SM_ATL's Carrera S Journal
#1486
08-05-2013, 01:58 PM
Follow up on FVD valved X-pipe
I have had the FVD valved X-pipe in place for a few days. It sounds amazing in loud mode (much deeper sound at low rpm, F1-like at high rpm). My concern is that after break in, even the 'quiet' mode is still fairly loud.
In brief:
-quiet mode = a bit louder than PSE (after a few days break in. Seemed much more quiet right after the install)
-loud mode = WOW!
The fact of the matter is that the quiet mode is still too loud for me. I am using the car as a daily driver and like to 'cruise' on 500 miles trips.
I'll probably end up selling the X-pipe. You can always PM me if you are interested.
I have had the FVD valved X-pipe in place for a few days. It sounds amazing in loud mode (much deeper sound at low rpm, F1-like at high rpm). My concern is that after break in, even the 'quiet' mode is still fairly loud.
In brief:
-quiet mode = a bit louder than PSE (after a few days break in. Seemed much more quiet right after the install)
-loud mode = WOW!
The fact of the matter is that the quiet mode is still too loud for me. I am using the car as a daily driver and like to 'cruise' on 500 miles trips.
I'll probably end up selling the X-pipe. You can always PM me if you are interested.
https://www.6speedonline.com/forums/...cs-x-pipe.html
Might be worth a look if you like the loud...
#1487
08-05-2013, 03:22 PM
Huh strange! My Cargraphics x pipe (looks very similar except for 2 resonators) is about PSE - like when the valves are closed. It is very loud open, but closed, it sounds like a stock exhaust.
https://www.6speedonline.com/forums/...cs-x-pipe.html
Might be worth a look if you like the loud...
https://www.6speedonline.com/forums/...cs-x-pipe.html
Might be worth a look if you like the loud...
#1488
08-05-2013, 03:26 PM
http://www.ebay.com/itm/CARGRAPHIC-s...0ded51&vxp=mtr
Might be a good alternative! It looks very similar to PSE, except with a straighter internal design.
#1489
08-05-2013, 10:10 PM
Oooops, and here goes my PCA sticker.
I gave it a fair try, but I am not renewing my PCA membership until there is some fresh new blood in my chapter. There is a strong smell of naphthalene for now. Members are for sure mostly well intended but there is a whole feeling of 'seriousness' and pomposity that I do not see in other clubs. I am also a member of BMW CCA and have a lot more fun with them.
A good example is to compare 'Roundel' to 'Panorama': which one of the two looks like a magazine from the communist era printed on recycled paper??
Understand me well, I am not bashing here, but I would like my favorite car brand to have a club that is as dynamic and classy as its cars. PCA does not seem to realize that there is a whole range of enthusiasts who do not want to join them (mostly guys in their thirties, forties, fifties...). Or maybe they do not care...
I gave it a fair try, but I am not renewing my PCA membership until there is some fresh new blood in my chapter. There is a strong smell of naphthalene for now. Members are for sure mostly well intended but there is a whole feeling of 'seriousness' and pomposity that I do not see in other clubs. I am also a member of BMW CCA and have a lot more fun with them.
A good example is to compare 'Roundel' to 'Panorama': which one of the two looks like a magazine from the communist era printed on recycled paper??
Understand me well, I am not bashing here, but I would like my favorite car brand to have a club that is as dynamic and classy as its cars. PCA does not seem to realize that there is a whole range of enthusiasts who do not want to join them (mostly guys in their thirties, forties, fifties...). Or maybe they do not care...
Last edited by SM_ATL; 08-06-2013 at 05:16 AM.
#1490
08-05-2013, 10:20 PM
And while I am ranting tonight, I wanted to share something about the other end of the spectrum where bling and vulgarity are not serving the image of the brand either.
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To each his own, but I would personally leave these Lexani wheels to a local rapper to mount them on his white Bentley
To each his own, but I would personally leave these Lexani wheels to a local rapper to mount them on his white Bentley
#1491
08-06-2013, 03:49 AM
And while I am ranting tonight, I wanted to share something about the other end of the spectrum where bling and vulgarity are not serving the image of the brand either.
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To each his own, but I would personally leave these Lexani wheels to a local rapper to mount them on his white Bentley
To each his own, but I would personally leave these Lexani wheels to a local rapper to mount them on his white Bentley
#1492
08-06-2013, 05:18 AM
Must be the latest Caffeine and Octane. I stopped going to that once the gathering became "Butlerized". I used to enjoy seeing all the classic/muscle/exotic cars, but now all you see is that kind of crap along with the Mopar and Fast and Furious crowd.
#1493
08-06-2013, 06:23 AM
To elaborate on my post and mtony's comment, the local scenery is very much 'new money'... and making sure people see it. Here are a couple of prime examples (...sick bags are available in the pocket at the back of the seat in front of you):
and my all time favorite:
I will not blame Butler Tires though: Geordie does an amazing job at the Alpharetta location and I always got excellent and quick service, professional installation and competitive prices (so yes, they also work on nice German cars
).
The truth of the matter is that people sell what the market demands and that "the Mopar and Fast and Furious crowd" (not those who are passionate about their engine, but the guys who spend their time adding pink LED's and blue neon lights on their cars) is probably a significant part of the population.
Caffeine and Octane is becoming so crowded that it is now chaotic and out of control. Back to a year or two ago, you would find Porsche's hanging together, a row of M3's, fast Audi's, GTR's, Muscle cars, etc. and it was a lot more enjoyable and 'cleaner' event.
