Headers, Intake, & Exhaust Custom Exhaust? New Headers? Need Opinions on Intakes? Discuss making your Accord breathe better here.

cat backs really worth it???

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
  #11  
Old 02-18-2007, 01:00 AM
poser_pilot6
Unregistered
Posts: n/a
Default RE: cat backs really worth it???

How exactly does that kit work? I have been wondering if it helps at all.
 
  #12  
Old 02-18-2007, 01:17 AM
19Accord97
Unregistered
Posts: n/a
Default RE: cat backs really worth it???

ORIGINAL: charliejo6443

is a purge kit necessary?

Cj
No, it is only for show. When you hit a button a blast of what looks like fog/steam will shoot out of whever you place the jets. It just looks awesome! They use it in 2 Fast 2 Furious when you see the white smoke/fog shoot out from the fenders.


 
  #13  
Old 02-18-2007, 02:03 PM
Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: South Carolina
Posts: 1,184
Default RE: cat backs really worth it???

It's not all for show. You can choose between 3 different setups.1. Purge System2. Cold air system 3. Intercooler system

--The purge kit (which I have) shoots Co2 out of a single or dual jets (I have dual jets). This setupdoesn't help your performance, it just looks cool and makes people think you have NOS.

--The cold air intake kit uses the same method exceptthe jets are placed directly into your air intake tube. When you hit the (magic) button, the ice cold Co2gives you a boost of power (similar to NOS)(I've heard up to20 HP of instant power)that doesn't put strain on your engine like nitrous.

--The intercooler setup works similar. There is a bar that mounts in frontof the intercooler that sprays the Co2 onto the intercooler giving an instant boost of power.

Here is a link to the website if u need more info - http://www.designengineering.com/index.asp

Nice trunk setup with 2 Co2 tanks


[IMG]local://upfiles/7488/A4DB4F7415E04FECB5BE75FDC1B63DEF.jpg[/IMG]
 
  #14  
Old 02-18-2007, 02:24 PM
YeuEmMaiMai's Avatar
Been Around A Long Time Member
Join Date: May 2006
Posts: 1,905
Default RE: cat backs really worth it???

on some engines such as J30a series, messing with the cat can result in a LOSS of lower end torque. On a TL/CL type S there is very little to be gained by replacing the stock exhaust system, however put some headers on each engine and you will get 20-30 hp respectively
 
  #15  
Old 02-19-2007, 01:53 AM
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location:
Posts: 62
Default RE: cat backs really worth it???

i took mine to the local shop. had muffler. igot 2.25in. piping mandrel bent for $90
 
  #16  
Old 02-19-2007, 01:17 PM
Fenix's Avatar
Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: Glen Cove NY
Posts: 883
Default RE: cat backs really worth it???

I have a 2004 EX coupe 4Cyl, and i recently got my tax return. So the money I get is going entirely into my car by way of headers and exhaust. So i guess my question is what are the real HP gains? Because i dont want to waste my money on something like this and not get noticable gains. Also would a high flow cat help any?
 
  #17  
Old 03-15-2007, 05:27 AM
Join Date: Jan 2007
Location:
Posts: 94
Default RE: cat backs really worth it???

what is mandrel bent mean, if i take my car to the little shop on the corner will they know what it is
 
  #18  
Old 03-15-2007, 10:41 AM
03Sleeper's Avatar
Been Around A Long Time Member
Join Date: Jun 2006
Posts: 1,969
Default RE: cat backs really worth it???

People have been content with the Tsudo N1 Catback sold on Ebay. I went cheap with an OBX muffler, its a dull roar at around 50-60 mph....its pretty sweet. And it doesn't sound ricey tinny noise.

However, I may just spend the $228 dollars on the Tsudo N1...
 
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
nukestar88
Headers, Intake, & Exhaust
2
02-28-2011 10:20 PM
Andrew James
Headers, Intake, & Exhaust
4
09-03-2010 03:30 PM
narcotix
Engine & Internal
0
03-27-2010 10:14 AM
narcotix
Headers, Intake, & Exhaust
2
02-26-2010 07:07 PM
niko212
Headers, Intake, & Exhaust
11
01-12-2007 07:35 PM



Quick Reply: cat backs really worth it???



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 08:40 PM.