PhiDeltBee

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So there has been many many threads concerning exhaust sounds, drone, volume, etc... I have had the opportunity to test out many different setups and I believe I have finally past the finish line. Here are videos from start to finish on my journey:


Stock Exhaust:




Deleted 2nd Cats only:




Deleted 2nd Cats and Mufflers:



PPE Headers with deleted 2nd cats and mufflers:



PPE Headers with deleted 2nd cats (stock mufflers back on the car):
See video 2...sounds identical to deleted 2nd cats only. I didn't even video it as it pretty much sounds stock.


PPE Headers with PTS Joe Z Exhaust (sorry my little girl got excited ):



I really like the Joe Z Exhaust and it is VERY loud in conjunction with the headers. It does drone about the same amount as the deleted 2nd cats and mufflers mod. It's livable, but I can definitely see why people would go with the Borla first (and I haven't heard it). I believe the volume is louder now than the deleted mod, but the drone is about the same. It will rattle the interior. I'm a happy camper with this setup and must say the quality of the Joe Z is an A+! Outstanding craftsmanship. In conclusion, the car sounds like a beast and will without a doubt turn heads, but it's not obnoxious like the headers with basically straight pipes. I hope this comparison helps some of you out!

jdm_altzza

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Very nice set up... Joez exhaust & PPE headers make a great match! Thanks for sharing...

ISFPOWER

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thanks for this detailed thread. im excited to get mine installed. the denso sensors should be here any day now.

PhiDeltBee

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I DO have a question though.... Does anyone else notice a sort of BOV sound in the exhaust when revving it up?

CK9887

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Any videos with Headers with deleted cats and deleted mufflers?

PhiDeltBee

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4th video down in the first post is just that. Here's a few more

PhiDeltBee

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And trust me, you don't want to go that route.

VtotheJ

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It does sound like a BOV, I've heard in person....nice comparison vids, thanks for sharing guy!

robbys3m3

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Awesome post! Glad you are happy with your setup now

PhiDeltBee

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Rob, I believe you need to update your sig.

Cb815

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You wouldn't happen to have any video with interior ride with joez setup?

LexusNN

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Oh my Goodness, that setup sounds so perfect. Thanks for the great videos and comparisons.

PhiDeltBee

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Not yet as I just put it on last night. Hopefully, I can get some over the weekend.

pep71

Very nice set up...thanks for sharing.

I am in the market for a exhaust change on mine....this is really loud!!! But tyhen again, wow!

ISFGEORGE

sounds great with headers and JoeZ exhaust.