaust i dont see how someone could fit such a big resonator in the same position that you have. Guess i am going to find out when i bring all the components to the exhaust shop! Hopefully not a waste of time/money
Hi Jake! I’m actually making a follow up video right now about this! Having the awd system does make it a bit tight but it has been fit. The other option that I’m explaining in this new video is to actually set the system up in reverse. So where I have the borla, you can actually place the vibrant (good choice too by the way) resonators there side by side which gives you more flexibility, then install the borla sideways below the trunk area where your factory muffler was. Works out great and sounds just as nice!
Gonna try replicate this also on the same exact car (2010 G37x sedan) and just worried on fitment. Any tips and variations from the original setup? The Borla mid mufflers are out of stock, do you think a magnaflow resonated mufflers work too? Also, what would you tell the exhaust shop specifically on how to make this setup?
@@ALoHA2132 Check out my most recent exhaust video--SCS Custom Catback Made Easy. It has an even more detailed explanation with alternatives.
Just tell the shop where each piece should be located and they'll do it. Its not hard and if they are a decent shop, they'll know.
Magnaflow is fine, but its smaller than the borla so its a slightly more aggressive tone--maybe a little rasp.
@@ALoHA2132 Fitment is no issue there is actually plenty of space to play around with once you get under there. Just show the exhaust shop a picture of the setup from this video and supply them the parts they should be able to slap it together in a couple hours. I went with the borla muffler so I’m not sure about magnaflow specs but i don’t see why it wouldn’t work, it may have a different tone but will do the same job. Also i would throw a flex pipe somewhere in the system i didn’t and now i am dealing with some funky rattles other than that don’t keep procrastinating like i did and just send it you wont regret it lmao.
@@slovwmedia Aight BET lmao. I just wanted to make sure each part fit before purchasing all the parts. You mind sending me a picture of your setup that way I know exactly how it should look since we both got the same cars anyway. Or if I could ask you some questions through dm or something? Too excited to get this installed!
Where are the sound clips of others using your exhaust setup, especially the VR30 3.OTT😁
In the video specific to the 3.0t 😀
There are a couple in there. Otherwise you can check out the # speed culture studios on IG
@@SpeedCultureStudios can you give me a link to the video, I couldn't find it. I just got a 2018 Q50RS and I want to do the exhaust ASAP. This car is too damn quiet 🤣
@@dbsimms63 just type in speed culture exhaust 3.0 and it'll come up
You just saved me $1500.00 👌😎
Hell yeah!
Only need to purchase one flange kit, correct?
That is correct
I'm really impressed with this custom system and I was wondering if I could make it work for my g37 coupe or if not, get something similar to this
Yes I am sure you can. You’ll just want to confirm clearance for the mid-muffler. The borla Pro xs is a large muffler so you’d want to make sure it would fit in the space available. I think it will, but there are other options available. The rest of it will give you no problems at all.
Speed Culture Studios Appreciate it man! Your videos are really knowledgeable and eye opening👍🏻 you really proved that you don't need to buy branded stuff to get good results.
Erik Soghoyan Thanks man! Yeah my goals is to find value for people. Share some knowledge and experience and then try to back it up with real world results. A lot of stuff in the aftermarket world is hype. That’s how they sell products. Higher prices do not always mean better quality nor do they mean better results.
That’s such a nice setup! So in order to replicate ur setup, all I have to do is just get the muffler, resonator, and exhaust tips in the description and I’m set? Or do I need anything else to go with it.
1 borla, 2 resonators, 2 tips and a set of flanges so you can bolt/unbolt from your cats or test pipes. Flex pipe is optional.
Speed Culture Studios okay thank you!!
Awesome video! Do you have a link to the flanges and gasket you used? For flex pipe do you recommend the 2.5x6x10 or 2.5x4x4?
