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2.5 test pipe with cutout vs. enthuza 2.5 Turbo racer

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Old 05-13-2009, 11:00 AM
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So im debating between 2 exhaust options. First off, I have a 2.5 inch begi downpipe stock exhaust currently. So i was thinking of getting a 2.5 inch test pipe from enthuza and having one of these welded into it.

https://shop.quicktimeperformance.co...ct_detail&p=24

I like the idea of having a really quiet exhaust stock and then being able to open it up whenever i feel like.

price breakdown:

cutout- $215 + not sure about shipping
test pipe- $50 + shipping
so around $265-290 ish

My other option is the enthuza 2.5 inch turbo racer exhaust. the benefit of this would be that it would be a full 2.5 inch plus wouldnt be nearly as loud as the open cut-out. the only downside is the price and the fact that it wont be as quiet as stock exhaust with closed cut-out

price breakdown:
Exhaust- $378 + actual shipping
test pipe- $50 + shipping
so around $420-450 ish

So for almost $200 in savings, im leaning toward the cutout route. Anyone have any advice or have a preference?
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I love my 2.5 Enthuza. What I have is the SS Turbo Racer and a test pipe and it really isn't that loud. This is my dd as well.
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How much boost are you running? A 2.5" system will not be too loud for a daily driver. I would be worried about tuning the car with the stock exhaust then being lean or overboosting with the cutout open.
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The Turbo racer exhaust is not loud. Its aggressive when accelerating but quiet at cruise. I like it.



This i with a stock cat in place.

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Originally Posted by Enthuza
How much boost are you running? A 2.5" system will not be too loud for a daily driver. I would be worried about tuning the car with the stock exhaust then being lean or overboosting with the cutout open.
im planning under 10 psi. maybe 8 or 9 psi. i think i would have to tune it with the cutout open so when im hard on the car, the cutout will be open anyways and will be properly tuned for it. i could be wrong though
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