Caffeine & Octane has to find a bigger location (people who want to show off are now bringing their cars at 6AM... or the night before
) and divide the venue in different area's (German's, Japanese, Classics, Muscles...Cops ). I would for sure still enjoy spending time in all the different area's.
One last thing: find car friendly cops! I never do burnouts but just revved up the engine near the exit as kids were asking for it and a cop gave me a look like he was going to grab his gun and shoot me A taser would suffice
and my all time favorite:
I will not blame Butler Tires though: Geordie does an amazing job at the Alpharetta location and I always got excellent and quick service, professional installation and competitive prices (so yes, they also work on nice German cars
).The truth of the matter is that people sell what the market demands and that "the Mopar and Fast and Furious crowd" (not those who are passionate about their engine, but the guys who spend their time adding pink LED's and blue neon lights on their cars) is probably a significant part of the population.
Caffeine and Octane is becoming so crowded that it is now chaotic and out of control. Back to a year or two ago, you would find Porsche's hanging together, a row of M3's, fast Audi's, GTR's, Muscle cars, etc. and it was a lot more enjoyable and 'cleaner' event.
Caffeine & Octane has to find a bigger location (people who want to show off are now bringing their cars at 6AM... or the night before
) and divide the venue in different area's (German's, Japanese, Classics, Muscles...Cops ). I would for sure still enjoy spending time in all the different area's.One last thing: find car friendly cops! I never do burnouts but just revved up the engine near the exit as kids were asking for it and a cop gave me a look like he was going to grab his gun and shoot me
A taser would suffice
#1494
08-06-2013, 07:55 AM
And while I am ranting tonight, I wanted to share something about the other end of the spectrum where bling and vulgarity are not serving the image of the brand either.
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To each his own, but I would personally leave these Lexani wheels to a local rapper to mount them on his white Bentley
To each his own, but I would personally leave these Lexani wheels to a local rapper to mount them on his white Bentley
#1495
08-06-2013, 08:16 AM
Serge, too bad about the FVD x-pipe, I'm still running mine and actually added the side free flow sharkwerks exhaust as well. So I have two exhaust settings now - loud and very loud. But it is not my daily driver though. I'm aware that it is somewhat borderline obnoxious to have no mufflers at all.... but it makes the kids smile. 
Totally agree with you on the whole PCA thing. I went to one gathering and left after 10 minutes, I couldn't deal with the folks with their Porsche hats, shirts, and fanny packs. They enjoy it - good for them, but it wasn't for me. I wish there would be a 'R Gruppe' chapter around here.
Totally agree with you on the whole PCA thing. I went to one gathering and left after 10 minutes, I couldn't deal with the folks with their Porsche hats, shirts, and fanny packs. They enjoy it - good for them, but it wasn't for me. I wish there would be a 'R Gruppe' chapter around here.
#1497
08-06-2013, 10:15 AM
To elaborate on my post and mtony's comment, the local scenery is very much 'new money'... and making sure people see it. Here are a couple of prime examples (...sick bags are available in the pocket at the back of the seat in front of you):
and my all time favorite:
I will not blame Butler Tires though: Geordie does an amazing job at the Alpharetta location and I always got excellent and quick service, professional installation and competitive prices (so yes, they also work on nice German cars ).
The truth of the matter is that people sell what the market demands and that "the Mopar and Fast and Furious crowd" (not those who are passionate about their engine, but the guys who spend their time adding pink LED's and blue neon lights on their cars) is probably a significant part of the population.
Caffeine and Octane is becoming so crowded that it is now chaotic and out of control. Back to a year or two ago, you would find Porsche's hanging together, a row of M3's, fast Audi's, GTR's, Muscle cars, etc. and it was a lot more enjoyable and 'cleaner' event.
Caffeine & Octane has to find a bigger location (people who want to show off are now bringing their cars at 6AM... or the night before ) and divide the venue in different area's (German's, Japanese, Classics, Muscles...Cops ). I would for sure still enjoy spending time in all the different area's.
One last thing: find car friendly cops! I never do burnouts but just revved up the engine near the exit as kids were asking for it and a cop gave me a look like he was going to grab his gun and shoot me A taser would suffice
and my all time favorite:
I will not blame Butler Tires though: Geordie does an amazing job at the Alpharetta location and I always got excellent and quick service, professional installation and competitive prices (so yes, they also work on nice German cars
).The truth of the matter is that people sell what the market demands and that "the Mopar and Fast and Furious crowd" (not those who are passionate about their engine, but the guys who spend their time adding pink LED's and blue neon lights on their cars) is probably a significant part of the population.
Caffeine and Octane is becoming so crowded that it is now chaotic and out of control. Back to a year or two ago, you would find Porsche's hanging together, a row of M3's, fast Audi's, GTR's, Muscle cars, etc. and it was a lot more enjoyable and 'cleaner' event.
Caffeine & Octane has to find a bigger location (people who want to show off are now bringing their cars at 6AM... or the night before
) and divide the venue in different area's (German's, Japanese, Classics, Muscles...Cops ). I would for sure still enjoy spending time in all the different area's.One last thing: find car friendly cops! I never do burnouts but just revved up the engine near the exit as kids were asking for it and a cop gave me a look like he was going to grab his gun and shoot me
A taser would suffice
#1498
08-06-2013, 11:23 AM
Here's someone leaving one of the former C&O locations. Probably why the cops frown upon people revving their engines as they leave the show.
Last edited by mtony; 08-06-2013 at 11:25 AM.
#1500
08-06-2013, 11:47 AM
Big HP does not mean high IQ...