Bear1985 Posted June 29, 2008 Share Posted June 29, 2008 Hey guys. First time poster on the Zoorst board... been raiding the ICE thread for sometime now! Looking to get a new Zoorst for my 54 plate Z. Listened through the "everything350z" zoorst sound clips and the tommy Kaira are to my liking! But is it what I am looking for?! See below! So... Aim: 1. I want a racing sounding zoort (not a particulary loud one like my shitty neighbour in his pug 307 1.4l 0-60 in 3 minutes noisy ****er) but it has to be racy and I love the 'popping' noise it creates. 2. I will be upgrading the Zed to a TT version in approx 6 months time so it has to be able to of high performance to cope with the extra demand. 3. Cost... as always... I have a budget but I would strain past it if it was top notch. I know certain Zoorstz can be expensive and it depends on whether fullsystem etc.... 4. Im not sure whether it will make too much but I am not keen on single exhaust tips. It has to either twin or preferably quad (side by side rather than that weird on top of eachother some people do!) I will be applying a bodykit to the car soon, possibly the Nismo kit, so cutting into the original to house the tip I cant see being an issue at present. If some of you more experience zed masters could give some advice I would be most appreciative. Cheers lads. PS I dont like the Nismo exhaust! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Posted June 29, 2008 Share Posted June 29, 2008 IMO either the APS True Dual, GReddy True Dual or the HKS Hi-power. All 3 have been used on FI cars in the U.S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3FIDDYZ Posted June 29, 2008 Share Posted June 29, 2008 5Zigen!! Kev at Envy is running one on his PE TT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lilsheepshagga_turbo Posted June 29, 2008 Share Posted June 29, 2008 the tommy k exhaust is nice but farely pricey.... as people have said envy are running the 5zigen but its not a true dual so would hinder a tt application....whats the price limit mate or money no object??? -ho Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bear1985 Posted June 29, 2008 Author Share Posted June 29, 2008 Cheers for your quick comments lads. Yeah I did like the 5Zigen exhaust. How much are we looking at? Just youtube'd the HKS Hi-power and it sounds and looks mint. That could be a winner. Just had a wuick browse $1500 from the US dunno bout shipping but any idea for UK costs? Id probably get someone like powerflow to fit the exhaust. That ok? No particular budget about £2000 S&F. But would gladly extend for the right system. I wouldn't necessarily do the exhaust manifold till the Garrett twin turbo is fitted. But open to any ideas! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ekona Posted June 29, 2008 Share Posted June 29, 2008 Why bother changing the exhaust manifolds at all? You'll only have to ditch them when you do the turbo conversion in a few months. Be wary about Youtube videos when choosing exhausts, as they never tell you the whole story. They can tell you tone, but never the actual volume of the exhaust: My own vid of the ESR exhaust will back that up. Any monkey with a spanner can fit an exhaust, so I would simply find the nearest garage you trust to do it. I certainly wouldn't bother going to an exhaust specialist for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bear1985 Posted June 29, 2008 Author Share Posted June 29, 2008 Why bother changing the exhaust manifolds at all? You'll only have to ditch them when you do the turbo conversion in a few months. Be wary about Youtube videos when choosing exhausts, as they never tell you the whole story. They can tell you tone, but never the actual volume of the exhaust: My own vid of the ESR exhaust will back that up. Any monkey with a spanner can fit an exhaust, so I would simply find the nearest garage you trust to do it. I certainly wouldn't bother going to an exhaust specialist for it. I certainly understand the youtube video aspect. My audio setup sounded pants on youtube! haha But without listening to any exhaust 'live' its difficult to tell anyway. I will have to go on you lot expert opinions and do my research! Or happen to have a nice sounding 350z pull up beside me and tell all about his exhaust! unlikely! Haha Reason why I said Powerflow is that they give life time guranntee... not so sure if I supply tho. I'll check it out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lilsheepshagga_turbo Posted June 29, 2008 Share Posted June 29, 2008 well with 2k to play with its simple case of any exhaust out there.... the 5zigen is 795 irc from big phil (currently got one but changing it) tbh my favourite system out there is the amuse systems (getting one) theres 2 available...one stands at 1500 irc and the other just over 2k...very aggressive note aswell the Mines vx pro titan 2 is a good setup iirc 2200 tbh its really a matter of personal taste imho all hks systems sound the same....whether it be the s14 or the z...loud deep roar but if thats your thing then Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bear1985 Posted June 29, 2008 Author Share Posted June 29, 2008 well with 2k to play with its simple case of any exhaust out there.... the 5zigen is 795 irc from big phil (currently got one but changing it) tbh my favourite system out there is the amuse systems (getting one) theres 2 available...one stands at 1500 irc and the other just over 2k...very aggressive note aswell the Mines vx pro titan 2 is a good setup iirc 2200 tbh its really a matter of personal taste imho all hks systems sound the same....whether it be the s14 or the z...loud deep roar but if thats your thing then Ok this is gonna be a noob question - whats IRC. I come across the amuse system and its looks top notch - also at £1500 del. I did the like Mines also. Decision Decision! lol Why are you changing your current system? