Dirty Dan Build

[Crisisballer17]

Any drone?

None to note yet. I haven't driven it but for a few minutes so far.

 

[Crisisballer17]

May need a video of the sound!

I have to figure out how to upload a short video. I tried earlier and it said the file was too big.

 

[boosted_st]

I have to figure out how to upload a short video. I tried earlier and it said the file was too big.

You could host it on youtube and link to it if anything. I'm interested to know if this has drone on slight load when cruising. I had an MBRP system on my Focus ST since it had the deepest tone (my preference) and there was a bit at certain RPM's. But overall it was a nice system.

 

[Crisisballer17]

Let's see if this works.

 

[Crisisballer17]

You could host it on youtube and link to it if anything. I'm interested to know if this has drone on slight load when cruising. I had an MBRP system on my Focus ST since it had the deepest tone (my preference) and there was a bit at certain RPM's. But overall it was a nice system.

Just uploaded and shared. Very minimal drone at cruising speeds, almost negligible. It truly comes alive in the upper RPM's, which is where I now prefer to hear my exhaust notes in my mid life years. Lol. I love the system. Great investment.

 

[Lightning Struck]

I like it!!

 

[LTR COLA]

Mbrp sounds great!!!, just did dual port turbosmart bov, the little wiring pigtail that is on it was assembled poorly, and when I went to zip tie it after install the pig tail came out of plug, and the wire loom came apart, I am sure I just got a bad one. But when you do your bov, just treat the wire pigtail very delicate

 

[LTR COLA]

Hows the exhaust working out after feels on the road? Mine is still 5 to 7 weeks out. Have you noticed any performance xhanges? Or just sound?

 

[Crisisballer17]

Hows the exhaust working out after feels on the road? Mine is still 5 to 7 weeks out. Have you noticed any performance xhanges? Or just sound?

The exhaust system sounds great still. Just finished a 1,500 mile road trip with no complaints. Minor drone at certain RPM bands.

The only thing I'll say is, the (8) exhaust clamps that came with the system were very poorly constructed. I assume due to the current market availability of more premium type products. They did not snug the piping well enough and there was movement, especially around the x pipe, that caused rattling between the x pipe hanger and the chassis at lower RPM/idle.

I replaced all of the hangers with much better built polished stainless steel pieces. Cost me roughly $100 out of pocket for new clamps, but well worth it.

That being said, I'm very happy with the system so far.

 

[Crisisballer17]

$20ish dollar investment. Well worth it for a subtle, but much nicer look.

 

[LTR COLA]

The exhaust system sounds great still. Just finished a 1,500 mile road trip with no complaints. Minor drone at certain RPM bands.

The only thing I'll say is, the (8) exhaust clamps that came with the system were very poorly constructed. I assume due to the current market availability of more premium type products. They did not snug the piping well enough and there was movement, especially around the x pipe, that caused rattling between the x pipe hanger and the chassis at lower RPM/idle.

I replaced all of the hangers with much better built polished stainless steel pieces. Cost me roughly $100 out of pocket for new clamps, but well worth it.

That being said, I'm very happy with the system so far.

Thank you very much for your update. The info is much appreciated. I will look out for clamping issues. Have a great day!

 

[Crisisballer17]

Steeda rear sway bar and strut tower brace ordered......

Also, Vvivid XPO carbon fiber vinyl wrap arriving today for partial hood/side mirror wrap. Stay tuned.

 

[555race]

What clamps did you use as replacements?

 

[Crisisballer17]

What clamps did you use as replacements?

I used Evil Energy T304 stainless band clamps. Ordered them on Amazon. The system required (2) 2.25" clamps and (6) 2.5" clamps. They're wider, seal better and they're much nicer.

 

[Crisisballer17]

Steeda parts "Out for Delivery", YAY!

Pics of the before/after Steeda parts later this evening.

DIY partial hood wrap didn't go well. I tried. It's way harder to do than people think, with the center hood depression area. That being said, I have an appointment on July 15th for the pros to wrap the hood.

 

[Crisisballer17]

Ok so, only the RSB came in but, it only took about 1.5 hours to install. Test drove and it's definitely much stiffer. The strut tower brace will ship out late next week. Should be a 10 minute install at most.

 

[Crisisballer17]

Since I had a little extra time, I decided to install some of the leftover carbon fiber vinyl wrap I had on the rocker panel trim. It turned out well. Love it!

 

[Crisisballer17]

Finally got the hood, mirrors, lower front valance, rear spoiler sails and rear diffuser panels wrapped. Looking solid!

Blow off valve will be here tomorrow. Lowering springs, spacers and strut tower brace still backordered.

 

[LTR COLA]

Finally got the hood, mirrors, lower front valance, rear spoiler sails and rear diffuser panels wrapped. Looking solid!

Blow off valve will be here tomorrow. Lowering springs, spacers and strut tower brace still backordered.

Borat says very nice!!!!

 

[GearHead_1]

Just the ticket for a lover of carbon fibre. Looks nice.