Ya bro, soooooo slow....:bangit:
Nismo Headers + Berk Technology B-pipes + Nismo Exhaust = Sweet Setup
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I finally had an opportunity to install my Nismo headers and Berk Technology B-pipes this past Sunday. After helping install 3 sets of headers and removing two it was nice to FINALLY do mine. 
We did the install at my friends AAMCO shop so having access to a lift almost made the install fun! It was so much easier to do it standing up! LOL
The fit and finish of the Berk Technology B-pipes was perfect and mated to the Nismo headers and exhaust perfectly. I wanted a really high quality exhaust system and got it with this combination. Everything is SS, completely flanged and bolted together with SS nuts and bolts for a great fit and zero leaks.
My exhaust was loud before but with the addition of the headers and Berk B-pipes (HFC's) it's REALLY loud now. Drone is more noticeable and it's got a crispy raspy sound up top and at WOT. During highway cruising the headers and HFC's added some noise too. According to my sound meter the headers added 4-9 decibels(db) averaging around 92-96 (db). During WOT runs it jumped to +107 (db's) which is close to the levels of a rock concert.... not good! I plan on adding resonators into the straight section of the Nismo exhaust to help quiet it down and get rid of the raspiness up top.
Performance increased quite a bit once I got my new e-tune loaded. Prior to the new tune it was sluggish and lost power down low. It scoots pretty good now, but I'll need to run a tank of gas or two and let the ECU adjust then run more logs for some fine tuning.
Enjoy the photos!
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I used all new OEM gaskets, hi-temp copper anti-seize for the O2 sensors and threads and high quality SS bolts and OEM nuts. I didn't end up using the copper RTV because the fit was so good and I didn't need the fiber gaskets included with the Berk pipes.
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We drilled a small hole in the heat shield so the O2 sensor connector would be secure for a clean OEM looking install.
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Check out those flanges! Perfect fit!!!
We did the install at my friends AAMCO shop so having access to a lift almost made the install fun! It was so much easier to do it standing up! LOL
The fit and finish of the Berk Technology B-pipes was perfect and mated to the Nismo headers and exhaust perfectly. I wanted a really high quality exhaust system and got it with this combination. Everything is SS, completely flanged and bolted together with SS nuts and bolts for a great fit and zero leaks.
My exhaust was loud before but with the addition of the headers and Berk B-pipes (HFC's) it's REALLY loud now. Drone is more noticeable and it's got a crispy raspy sound up top and at WOT. During highway cruising the headers and HFC's added some noise too. According to my sound meter the headers added 4-9 decibels(db) averaging around 92-96 (db). During WOT runs it jumped to +107 (db's) which is close to the levels of a rock concert.... not good! I plan on adding resonators into the straight section of the Nismo exhaust to help quiet it down and get rid of the raspiness up top.
Performance increased quite a bit once I got my new e-tune loaded. Prior to the new tune it was sluggish and lost power down low. It scoots pretty good now, but I'll need to run a tank of gas or two and let the ECU adjust then run more logs for some fine tuning.
Enjoy the photos!
I used all new OEM gaskets, hi-temp copper anti-seize for the O2 sensors and threads and high quality SS bolts and OEM nuts. I didn't end up using the copper RTV because the fit was so good and I didn't need the fiber gaskets included with the Berk pipes.
We drilled a small hole in the heat shield so the O2 sensor connector would be secure for a clean OEM looking install.
Check out those flanges! Perfect fit!!!
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I'll try and get a sound clip done. It sounds close to (Paul's) 08pro4x2486 truck. From the video the volume level is probably the same but the tone with the Berk Technology b-pipes is different. The trucks I've heard with the Berk's have a "snappier/crispy" sound that's higher pitched with an "exotic" tone no doubt due to the metallic core cat.
The Stillen B-pipes or folks using custom b-pipes with the same ceramic core cat has a more muddled sound. A tad? We need to line up like Pinks and let me get (2 LWB Titan lengths) on you. LOL
I forgot the porting, but I did take off the Nismo headers. Anyone wanna buy a nice Swain Tech coated set of Nismo's? LOL
Oh here we go with the smack talking. LOL At least you won't have to worry about getting your GTO towed home with 3 Titans there. I'm sure all of us would be more than happy to give you a ride at no extra charge.
Don't make me install that M101 super turbo I have in the garage. I'm sure the noise alone will blow your doors off. LMAO!!!! :redblob"
Sounds good Chris! Steve should be getting it registered soon then watch out... the streets of Orlando won't be safe anymore! LOL
Plan On Numerous Trips In Another Car
Sweet I can't wait to take it for a spin. That wasn't a race that was an A$# Whipping!!!
I know I can say this since were buds... You're turning into one of those "other guys" without a Titan talking smack. Don't go M101 on me! LOL Go play on your GTO board.
Sweet I can't wait to take it for a spin. That wasn't a race that was an A$# Whipping!!!
I know I can say this since were buds... You're turning into one of those "other guys" without a Titan talking smack. Don't go M101 on me! LOL Go play on your GTO board.
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