350Z exhaust tone
09-16-2003, 08:54 PM
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350Z exhaust tone
Since this is my first post, I'd like to say thanks to everyone for all the great information. I become a first time Nissan owner about 6 months ago. This forum has served me well; rewire fog lights, Injen CAI, strut bar, etc.
I would now like to increase the exhaust note a tad bit. I really like the sound of the 350Z. In fact, I would like for my car to sound like it. What after market exhaust system would make my car sound like the 350Z's setup? Or can I install a 350Z exhaust on my 03 Maxima (auto) - single exit of course? Opinions and suggestions are welcome.
Thanks in advance, Tony
I would now like to increase the exhaust note a tad bit. I really like the sound of the 350Z. In fact, I would like for my car to sound like it. What after market exhaust system would make my car sound like the 350Z's setup? Or can I install a 350Z exhaust on my 03 Maxima (auto) - single exit of course? Opinions and suggestions are welcome.
Thanks in advance, Tony
09-16-2003, 10:25 PM
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Originally Posted by jeremysride2000
remove your stock resonator and replace it with a pipe... it will increase the sound a little so it will have a nice growl to it at WOT but quiet when you are cruising down the interstate.
just something to think about, Sorry
09-16-2003, 10:54 PM
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Originally Posted by ÀÜSSÎË
If something where to happen and you needed to take the vehicle in for service, they are sure to notice this and may not do warranty work,
just something to think about, Sorry
just something to think about, Sorry
09-16-2003, 11:14 PM
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Originally Posted by kloogy
Thats not true, I have a full cat back , straight pipe intake , full suspension and a lot of other stuff , and even used to have y pipe . I have had many warranty issues taken care of at my local dealer.
mmmmmmmmm, don't **** around punk
09-17-2003, 09:48 AM
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Originally Posted by ÀÜSSÎË
If something where to happen and you needed to take the vehicle in for service, they are sure to notice this and may not do warranty work,
just something to think about, Sorry
just something to think about, Sorry
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09-17-2003, 12:08 PM
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Originally Posted by jeremysride2000
remove your stock resonator and replace it with a pipe... it will increase the sound a little so it will have a nice growl to it at WOT but quiet when you are cruising down the interstate.
09-17-2003, 12:11 PM
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Powertech, Greddy, ect. are all just straight through "rice boy" mufflers. If you want to make your 3.5L sound really good, go with a chambered muffler, such as a flowmaster 40 series. Get a 2.5" b-pipe and a 40 series muffler for starters and you should be set.
Or if you wanna be a pioneer and do a Camaro dual setup, go with an 80 series, transverse muffler and run a pipe around the tire well. I'm not sure 5th gens can do this though, since theres soo much crap down in the way.
Or if you wanna be a pioneer and do a Camaro dual setup, go with an 80 series, transverse muffler and run a pipe around the tire well. I'm not sure 5th gens can do this though, since theres soo much crap down in the way.
09-17-2003, 12:47 PM
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In my opinion i think the 350's is a little to tame sounding, its got nice notes but just not strong enough. my dad is thinking about buying one and even he says that it would have to go. But it is an improvement over our sound
09-17-2003, 01:05 PM
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Originally Posted by jeremysride2000
remove your stock resonator and replace it with a pipe... it will increase the sound a little so it will have a nice growl to it at WOT but quiet when you are cruising down the interstate.
09-17-2003, 01:41 PM
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Originally Posted by maximadave
Thats what I'd like to do. Just cut out the resonator and replace it with a pipe or all new piping from the cat to the oem muffler? Any idea how much?
09-17-2003, 02:49 PM
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Originally Posted by maximadave
Thats what I'd like to do. Just cut out the resonator and replace it with a pipe or all new piping from the cat to the oem muffler? Any idea how much?
09-17-2003, 03:39 PM
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Originally Posted by Cutlr7
Craig you have some serious issues
my 3.0 v6 sounds like a 5.0 V8, even deeper. All I had to do was sprinkle a little pixie dust in my intake manifold and click my heels twice and all of a sudden my engine deepened....and burbled louder...and LOUDER....until my car roared like a 5.Slow built mustang.
09-17-2003, 04:01 PM
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Originally Posted by maximadave
Thats what I'd like to do. Just cut out the resonator and replace it with a pipe or all new piping from the cat to the oem muffler? Any idea how much?
09-17-2003, 05:37 PM
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All your answers about HKS vs Greddy Evo here......... http://forums.maxima.org/showthread....32#post2336332
09-17-2003, 05:57 PM
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Originally Posted by LithiuMax
The Powertech muffler that I just put on has an awesome exhaust note. The only downside is that it drones slightly at ~70mph, but I can live with that. It is a very deep and nice sound.
Dave
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09-18-2003, 08:55 AM
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My 350's exhaust sounds like the 350Z. Maybe you could get a 350Z and then you'd have the same note.
As for aftermarket setups, I haven't heard one that is similar, but I'd have to think along these lines:
The 350Z has 2 exhaust routes, one for each bank. So that means that the volume is 50% of what the Maxima would be. Secondly, you'd have to find who made the 350Z muffler (DaveB?) and see if they make them available aftermarket at a cheaper price than Nissan sells them for. Then go get it installed.
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Visit a local junkyard and buy a 350Z muffler from them. Install it and enjoy. Sell your old muffler. Do not throw it away.
As for aftermarket setups, I haven't heard one that is similar, but I'd have to think along these lines:
The 350Z has 2 exhaust routes, one for each bank. So that means that the volume is 50% of what the Maxima would be. Secondly, you'd have to find who made the 350Z muffler (DaveB?) and see if they make them available aftermarket at a cheaper price than Nissan sells them for. Then go get it installed.
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Visit a local junkyard and buy a 350Z muffler from them. Install it and enjoy. Sell your old muffler. Do not throw it away.
09-18-2003, 10:00 AM
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Originally Posted by studman
My 350's exhaust sounds like the 350Z. Maybe you could get a 350Z and then you'd have the same note.
As for aftermarket setups, I haven't heard one that is similar, but I'd have to think along these lines:
The 350Z has 2 exhaust routes, one for each bank. So that means that the volume is 50% of what the Maxima would be. Secondly, you'd have to find who made the 350Z muffler (DaveB?) and see if they make them available aftermarket at a cheaper price than Nissan sells them for. Then go get it installed.
-or-
Visit a local junkyard and buy a 350Z muffler from them. Install it and enjoy. Sell your old muffler. Do not throw it away.
As for aftermarket setups, I haven't heard one that is similar, but I'd have to think along these lines:
The 350Z has 2 exhaust routes, one for each bank. So that means that the volume is 50% of what the Maxima would be. Secondly, you'd have to find who made the 350Z muffler (DaveB?) and see if they make them available aftermarket at a cheaper price than Nissan sells them for. Then go get it installed.
-or-
Visit a local junkyard and buy a 350Z muffler from them. Install it and enjoy. Sell your old muffler. Do not throw it away.
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