EP-1 + Dec28= Porsche Symphony + Big Smile
#16
12-31-2011, 11:37 AM
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By the use of the tools Stef provides,it is easy to unistall OEM exhaust and install europipe...without removing ICs...
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12-31-2011, 06:04 PM
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skandalis , the tools Stef provided will do the job . Also you will need 16mm socket , 8mm wrench,13 mm socket ,5mm allen , flat screw driver, flash light +Patience . You do not need to remove the ICs to do the the exhaust system . But you definitely need to remove the ICs if you are doing the spark plugs. I hope that helps
#18
12-31-2011, 08:23 PM
skandalis , the tools Stef provided will do the job . Also you will need 16mm socket , 8mm wrench,13 mm socket ,5mm allen , flat screw driver, flash light +Patience . You do not need to remove the ICs to do the the exhaust system . But you definitely need to remove the ICs if you are doing the spark plugs. I hope that helps
#19
01-01-2012, 03:01 AM
There are two parts to the Europipe story and both are good. 1 is the install, 2 is the end result. Regarding 1, well i can only say from my own experience the install of this system is a complete utter walk in the park, in fact even novel to the point of being a very enjoyable and interesting exercise when you see how everything fits up so perfectly, and how the special tools make even those impossible to get to bolts do-able. You definitely don't need to remove the ic's. Removing the rear bar and support definitely makes the exercise easier though. I mean why punish yourself when it's so easy to take the bar and support off. Mind you I'm spoilt having a proper hoist so that does make the install a real kick back, relax and watch how it all unfolds affair. Doing any job like this on your back is not for everyone
. Regarding 2. For the sake of non EP owners i won't rub it in as it's a well known fact by those in the know that you simply can't get a better system for this car. OP congrats and enjoy
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. Regarding 2. For the sake of non EP owners i won't rub it in as it's a well known fact by those in the know that you simply can't get a better system for this car. OP congrats and enjoy.
#20
01-01-2012, 04:04 PM
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Stef,I have a question for you...i ve run my car with several exhaust systems for two years now...Occasionally i ve done 10-15 brake boosting starts from a standstill...with every setup,max boost raised was 0,8bar in brake boosting...and that includes decat setup...with the use of your EP2 exhaust, boost during brake boosting raised to 1,0bar...and let me achieve 2,89 for 0-100km time...How can you explain the difference?
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01-01-2012, 10:29 PM
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The cat's are huge. I'm sure they tried many different diameters and lengths before picking what they did. They also use some of the best in the world, if not the best, HJS. They add a separate heat shield to keep engine compartment temps down along with other benefits. I think only other company that uses them (HJS) from my limited research is Fabspeed. The style that Fabspeed uses are 550.00+ per Cat retail. Kind of puts the cost of some of the quality systems in perspective when the Cats alone are a grand plus for two.
Very beautiful exhaust BTW.
Very beautiful exhaust BTW.
#22
01-01-2012, 10:32 PM
The cat's are huge. I'm sure they tried many different diameters and lengths before picking what they did. They also use some of the best in the world, if not the best, HJS. They add a separate heat shield to keep engine compartment temps down along with other benefits. I think only other company that uses them (HJS) from my limited research is Fabspeed. The style that Fabspeed uses are 550.00+ per Cat retail. Kind of puts the cost of some of the quality systems in perspective when the Cats alone are a grand plus for two.
Very beautiful exhaust BTW.
Very beautiful exhaust BTW.
#23
01-02-2012, 07:07 AM
Stef,I have a question for you...i ve run my car with several exhaust systems for two years now...Occasionally i ve done 10-15 brake boosting starts from a standstill...with every setup,max boost raised was 0,8bar in brake boosting...and that includes decat setup...with the use of your EP2 exhaust, boost during brake boosting raised to 1,0bar...and let me achieve 2,89 for 0-100km time...How can you explain the difference?
I have no idea but I will ask my mother as she knows all about brake boosting...
#25
01-02-2012, 10:43 AM
I have been poking around in the 997 arena. It looks like EuroPipe gets it done the right way. AWD hit the nail on the head, "Wall Art". Nice looking equipment, Sir!
