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Old Apr 1, 2004, 05:08 PM   #1
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Downpipe thread

Well, I have been comparing downpipes here lately. Trying to find a good one but also not throwing $$$ away. I have seen lots of reviews and for the most part, heard nothing but good things about nearly everyone on this list. Here is some of the info I have gathered thus far. Let's compile more so everyone can benefit.

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SP Engineering - $279 @ MVP Motorsports

-Bolts to stock cat
-3" SS
-Retains stock dp hangers



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Tanabe - $279 @ MVP

-70MM SS
-Has welded EGT probe (w/ cap)



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Megan Racing - $150 @ Elite Performance Racing

-3" SS
-Flex section



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RMR - $309 @ MVP and LancerShop

-3" SS
-Retains stock dp hangers
-Bolts to stock cat
-Does not clear lower tie bars



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Perrin - $300 @ Vivid

-3" SS
-Wastegate diverter
-Bolts to stock cat
-1 year warranty
-Clears lower tie bars
-Retains stock dp hangers

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AMS - $299 @ AMS

-3" SS
-Retains stock dp hangers
-Does not bolt to stock cat




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HKS - $330 @ Vivid

-2.5" (65MM) SS
-Clears lower tie bars
-Retains stock dp hangers



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JIC - $230 @ Boost Solutions

-SS



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JIC Spec 90 - $219 @ Intense Motorsports




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XS Race - $219 @ Intense Motorsports

-3" SS



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B&B - $310 @ Boost Solutions

-3" SS



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Buschur - $225 @ Buschur

-2.5" SS
-Bolts to stock cat
-Weighs 6.5 lbs
-Clears lower tie bars

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Buschur - $300 @ Buschur

-3" SS
-Does not bolt to stock cat
-Clears lower tie bars



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Helix - $265 @ LancerShop

-3" (76MM) SS
-Bolts to stock cat
-Clears lower tie bars (may need spacers?)
-2 yr warranty



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Turbo XS - $299 @ Mach V and Nino's

-3" SS
-Bolts to stock cat
-Retains stock dp hangers
-Weighs 7.6lbs



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Lancer Shop - $185 @ LancerShop

-3" SS
-Flex section



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Hayward & Scott - $393 @ Rally Performance

-25 yr warranty

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RnR - $295 @ RnR Racing

-3" SS
-Flex section
-Includes spacers for tie bars




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RnR O2 Eliminator - $395 @ RnR Racing

-3" SS
-Removes O2 sensor housing
-Flex section



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Ultimate Racing - $275 @ Ultimate Racing

-2.5" SS
-Flex section



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Ultimate Racing - $325 @ Ultimate Racing

-3" SS
-Flex section
-Clears lower tie bars



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Vishnu - $675 @ Vishnu

-3" SS
-Comes w/ hi flow cat
-Flex section
-Retains stock dp hangers
-Transfer case bracket



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Works - $479 @ Works

-70MM SS
-Ceramic coating inside and out
-Bolts to factory cat
-Clears lower tie bars



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Apexi - $341.25 @ Bullet Proof Auto

-GT Spec (SS)
-Contact BP for more info, may not fit EVO 8



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Cruise - $468 @ Bullet Proof

-Contact BP for more info, may not fit EVO 8



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Fujitsubo - $292.50 @ Bullet Proof

-Contact BP for more info, may not fit EVO 8



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J Speed High Power - $751.40 @ Bullet Proof

-Contact BP for more info, may not fit EVO 8



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J Speed Super - $486.20 @ Bullet Proof

-Aluminum?
-Contact BP for more info, may not fit EVO 8



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Kakimoto - $395.20 @ Bullet Proof

-Contact BP for more info, may not fit EVO 8



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Mines - $353.60 @ Bullet Proof

-Contact BP for more info, may not fit EVO 8



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Monster Sport - $418 @ Bullet Proof

-Contact BP for more info, may not fit EVO 8



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Rigid - $507 @ Bullet Proof

-Contact BP for more info, may not fit EVO 8
-65MM



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RS-R - $321.75 @ Bullet Proof

-Contact BP for more info, may not fit EVO 8



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3 1/2 hours later, I think that is all (or nearly) of them. Hopefully this will help us narrow down our decisions, or at least put everything in better perspective.
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Old Apr 1, 2004, 05:57 PM   #2
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Great job! I bought the turbo xs dp with many months of research on others. It's being put on tomorrow w/ the hks 30th. I'll respond with fitment and sound tomorrow
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Old Apr 1, 2004, 06:02 PM   #3
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Old Apr 1, 2004, 11:24 PM   #4
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gonna buy the RMR downpipe and Lower Arm Brace this weekend...
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Buschur 2.5 - $225

"This is our 2.5" downpipe upgrade for the EVO8. This downpipe will work with the stock catalytic converter. Mandrel bent stainless steel construction. Weighs only 6.5lbs. Retains stock lower tie bars. "
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one more

Buschur 2.5 - $225

"This is our 2.5" downpipe upgrade for the EVO8. This downpipe will work with the stock catalytic converter. Mandrel bent stainless steel construction. Weighs only 6.5lbs. Retains stock lower tie bars. "
It's on there, 2 above from the Helix DP. It just doesn't have a pic.
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Old Apr 2, 2004, 07:18 AM   #7
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Very nice post. Thank you!!!
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nice collection - thanks!
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Old Apr 2, 2004, 09:52 AM   #9
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Nice job, I already have the full B&B 3" turboback, but this is a great thread with tons of useful information.

This thread will probably be stickied, but if it isn't, can you lovely mods do so?
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It's on there, 2 above from the Helix DP. It just doesn't have a pic.
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Can someone tell me if the Buschur 3inch DP clears the tie-bars without spacers or any other modification. Thanks!
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Can someone tell me if the Buschur 3inch DP clears the tie-bars without spacers or any other modification. Thanks!
Yes it does.
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well great post! Which one is the best for the money. Any suggestions ?Thanks
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From what I have heard, the Helix DP gets lots of praise and is affordable. The Megan Racing DP ($150) seems like a fair deal, and I have heard good things about it also. I am talking w/ Andy @ Boost Solutions about the JIC and the Tanabe DP comes w/ an EGT probe, which is a nice feature.

I honestly have heard nothing but good things about most of them, so take what I have said w/a grain of salt...
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nice post!

i've got the ultimate racing 3" downpipe with thermal wrap. high quality shiz. i'd recommend it
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