Nismo Headers + Berk Technology B-pipes + Nismo Exhaust = Sweet Setup

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gary748

Discussion Starter · Apr 15, 2011 (Edited)

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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!

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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gweasel77

· #81 · May 3, 2011

They are 2.25", Sean.

2005 NISSAN TITAN SE KC
UP/REV (RB's TUNED)
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toofast4u

· #82 · May 21, 2011

gary748 said:
Hopefully I'll get some pre and post resonator videos up. I also got a used front section of the Nismo exhaust to play with. I may have the shop fabricate it to incorporate an x-pipe.

I know the good old times! I may have to get another sports car just to keep up with you. Glad you're having fun again my friend. You deserve it after all the sacrifices last year!!!

Any update on the videos? Are you in the Winter Park area? If so, I think I saw your truck and it's bada$#!!!! I love the sound and the wheels!

O-FiveCC

· #83 · May 22, 2011

So toofast, who are you too-fast for? We can run if you want!!! Gary's truck is sick, we had it up on a lift yesterday, and man that is sick set-up....and its VERY loud

pinoytitan

· #84 · May 26, 2011

im bringing the pain back home!! Gary, you had the place held down while i was gone... now its time for me to come back and dominate the titan world!!!! bwahahaha!!!! <-- gay.

PAPARYNO

· #85 · May 26, 2011

no way pinyo.. I'm coming back to life as well and will be ready soon..i have some new additions also :thedevil:

gary748

Discussion Starter · #86 · May 26, 2011

toofast4u said:
Any update on the videos? Are you in the Winter Park area? If so, I think I saw your truck and it's bada$#!!!! I love the sound and the wheels!

Thanks man. Yes, I frequent that area.

pinoytitan said:
im bringing the pain back home!! Gary, you had the place held down while i was gone... now its time for me to come back and dominate the titan world!!!! bwahahaha!!!! <-- gay.

I don't remember you ever giving anyone any pain except the Relentless Turbo Titan! :hahano:

Should be a fun race between us. Travel safe my friend. Oh, Steve gave me a ride in the GTO and it's sick! Sounds good too with just a muffler delete.

O-FiveCC

· #87 · May 27, 2011 (Edited)

Gary, thanks for the compliment on the GTO, but you don't have too lie lol. With the extra passenger and the extreme heat, that thing felt slower then sh*t. I'll give you a better ride next time. I'll show you how it handles and stuff. I was VERY out of it that day. Only like 4 hours sleep

Paul, when you running a 13.7?? I've been waiting...Will my 13.73 be the best Titan header/tune only Florida time in history? Time will tell=)=)....Paul, track is only open Friday. I REALLY want to race you to see what the difference is between my new car and how my old truck performed

O-FiveCC

· #88 · May 27, 2011

Oh snap, i didn't realize paparyno was in FL...Granted 4 hrs away, but still!!!! Papa, whats your best Nitrous time?

pinoytitan

· #89 · May 27, 2011

i can't make the track friday. i am leaving friday to head off to my permanent duty station. wednesday is my only day i could really hang out with the TITAN crew!!

WIKEDVK

· #90 · May 27, 2011

O-FiveCC said:
Gary, thanks for the compliment on the GTO, but you don't have too lie lol. With the extra passenger and the extreme heat, that thing felt slower then sh*t. I'll give you a better ride next time. I'll show you how it handles and stuff. I was VERY out of it that day. Only like 4 hours sleep. I'll ride you a little longer and you can see how smooth it rides. Hopefully if me you and Paul hit the track Friday, it will be a better chance for a ride out on Hwy. 50.

Paul, when you running a 13.7?? I've been waiting...Will my 13.73 be the best Titan header/tune only Florida time in history? Time will tell=)=)....Paul, track is only open Friday. I REALLY want to race you to see what the difference is between my new car and how my old truck performed

I'll ride you a little longer and you can see how smooth it rides. Hopefully if me you and Paul hit the track Friday, it will be a better chance for a ride out on Hwy. 50.

that sounds so gay..hahahahaha

08crewcab

· #91 · May 27, 2011

^ LOL:imwithstu

O-FiveCC

· #92 · May 27, 2011

Dammit, post edited...you don't even post except to say how gay my post sounds lol

gary748

Discussion Starter · #93 · May 27, 2011

firelife25 said:
I'll ride you a little longer and you can see how smooth it rides. Hopefully if me you and Paul hit the track Friday, it will be a better chance for a ride out on Hwy. 50.

that sounds so gay..hahahahaha

LOL... too funny Mike! Seriously though, Steve's GTO is sweet and even though to him it was slow that day it still felt quick to me. He's gotta get some headers on there to get rid of the mismatched manifolds. Gotta love having access to a lift!

SmokeT07

· #94 · Jul 16, 2012

O-FiveCC said:
Those headers look familiar!!! LOL, very nice set-up, sorry I couldnt make it...You have one of the nicest and most expensive/rarest exhaust set-up know to man for the Titan. In fact, I bet your 1 of 1 with that exhaust! Looks amazing man! Oh don't worry, we'll be doing more headers

What would yall charge on a header install. Long tubes obviously

JauntyBishop

· #95 · Jul 16, 2012

Does anyone have a picture of the nismo mufflers looking inside. I'm wondering what they are made out of inside, or packed with ceramic or fiberglass etc...

Those Nismos sound awesome. Just wish they sold the mufflers as a pair, separate from the catback system.

gary748

Discussion Starter · #96 · Jul 16, 2012

SmokeT07 said:
What would yall charge on a header install. Long tubes obviously

We don't really do the installs anymore, but I'll send you a PM to get some info from you.

MilenkoGT said:
Does anyone have a picture of the nismo mufflers looking inside. I'm wondering what they are made out of inside, or packed with ceramic or fiberglass etc...

Those Nismos sound awesome. Just wish they sold the mufflers as a pair, separate from the catback system.

The Nismo's defininitly have a very unique sound. Add in headers to the mix and quality b-pipes and it's even louder. I don't have a photo but the inside looks like a free flowing resonator. Pretty sure it's packed with fiberglass...

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JauntyBishop

· #97 · Jul 16, 2012

SmokeT07 said:
What would yall charge on a header install. Long tubes obviously

I would say judging from the way this thread was going earlier....

A reach around or a good ride and a case a of beer might be all you need for an install lol!

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pinoytitan

· #98 · Jul 17, 2012

Dang, this post is still going? LOL

O-FiveCC

· #99 · Jul 17, 2012

gary748 said:
We don't really do the installs anymore, but I'll send you a PM to get some info from you.

Who doesn't do install's? Come on Gary, as long as it's a 2wd, it's a breeze! I could use some more mod money, haha.

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SmokeT07

· #100 · Jul 17, 2012

O-FiveCC said:
Who doesn't do install's? Come on Gary, as long as it's a 2wd, it's a breeze! I could use some more mod money, haha.

Just go easy on me.. Lol and of course ill supply the booze

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