Yeah linked in the other video-“SCS Catback made easy”
Great Video, will be doing this to my Q50 soon🔥 question tho,, should I get flex pipe if I’m getting test pipes or not? Cuz I know with test pipes flex pipes aren’t able to handle the heat but your the expert here so rather ask you for advice 🤘🏻
Do not get test pipes with flex--they fail because of the heat, correct. The flex as part of the mid-pipe is a bit further down stream and not in direct contact with such high heat. They help reduce vibration, but are not required, per se.
Speed Culture Studios THANKS for the response ! 🙏🏻
David Cisneros no problem!
Do you have any decibel readings on it?
No I don’t
You’re the best! I love you !
Thanks man lol
Excellent and thanks from Melbourne, this video will save me $$$$ bar shipping cost . Same principle for an 08 Skyline V36 350 gt sedan ? Also thoughts on Berk High Flow Cars please ? Thanks for the videos, much appreciated.
I often recommend berk HFCs. Good quality. Good price.
Speed Culture Studios Thanks for the reply, keep up the good work, your my go to guy on this platform.
Pommie Gooner really appreciate it!!
Sorry 1 more question on this and just looking at the Borla muffler now which comes in 2.25 and 2.5 inlet and outlets, You said if you had your time again you'd drop down to 2.25 all the way through for higher tourqe and better low down response, correct ? Matching with Berk HFC (Not sure what there diameter is but I'll check) .
V36 G35 (Skyline over here in Australia). Thanks once again.
Well after all that writing this question I just found the answer from your comments to another subscriber 2.25 looks the go 😂.
Pommie Gooner Yeah you wont lose any power with the 2.25, but might see a couple more lbs of torque. For test pipes or HFCs, fast intentions is the only company that I have seen make 2.25” diameter. I wish other companies did because I would go that route as well.
I have a 2014 3.7L Q50 Premium - so if I buy specifically those 3 things (the borla, resonators, and stainless tips) without the test pipes, will I need to get my car tuned or is that all I need for my car to sound really nice like that?
It will still sound really nice. A few people have done that. You won’t need a tune necessarily either. A tune will just help you take advantage of the catback system, but the cats are the real bottleneck so if you keep them, a tune isn’t all that necessary.
Speed Culture Studios
If I wanted to have it tuned using these three things to my advantage, how do I go about saying it? Like how much tune or what numbers do I say to have it fit the custom exhaust system you have?
Leyth Star The tuner will know what to do. They adjust parameters so the car runs to its fullest potential. It will make as much power as it can make.
Nice bro. Ima do your exact set up except I’m going to do the y pipe and and mid pipe at 2.25in to match the same dia of the fast intentions resonated test pipes and Ima match it with the helmholtz Infiniti resonated mufflers. Cuz they look nice and sound really good.
Lol so not even close to “exact setup” haha.
I like that fast intentions does a 2.25” test pipe! Really the best diameter test pipe for these cars. Not sure why everyone else went 2.5. I’m not a fan of the y pipe, but I like the idea of the 2.25” midpipe. If I were to redesign my setup I would do all 2.25” as well-you’ll see some nice torque numbers.
Speed Culture Studios true. exact set up for the y pipe and mid pipe but different dia lol
RegularassDave have you done it yet? Got sound clips
Do you have any more clips of how it sounds?
Here is a video just of exhaust clips. But I have a ton of other videos. Take a look!!
ruclips.net/video/iVpV56OYZPs/видео.html
It's hard to tell, but was he piping you had installed mandrel bent?
Not on this setup no. At these power levels, mandrel bends don’t do anything. These bends are so wide that there is no restriction in the system at all.
Any idea if this setup would work on the g37 sedan, your car sounds great!
It should work. That’s the beauty of a custom setup. But yeah I think there should be enough room for the muffler where the stock y pipe typically bolts up.
@Rush designs, did u go with X or Y pipe for your g?
How did you get rid of your check engine light with test pipes
The car is tuned
What’s the name of the shop u had the work done at?
Inman muffler
Thank for this great informative video. Would you know if this same setup will work on G37s thank you!
Yes it does!
