Titanium Forward X-pipe Offering (9lbs!)

DRLane · 08-21-2022, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by berns

Just waiting on the front brace attachments now. First two forward x's are ready to go otherwise! Excited to install — from idea to product in a short time, and Nolan killed it!

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Looks incredible!

berns · 08-28-2022, 02:56 PM

update! first two x-pipes are being shipped out today! 1 to me for photos / install / dyno numbers, and the other to Robert (@basic_sportscar on IG). The others are in the works.

Anyone know how to have a Moderator put this in the Exhaust parts for sale section? Think it'd be better suited living over there.

Bartledoo · 09-06-2022, 02:40 PM

Love that this all started when I told my local friend Nick to hit Nolan up for a Ti x-pipe because Nolan fabs some beautiful Ti exhausts. Glad to see that the idea took off to another level with you and this group buy!

berns · 09-06-2022, 09:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Bartledoo

Love that this all started when I told my local friend Nick to hit Nolan up for a Ti x-pipe because Nolan fabs some beautiful Ti exhausts. Glad to see that the idea took off to another level with you and this group buy!

I knew after a few minutes talking to Nolan that he was the one to work with. He's been awesome, and having just received my X pipe, it's pretty cool to have it here! I'll have some proper photos of it soon, and once it cools down, I'll install it and get on the dyno with Randy from Epic. Also received my Turner CF airbox... Will see if it adds any power.

omgzirra_exe · 09-07-2022, 12:40 AM

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Originally Posted by berns

I knew after a few minutes talking to Nolan that he was the one to work with. He's been awesome, and having just received my X pipe, it's pretty cool to have it here! I'll have some proper photos of it soon, and once it cools down, I'll install it and get on the dyno with Randy from Epic. Also received my Turner CF airbox... Will see if it adds any power.

can I come watch you install it

Rochen_00 · 09-09-2022, 04:44 PM

Is it better to replace the original H-pipe and put the X higher up?

leftfootbr8king · 09-10-2022, 12:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Rochen_00

Is it better to replace the original H-pipe and put the X higher up?

The original is not an h pipe. It's an x.

Moving the crossover forward like magnaflow did for the BW x pipe has shown increases in torque and hp, as long the tune is in sync.

kcdedric · 09-19-2022, 06:57 PM

Nice looking piece. I'm eagerly awaiting some sound clips to see how raspy it is. I'm getting tempted, but I feel like this is probably going to pair best with an Akra rear.

berns · 09-19-2022, 11:19 PM

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Originally Posted by kcdedric

Nice looking piece. I'm eagerly awaiting some sound clips to see how raspy it is. I'm getting tempted, but I feel like this is probably going to pair best with an Akra rear.

Here's the resonated version with the Eisenmann Race. Sounds fucking epic if you ask me...

More sound clips to come.

And here are some updated photos of my non-resonated version. Killer work by Nolan. Can't wait to see how it changes colors after some track abuse.

DrFerry · 09-20-2022, 06:35 AM

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Originally Posted by berns

More sound clips to come.

And here are some updated photos of my non-resonated version. Killer work by Nolan. Can't wait to see how it changes colors after some track abuse.

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It's work of art by Nolan if you ask me. They should be numbered as collectors items. Automotive art sculpture in the making. If they sound as good as this thread purports, Nolan has just found some job security.

DRLane · 09-23-2022, 09:08 PM

Shipped today! Happy to have my car back together. Thanks Alex for getting this together.

Yes, it's std X location as I'm Stg 2 Harrop don't want to mess with the tune.

berns · 09-24-2022, 12:40 AM

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Originally Posted by DRLane

Shipped today! Happy to have my car back together. Thanks Alex for getting this together.

Yes, it's std X location as I'm Stg 2 Harrop don't want to mess with the tune.

Man, that came out beautifully. Glad I could help! Can't wait to see it under your car.

omgzirra_exe · 09-24-2022, 07:21 PM

Xpipe sounds fucking bonkers in person. Holy shit.

roastbeef · 09-25-2022, 07:43 PM

i heard it, its nice.

aus · 10-04-2022, 01:23 AM

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Originally Posted by e46IX

Just thought I'd chime in to say I run a similar setup already, Akra Slip-On with a Taiwanese titanium midpipe, forward merge x-pipe with resonators and HFC's in the secondary location. Local forum member had a few made overseas, quality is good.

I can confirm it sounds great, gave the Akra more bark, more character. No more flat sound. Also no drone at highway speeds and the Akra muffler does a great job at keeping overall volume down. I believe my mid-pipe was under 15lbs all said and done.

Any info on your X-Pipe? That sounds like what I want with the HFC.
Any sound clips?
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berns · 10-04-2022, 03:40 PM

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Originally Posted by aus

Any info on your X-Pipe? That sounds like what I want with the HFC.
Any sound clips?
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Please message him directly as I'd like to keep this thread about this X pipe and not other options. Thanks.

kevinhtj · 12-30-2022, 03:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Gossypiboma

I agree with the above if one is using an Akra rear muffler. I have a forward X with Akra rear and its amazing. My comment was meant for someone using any other rear muffler as I've not heard another rear exhaust muffle the rasp as well as a Akra does.

By any chance you have a sound/video on your set up? I have a GT4 x-pipe currently and it has a strange buzzing flatulence rasp accompanied with some drone which i didnt quite like. I'm considering to switch to forward-X set up with akra catback.

kevinhtj · 12-30-2022, 04:00 AM

Anyone has any videos of this Forward X set up with Akrapovic catback?

berns · 12-30-2022, 02:25 PM

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Originally Posted by kevinhtj

Anyone has any videos of this Forward X set up with Akrapovic catback?

here you go. Sorry, nothing out on the road right now but I'll try to get some.
Sounds angry but sophisticated... really a unique note for this engine.
Non-res definitely has some level or rasp at that resonance point, but I like it

Gossypiboma · 12-31-2022, 11:50 AM

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Originally Posted by berns

here you go. Sorry, nothing out on the road right now but I'll try to get some.
Sounds angry but sophisticated... really a unique note for this engine.
Non-res definitely has some level or rasp at that resonance point, but I like it

Numbers?

berns · 12-31-2022, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Gossypiboma

Numbers?

395/287

kevinhtj · 01-03-2023, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by berns

here you go. Sorry, nothing out on the road right now but I'll try to get some.
Sounds angry but sophisticated... really a unique note for this engine.
Non-res definitely has some level or rasp at that resonance point, but I like it

Thank you for the video, do you realize there's a buzzing/hissing/whistle sound on throttle with this set up? I think its the nature of the titanium mid pipe which bothers me a bit.

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