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01-03-2012, 12:36 AM
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After reading to make sure I was not crazy I found this again from Emitec's website;
Emitec is the world leading manufacturer of metal catalyst substrates. We perfected the design of metallic catalytic converter supports by introducing proprietary brazing technologies, new foil winding patterns, and a number of other developments. Since 1986 a growing number of automakers in Europe and in the U.S. have been using our substrates for catalytic converters in mass-produced cars. Other applications of Emitec metal catalyst substrates include pollution control from diesel engines, motorcycles, and small utility engines.
I can't find a single "Emitec" brand cat. Just Emitec filled cats. I'm pretty sure they use a custom HJS/Emitec filled cat.
Also found this here on 6speed;
I do on mine...but I have nothing to compare it to - never heard the Tubi but have read lots of good things about it. The engineering on the Europipe is outstanding - big 76mm outlets and 100 cell HJS/Emitek cats. Fits perfectly, sounds and performs great, no CEL's. Only drawback is that because of the 76mm outlet you have to use a modified OEM oval tip that EP supplies. Check out their website - they're a board sponsor over on the right side banner. Email Stef and you'll get lots of info.
Emitec is the world leading manufacturer of metal catalyst substrates. We perfected the design of metallic catalytic converter supports by introducing proprietary brazing technologies, new foil winding patterns, and a number of other developments. Since 1986 a growing number of automakers in Europe and in the U.S. have been using our substrates for catalytic converters in mass-produced cars. Other applications of Emitec metal catalyst substrates include pollution control from diesel engines, motorcycles, and small utility engines.
I can't find a single "Emitec" brand cat. Just Emitec filled cats. I'm pretty sure they use a custom HJS/Emitec filled cat.
Also found this here on 6speed;
I do on mine...but I have nothing to compare it to - never heard the Tubi but have read lots of good things about it. The engineering on the Europipe is outstanding - big 76mm outlets and 100 cell HJS/Emitek cats. Fits perfectly, sounds and performs great, no CEL's. Only drawback is that because of the 76mm outlet you have to use a modified OEM oval tip that EP supplies. Check out their website - they're a board sponsor over on the right side banner. Email Stef and you'll get lots of info.
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01-03-2012, 04:28 PM
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Stef,seriously I believe that decreased backpressure of your system achieves 1bar at brake boosting...everything else had lower brake boosting pressure...
#30
01-03-2012, 08:24 PM
After reading to make sure I was not crazy I found this again from Emitec's website;
Emitec is the world leading manufacturer of metal catalyst substrates. We perfected the design of metallic catalytic converter supports by introducing proprietary brazing technologies, new foil winding patterns, and a number of other developments. Since 1986 a growing number of automakers in Europe and in the U.S. have been using our substrates for catalytic converters in mass-produced cars. Other applications of Emitec metal catalyst substrates include pollution control from diesel engines, motorcycles, and small utility engines.
I can't find a single "Emitec" brand cat. Just Emitec filled cats. I'm pretty sure they use a custom HJS/Emitec filled cat.
Also found this here on 6speed;
I do on mine...but I have nothing to compare it to - never heard the Tubi but have read lots of good things about it. The engineering on the Europipe is outstanding - big 76mm outlets and 100 cell HJS/Emitek cats. Fits perfectly, sounds and performs great, no CEL's. Only drawback is that because of the 76mm outlet you have to use a modified OEM oval tip that EP supplies. Check out their website - they're a board sponsor over on the right side banner. Email Stef and you'll get lots of info.
Emitec is the world leading manufacturer of metal catalyst substrates. We perfected the design of metallic catalytic converter supports by introducing proprietary brazing technologies, new foil winding patterns, and a number of other developments. Since 1986 a growing number of automakers in Europe and in the U.S. have been using our substrates for catalytic converters in mass-produced cars. Other applications of Emitec metal catalyst substrates include pollution control from diesel engines, motorcycles, and small utility engines.
I can't find a single "Emitec" brand cat. Just Emitec filled cats. I'm pretty sure they use a custom HJS/Emitec filled cat.
Also found this here on 6speed;
I do on mine...but I have nothing to compare it to - never heard the Tubi but have read lots of good things about it. The engineering on the Europipe is outstanding - big 76mm outlets and 100 cell HJS/Emitek cats. Fits perfectly, sounds and performs great, no CEL's. Only drawback is that because of the 76mm outlet you have to use a modified OEM oval tip that EP supplies. Check out their website - they're a board sponsor over on the right side banner. Email Stef and you'll get lots of info.