Hi from PR. I spent about 2grants in exhaust for my q60,happy with the job but not with the expense.But like you say in the video if you shop around you may found better deals and also if you have the knowledge that would help.
Really enjoy your videos....I have a 2015 Q50S....If I want to replicate this exact system, buying all the components you listed, what or how do I have the Welder at the shop put it together? What plan do I give him? Im a noob to these things-thank you for your help.
Check out my SCS custom catback video
Will this setup work for a VR30DDTT????? Help?
Yes ruclips.net/video/ySsbxqRLX_w/видео.html
Do I only need one dyno max resonator or 2
2. One for each side
Do you need a tube after this setup you suggested?
The catback itself doesn’t require a tune but test pipes do.
@@SpeedCultureStudios ok. That’s what I thought. Thanks
Thank you for sharing everything with us! Your custom setup sounds soo nice! I’m in the process of buying all the parts and can’t wait to get it installed. Also, do I have to buy two orders of the flanges? Or just one. Sorry if its a dumb question.
Thanks man!
Just one set of flanges! It comes with 2 and that’s all you need
Speed Culture Studios thank you!
I can’t find any flanges can you link it please
So is this catback setup different then the one you have posted on Instagram? I noticed the resonators are a lot closer to the Borla but here they are further away, any particular reason?
Nvm the other g37 is a convertible
I’m interested in how this setup would sound without test pipes on my g37. I want test pipes but there aren’t any tuners in my area. At least not to my knowledge, lol.
It sounds good with stock cats! Not quite as rowdy but still sounds good.
I know this video is old, but a local shop near me told me the flowmaster is better than the borla muffler. He also said it’s just a knock off of the flowmaster muffler. Is that true? Is the flowmaster better? I don’t know who to listen to now lol🤷🏾♂️.
Lol Borla is not a knock off haha Borla is one of the biggest brands in aftermarket exhausts. That dude is an idiot. Flowmaster does not have a comparable muffler. Magnaflow does but it’s slightly smaller and does not do as well with the rasp. There is a reason I chose Borla and nothing else.
@@SpeedCultureStudios thanks. I’m in central Texas(Fort Hood) so yeah idk probably not the best exhaust shops near an army post. He also stated they were using some sorts coated aluminum exhaust. If they’re not using stainless steel pipes should I not even bother?
@@Go0ofygoober Exhaust shops use aluminized steel. It's fine. No need for stainless.
Hey just seen this video and love the set up I’m thinking about getting it for my 2018 3.0t , you think the setup will mess with me installing my downpipes at too ?
Nope. It’ll hold right up. Check out my video specific to the 3.0t
All of this sounds good! Will you do a video with the v8. I have 06 M45 and what will you do to get the best exhaust performance? No offense for all you v6 owners!
I’m not sure how I’d do a video with the v8, but the beauty of the V8 is that it’s hard to make one sound bad. A 2.5” catback is still sufficient for a V8 unless making significantly more power than stock. X pipe to smooth out the tone and straight pipes if you want. Or a couple flowFX resonators to tone it down slightly. That’s all I’d do.
@@SpeedCultureStudios I really appreciate the info. I was lost but now I've found the right combination for a program also
Just got this exact exhaust put on and they put the borla muffler on the back of the car... even with the picture 😞
Idiots. Should still work fine
@@SpeedCultureStudios sounds the same! I was so disappointed like how do you mess that up. Also, Thank you so much for this!
@@rachelholloman1185 it’s weird they did it like that but it is how it would be done on a z so it’s fine
Quick question
Will this make any lights like check engine or anything like that turn on?
Not if you do the catback only.
Man thanks for this video! I've been researching exhaust systems for the last week and a half and for the money was not liking what I was seeing. I have a 15 Q50 3.7 and really like what you've put together. My intentions are to replicate your system with the exception of HFC's in place of test pipes.
That sounds like a good combo man. I think some other guys have done that recently as well.
I just got a 20 q50 and am still kinda new to exhausts and all these mods what does HFC stand for?
