JDKane527

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I'm debating which exhaust setup to get on an IS250. Performance gains will not be the deciding factor, since they both are ~10 whp at most. I'm mostly looking at differences in midrange power, sound quality, build quality, and what will pass a smog test.

I like the Tanabe because it is not overly loud, but am looking to throw the Megan on it so that it loses the drone, yet it will be even louder.
I like the JoeZ because the sound is fairly quiet, but sounds mean, and can be loud when wanted to be.

So yeah, what do you guys think? Any opinions or flames welcome!

DoTheDrew

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joez.......

SeOuLiS250

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I don't think any of your choice will pass the Smog Test (but correct me if I'm wrong)
sound wise, Tanabe plus Megan midpipe sounds GREAT I used to have it
and JoeZ also sounds good. My friend has it~!
so it is really up to your personal taste.

iSuxeL

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JoeZ unless you like drone

Hands down!

MothIS

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JoeZ, I plan on getting that myself

SeOuLiS250

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the drone goes away when you get the megan midpipe FYI

IS25Heaven

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Im sure they both sound awesome, its all up to your ears.

JDKane527

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Of the two, which is the quieter one?

iSuxeL

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I have the RACE version of the JoeZ so I can't say on the STREET version. Best way to sum up my exhaust is, sound on demand power through band!

uaaction

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how is the race version on the Joez do u feel the gain you should post a video of ur exhaust and the sound i wanna get one but is the f-sport better? in power

JDKane527

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joez is better in power, fsport is only axleback, joez is catback
sound, not sure haha

iSuxeL

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Sound will NEVER be the same on a video.

JDKane527

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So even street version with cats still on won't pass emissions?

EyeEss

How much louder will I be with Megan mid pipe since I have Tanabe? The Tanabe is damn near silent, I have more noise coming out of my engine than I have coming out of my exhaust. I want a little more pep in my step and a few more hp. Also, will I pass emissions with the Megan mid pipe and will it throw off Check engine light? Can someone link me to best place to buy it?

Also, following installation, would I be able to fit the stock equipment in my trunk? Or would I be S.O.L.?

Lets Drive

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A sniff test won't be an issue. It still retains the primary cats, and contains two CARB certified hi-flow units.