S2000 Modifications and Parts Discussions about aftermarket products and parts including reviews, information and opinion.

OEM-like performance exhaust

Thread Tools
 
Old 11-23-2016, 02:48 PM
  #1  

Thread Starter
 
Mugen_is_best's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: SoCal
Posts: 907
Received 20 Likes on 16 Posts
Default OEM-like performance exhaust

I wish there was an exhaust manufacturer that would create an exhaust that sounds like oem, retains the twin-loop design, but made from higher grade stainless that would cut down weight. Am I crazy in believing others out there want this too?
Old 11-23-2016, 04:08 PM
  #2  

 
zeroptzero's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Ontario Canada
Posts: 25,359
Received 3,361 Likes on 2,444 Posts
Default

While the oem exhaust is a pretty efficient well engineered design, it basically has no sound. It is made of stainless steel so that is pretty good, you would need to go to a titanium copy of it to save weight, so not likely to find anything like that.

I don't know of any twin loop exhausts, but the Fuji provides weight savings with somewhat of an OEM style exhaust, which would be your best bet. The Mugen exhaust would be a good substitute too with perhaps a bit more sound than the Fuji.
Old 11-23-2016, 04:11 PM
  #3  

 
zeroptzero's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Ontario Canada
Posts: 25,359
Received 3,361 Likes on 2,444 Posts
Default

Fujitsubo provides weight savings with somewhat of an OEM style exhaust, which would be your best bet, pretty close to OEM sound, I don't know of any twin loop exhausts but the Fuji hits on all requirements you listed.
Old 11-23-2016, 04:48 PM
  #4  

 
noodels's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2013
Location: Norfolk UK
Posts: 5,316
Received 344 Likes on 321 Posts
Default

Got an OBX twinloop on my Civic VTI <fake Mugen>

Thought about welding x2 on the S2000 but pipework does not allow ,shame they very light..
Found one but have no sound atm,is it nice ?

Last edited by noodels; 11-23-2016 at 04:55 PM.
Old 11-23-2016, 05:08 PM
  #5  

 
zeroptzero's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Ontario Canada
Posts: 25,359
Received 3,361 Likes on 2,444 Posts
Default

Originally Posted by noodels
Got an OBX twinloop on my Civic VTI <fake Mugen>

Thought about welding x2 on the S2000 but pipework does not allow ,shame they very light..
Found one but have no sound atm,is it nice ?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QXTMDk-B4FM
I had an authentic Mugen twin-loop on my 1999 Civic SiR (DOHC 1.6 8k rpm) and I loved it.
Old 11-27-2016, 04:05 PM
  #6  

 
noodels's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2013
Location: Norfolk UK
Posts: 5,316
Received 344 Likes on 321 Posts
Default

I like this
https://www.s2ki.com/forums/seller-f...n-vitt-962050/
Old 11-28-2016, 05:25 AM
  #7  

 
NH_s2k_Guy's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Hooksett, New Hampshire
Posts: 13,505
Received 30 Likes on 25 Posts
Default

I've had the Nvidia Q300 on my S for years. Similar design to OEM with a little more sound but not obnoxious or coffee-can-like.
Old 12-13-2016, 10:58 PM
  #8  

Thread Starter
 
Mugen_is_best's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: SoCal
Posts: 907
Received 20 Likes on 16 Posts
Default

Originally Posted by zeroptzero
I had an authentic Mugen twin-loop on my 1999 Civic SiR (DOHC 1.6 8k rpm) and I loved it.
I had one too on my em1; awesome exhaust! I personally think that 4 bangers don't produce a very pleasant exhaust note. I think Honda engines are all about the induction noise. I also prefer to have a civilized decibel level so I can carry conversation, as well as avoid unwanted attention.

I've considered the Mugen and the Fujitsubo. The Mugen is the most appealing, aside from its straight-thru design appearance. I've been waiting for a used one to pop up on the forums, but not much luck. The Fujitsubo is also a good alternative, but I don't like the way it looks much either. Who knows, maybe I'll do a Fujitsubo and just weld the factory tips onto it.
Old 12-14-2016, 07:41 PM
  #9  
Registered User

 
daileyboy81's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2014
Location: Bowling Green, KY
Posts: 100
Received 4 Likes on 4 Posts
Default

Tanabe Medallion Touring hands down. I don;t run it put just ever so slightly louder than OEM and looks nicer.
Old 12-14-2016, 08:48 PM
  #10  

Thread Starter
 
Mugen_is_best's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: SoCal
Posts: 907
Received 20 Likes on 16 Posts
Default

For me, the main factor is the weight reduction an aftermarket exhaust provides. I would be completely happy with the oem exhaust- on a diet. The Mugen would provide the greatest weight loss, but at the greatest expense. The Fujitsubo and Tanabe would provide slightly less decrease in weight, but at a better price point. decisions decisions...


Quick Reply: OEM-like performance exhaust



All times are GMT -8. The time now is 10:58 AM.