@@johnpeterbarrotti-andrade2043 high flow cats, meaning catalytic converters, these will allow your engine to flow more air out and breathe better, will also give you some added sound.
@@sharkfinsoupp are they different than normal cats?
@@johnpeterbarrotti-andrade2043 yes they allow more air to flow out of your exhaust and I believe they will also make the exhaust sound a bit louder/different.
For the Exhaust Flanges link, do I only need a quantity of 1?
Or do I need a set of two?
Flanges come as a set of 2. Just need 1 set
Did you bring the stainless steel pipes to the shop? I have never dealt with a shop before idk if they would have equipment to bend it and all that.
No shop will have exhaust piping
Is it a must to have Test Pipes and High flow cats for this setup, or are those just extras that you personally preferred?
The system was designed with test pipes in mind because rasp is such an issue, but test pipes are definitely not required. Retain cats to stay street legal
So if I dont have the test pipes can I get away with not using the flex pipes?
You don’t need flex pipe but your factory y pipe comes with flex pipe to reduce vibration. Some like to put flex in their custom setup for the same reason. It has nothing to do with test pipes.
I was debating buying a ark grip cat back but I came across your video , I think I saw you comment saying that it can be quiet exhaust system if you don’t have test pipes. I may be mistaken but I’m planning on installing this but wanna see if it will be quiet without the test pipes 😅 if so, what little tweaks would you make to make it sound a little louder/aggressive?
If you have stock cats, it will sound almost stock
Got all the parts besides the borla mufflers. Can the Stillen mufflers be a good replacement?
Different placement. That changes the design of the system
Peter Riggs..Got my cat back exhaust in last week..sounds great.Also new BMS cold air intakes.Not planning to race..but like power feeling..Have 2019 Q50 3.0t.300 HP..what would you recommend next..? Dyno
Supporting mods like tires and suspension or maybe tune
Do you recommend on doing a tune right after this? Or will it run just fine until I set aside money for a tune? Obviously I won't get the benefits from all of this until that's done. Thanks for the vid!
If it’s just the catback you’ll probably be fine. I just would not run test pipes without a tune.
Thanks for watching!!
What are your thoughts on the REMARK exhaust?
For a muffler delete it’s fine, but sort of a waste when you can have a shop do it for $100.
Naman Gupta tho it doesn’t provide any power gains...the sound is nice..minimal drone and the burnt tips look great!
@@alexreinhard6925 How loud is it?
Naman Gupta what’s your insta..I can send some vids
Alex Reinhard @ngupta__17
Good stuff! You know I have been waiting on this video.
Only questions I have: is there test pipes you would recommend over the ones you have? Only asking because your link is out of stock and I'm not sure if maybe one offers a slightly better performance increase over another? Also, you did recommend me to go with a 2.25" setup if torque is my goal...You mind explaining why? Not questioning, just new and learning and haven't found any real reasoning as to why a smaller setup would produce more torque (help my ignorance).
For future content, some ideas I know I would like to know about, I'm sure others would love to hear and gives you quite a few videos to continue on with (my way of helping out for everything you do for the community.)
-Cam shaft upgrades? Just something I was reading about, not even sure if there is an option for the Q50
-lightweight flywheel-I saw you responded to someone else that asked about this, but still maybe an informative video for the majority.
-Billet flex plate-How it works, benefits, etc
-Have you looked into the Traction Concepts LSD? I am SUPER curious about this one as it looks to be an excellent upgrade to acceleration which is all I am REALLY looking for with all the stop and go traffic in Charleston, SC.
I'm sure I have missed some other cool upgrades you haven't talked about, but hopefully some of these are some good video ideas and looking forward to more content.
BTW-Man, I know you don't recommend CAI, but I got a decent deal on the Takeda (I'm sure the Z1 intake and drop ins are just as good, but when I get it tuned and the exhaust build I can let you know the numbers and at least it's more data to compare if nothing else, lol) and with just that and the tires upgraded....Holy hell I love it so much more!
