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Old 04-10-2008, 09:40 PM
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Originally Posted by jsensk View Post
I installed a T1R header yesterday and much to my surprise (not that I would have known any better though), the exhaust got quieter-- quite a bit so actually. I have the T1R VIP (axelback). I definitely feel a low/mid power increase, but did not expect the car to be quieter.

Is this pretty much the norm?
Same thing happened to me. I have a drop in filter and HFP axle back. The aggrevating drone from 2 to 3 thou went down substantially. I guessed it had to do with the resonant frequency being different from the stock header. I have a B-pipe to put on. I will let you know what happens.
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2007 Silver Base MT
HFP 16x6.5 wheels 205/45-16 P Zero Nero
HFP Axle Back
Progress Rear Sway Bar
aFe Drop In Air Filter
HFit Short Shift Kit
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T1R Mid Pipe
Soon - Fit - Forced induction technology

Last edited by ldweng; 04-10-2008 at 09:40 PM. Reason: spelling
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