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GIXXERUK Posted June 29, 2008 Share Posted June 29, 2008 well with 2k to play with its simple case of any exhaust out there.... the 5zigen is 795 irc from big phil (currently got one but changing it) tbh my favourite system out there is the amuse systems (getting one) theres 2 available...one stands at 1500 irc and the other just over 2k...very aggressive note aswell the Mines vx pro titan 2 is a good setup iirc 2200 tbh its really a matter of personal taste imho all hks systems sound the same....whether it be the s14 or the z...loud deep roar but if thats your thing then Ok this is gonna be a noob question - whats IRC. I come across the amuse system and its looks top notch - also at £1500 del. I did the like Mines also. Decision Decision! lol Why are you changing your current system? IIRC - IF I RECALL CORRECTLY Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lilsheepshagga_turbo Posted June 29, 2008 Share Posted June 29, 2008 well im just changing mine because...well i got a good offer from big phil on the amuse and partex of the 5zigen... tbh the main reason im changing is because powerhouse amuse are in my eyes the "best" aftermarket japanese tuning house... they've proven just how good they are with the s2k in the n1 series iirc....also theres a local white 350z to me which is way to similar so im trying to change that as much as poss... if your going the tt route its more beneficial for you to get a true dual mate...it also sounds like your after a premium brand of zaust so it sounds like your stuck on the tommy k or the amuse ie something with a bit of bragging rights (please get the tommy k.. i wanna be special ) the fujitusubo super ti is a quality system aswell -ho Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bear1985 Posted June 29, 2008 Author Share Posted June 29, 2008 Definitly would get a true dual exhuast without question. Anyone find any details of the Tommy K exhuast? Suppliers BigPhil any chance? Is it possible to change the muffler tips or are you limited to whats on offer? Thanks for all your support lads! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3FIDDYZ Posted June 29, 2008 Share Posted June 29, 2008 Tommy K's might not be available anymore, but check japanparts.com for prices.... Mark on the other site fitted a Injen SES 1986TT . True Dual, lovely bit of kit. And sounds amazing... Vids are available... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bear1985 Posted June 29, 2008 Author Share Posted June 29, 2008 £1700 for the kit and then £250 for delivery.... £2000 really + fitting... Should I?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3FIDDYZ Posted June 29, 2008 Share Posted June 29, 2008 For which one? I would take some advice off Kev @ Envy or another tuner esp if your going for TT. I understand that TT changes the engine not considerably so what you have now may jot be what you end up with... I paid £700 odd for my 5zigen, am well happy with the noise and what it does so in my mind that would be still £700 odd from you zorst and then £1200 to spend on other toys like suspension, flywheel, clutch plate, suspension, etc etc that you will need to spend if your doing a TT..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bear1985 Posted June 29, 2008 Author Share Posted June 29, 2008 I just got an email from an american company. HKS Hi power system - $1400 + $550 Express Delivery. Just short of a £1000. But I have been doing some thinking about completely kitting my car out in Tommy Kaira parts, Bodykit etc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bear1985 Posted June 29, 2008 Author Share Posted June 29, 2008 For which one? I would take some advice off Kev @ Envy or another tuner esp if your going for TT. I understand that TT changes the engine not considerably so what you have now may jot be what you end up with... I paid £700 odd for my 5zigen, am well happy with the noise and what it does so in my mind that would be still £700 odd from you zorst and then £1200 to spend on other toys like suspension, flywheel, clutch plate, suspension, etc etc that you will need to spend if your doing a TT..... That was £2000 for the Tommy Kaira exhaust. I assume Tommy K do flyhweel clutch parts etc? That will all be done at the time of the Turbo Conversion + High flow downpipe and water injection Link ECU; bigger injectors uprated reconditioned garrett t3/t4 turbo; uprated external wastegate equal length manifold; external wastegate; uprated sytec fuel pump, exedy twin plate clutch Thicker head gasket, forged pistons; uprated intercooleruprated cams, valve springs, rod bolts, titanium retainers, bearings, uprated valves, head skim + extensive air flow work: Uprated rods, distributor-less ignition system, dry sump conversion Block strengthening work (sleeving), allowing (relatively) high compression and high revs, new inlet manifold to cope with increased flow: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H5 Posted June 30, 2008 Share Posted June 30, 2008 Tommy Kaira would be a bit different in the UK.... Do it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigphil Posted June 30, 2008 Share Posted June 30, 2008 We will soon have a true dual available from 5Zigen can't confirm prices at the moment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bear1985 Posted June 30, 2008 Author Share Posted June 30, 2008 Tommy Kaira would be a bit different in the UK.... Do it! You would say that tho wouldnt you Rob! Haha Im seriously considering it - 21days delivery....The mouse pointer is getting ever so closer to the buy button. Is it secure to order parts from Japan? its from japanparts.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam@Z1auto.com Posted June 30, 2008 Share Posted June 30, 2008 I just got an email from an american company. HKS Hi power system - $1400 + $550 Express Delivery. Just short of a £1000. But I have been doing some thinking about completely kitting my car out in Tommy Kaira parts, Bodykit etc that is insanely overpriced Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bear1985 Posted June 30, 2008 Author Share Posted June 30, 2008 I just got an email from an american company. HKS Hi power system - $1400 + $550 Express Delivery. Just short of a £1000. But I have been doing some thinking about completely kitting my car out in Tommy Kaira parts, Bodykit etc that is insanely overpriced Its $1400 on your website too.... Do you mean the delivery costs? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digsy Posted June 30, 2008 Share Posted June 30, 2008 I just got an email from an american company. HKS Hi power system - $1400 + $550 Express Delivery. Just short of a £1000. But I have been doing some thinking about completely kitting my car out in Tommy Kaira parts, Bodykit etc that is insanely overpriced Do you mean the delivery? The exhaust itself seems to be the same price on your site. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bear1985 Posted June 30, 2008 Author Share Posted June 30, 2008 I just got an email from an american company. HKS Hi power system - $1400 + $550 Express Delivery. Just short of a £1000. But I have been doing some thinking about completely kitting my car out in Tommy Kaira parts, Bodykit etc that is insanely overpriced Do you mean the delivery? The exhaust itself seems to be the same price on your site. +1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3FIDDYZ Posted June 30, 2008 Share Posted June 30, 2008 Have ordered from Japanparts before. didnt have any issues. If you can be arsed, get a quote from DHL to pick up the zorst on your behalf.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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