There’s a lot to unpack there man lol! If you got a good deal on a cai go for it! They don’t hurt-I just say as a rule of thumb for the money they aren’t worth it. But I’m always open to a deal!
Cams could be a good idea. I have a friend considering them now for his G but was quoted a ton of labor for install so isn’t sure he is going to do it.
I have looked into LSD-did a video on it awhile back! Might do it down the road. It would be a nice upgrade. I’ve heard some horror stories about the pulley but at the very least my tuner said they have not seen any gains from them. So for $150, the trouble to do the swap, battery trouble and the risk to the engine, I don’t think I’ll do it. These are all worth-while topics I could talk about. Thanks for the ideas!
And yes-2.25” Exhaust will get you better torque numbers with these cars. Check out this video-I give some more details and explanation in it.
ruclips.net/video/EAftIVIgVQU/видео.html
In general, narrower exhaust will get you better torque numbers. Larger exhaust will generally get you slightly better hp numbers at top end but you’ll lose low end torque. It’s why you lose some torque with a muffler delete or an axleback. I pulled a bunch of data from videos online and found a few excellent published dyno tests with various exhaust setups to prove my point. Then I experienced it myself. I made 332.8hp and 284lbs torque with my 2.25” setup. I went to a 2.5” Exhaust and made 333.4 and 276lbs torque. Slight gain in hp and lost torque. The thing that really sucks is that my loss in torque was at 2500 rpm-right when I need it most!
So yes, for these cars with the typical bolt ons, I would go with a 2.25” exhaust.
Which test pipes are out of stock? Manzo? Check out top speed resonated test pipes. They are good as well.
@@SpeedCultureStudios Oh, I didn't realize the 284 was with the 2.25"! I saw those numbers and was, like, I don't know if I wanna change anything, those are pretty damn good! So, very good to know and I will absolutely check the other video. Yeah, the Manzo were last time I checked the link, but was looking at the topspeed from other comments I have seen on other videos, so will do. For sure keep us updated if you find anything about the cams. As far as the ideas, happy to help man! I want to keep getting good content and you to hit your 3k subscriber goal so it's a win/win.
Robert Tam thanks the support! Really appreciate it!
Is this set up louder than just a muffler delete ?
Not if you have factory cats still.
Would this work with a q60 red sport
Yes
Hey I went to a mechanic recently and they said they would charge 800 dollars. Is that anywhere near normal price?
No! Check your IG
Is it loud inside the cabin? Cause I don’t want a lot of drone cruising but I want it decently loud while stepping on the gas.
Little drone from 1800-2200 rpm but not bad. Easily hold conversation.
So I’ve decided to go ahead with stock headers, hfc’s, flowmonster resonators, magnaflow muffler, and 2.5” piping throughout. I got a local muffler shop to quote me $400 for labor for installing everything (including HFC’s and piping provided by them). Any tips on what I should look for after to make sure it’s a quality job done?
Just make sure welds look clean and not all gummed up. And listen for leaks
@@SpeedCultureStudios thanks! what material should they be using for pipes, I think they’re gonna do crush bending but it’s my daily driver I’m not extremely concerned for mandrel I just want some power and sound gains.
Hey man has this cat back thrown any error codes for you?
No, and it should not. Everything is after the cats.
Would this set up work on the 2019 Q50 3.0T ?
Yes, several have done it on the 3.0t already!
Just have to buy the stuff on your links and thats it? Nothing else? Nice btw
Might want to get a set of flanges-the shop should have them, but just in case it’s a good idea. But yeah, pretty simple.
@@SpeedCultureStudios ok thabk you very much
Thanks for the video! This was great! Do you get the crackle and pops with this set up??
You can yes
Speed Culture Studios do I need to do a tune ?
hyperkid2596 For pops yes. Just for installing the Catback, no.
Speed Culture Studios awesome thanks ! I just got my self a q, trying to mod it up. Do u have any suggestions for what time ? I want it to pop and crackle !! Haha
hyperkid2596 not many tune options. Ecutek