Panther Posted July 21, 2012 Share Posted July 21, 2012 Tried the search didn't find a answer Looking at changing my 2010 exhaust so the Q: what system have you gone for and why Q: So many systems on ebay usa eg tanabe, greddy, Race Design etc delivered to Oz $500 to $1500 Q: Will resonator delete about $35 give a nice tone without spoiling the car. IS250 Prestige is just that, its not quick or noisey when I want that I will get the vette out, would just like to be able to hear it, its a V6 so should have some tone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LEX51S Posted July 21, 2012 Share Posted July 21, 2012 hi mate, Ive had the 5zigen with my invidia mids and ive had a reddy se with my mid pipes, The greddy + invidia midpipes is the best subtle / sporty not with no drone. i loved it and wish i never got rid of it. Have a look on you tube. plenty there too!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panther Posted July 21, 2012 Author Share Posted July 21, 2012 Thanks mate. Some one posted but I can't find it Tanabe shipped from racespeed to brisbane, none of his figures matches their web site, nor do they list shipping out of usa, would have to call them direct US$545.95 & US$250 shipping thats good pricing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
k2sty1 Posted July 23, 2012 Share Posted July 23, 2012 i put up video's on this topic here: http://au.lexusownersclub.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=11174 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panther Posted July 23, 2012 Author Share Posted July 23, 2012 yeah I did watch them the other day, not bad may just do the resonator delete and see if thats enough. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatjoez Posted August 11, 2012 Share Posted August 11, 2012 Resonator delete is a terrible option. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sherlockyou Posted August 11, 2012 Share Posted August 11, 2012 dont delete resonator... just replace the mid pipe.... tanabe+invidia midpipe also a good choise.... or fujitsubo + invidia midpipe... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
334mm Posted August 12, 2012 Share Posted August 12, 2012 If you are going to delete resonator. Just get a invidia mid pipe. delete is a cheapo and poor mans way of doing it. Lehman is like 16 years old or something so can't blame him :P lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fanel Posted August 25, 2012 Share Posted August 25, 2012 I don't understand much about exhaust systems but getting the midpipe replaces were the resonator is or just gets rid of the need to do a delete? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatjoez Posted August 25, 2012 Share Posted August 25, 2012 Resonator "delete" is not as nice as it sounds. My last BMW had this. It sounded TERRIBLE. people said it sounded worse than a diesel tractor. I have a sound clip. happy to upload for anyone considering a resonator delete Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilv1004s Posted August 25, 2012 Share Posted August 25, 2012 joe thats a bmw not a lexus resonator delete will do the same job as mid pipes but it's not worth hacking your mid pipes up just for abit more sound later on down the track it will hurt your resale value Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatjoez Posted August 25, 2012 Share Posted August 25, 2012 lol bro I think we both know enough to know "its a lexus not a bmw" means nothing when we're talking about hacking a resonator/cat out of a steel pipe and weld jobbing in straight pipe replacement. as per your comment, it isn't worth it, and it does not sound good at all afterwards. whether its lexus bmw toyota mitsubishi watever. best to just buy a midpipe which is like $400 shipped for the invidias right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilv1004s Posted August 25, 2012 Share Posted August 25, 2012 the main difference is BMW is straight 6 Lexus runs V6 the sound difference is very distinct straight 6's tend to sound very crappy when they have a resonator delete where the lexus V6 is sealed quiet from factory and becomes more audable after the delete i disagree with the the sounds with you but im not a fan of cutting oem parts and yes the best way your right joe buy mid pipes enjoy it when you sell your car put ur oems back on and sell your mid pipes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatjoez Posted August 25, 2012 Share Posted August 25, 2012 Nice info ilv, didn't know there was a difference yea lol when I got my fujitsubo exhaust installed in the is250, the mechanic offered to cut the stock one in half to fit in the car lol. I said no. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilv1004s Posted August 25, 2012 Share Posted August 25, 2012 yeap definately cutting your stock stuff reduces value of your car unless u have another part to replace it with then again if any1 wants to try it i have a set of oem mid pipes for sale as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fanel Posted September 7, 2012 Share Posted September 7, 2012 Anyone running custom exhausts or does everyone have various brand related axle/cat back exhausts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PRV Posted September 7, 2012 Share Posted September 7, 2012 Yep, I have Greddy axle back. Very happy with sound. I have it matched to a F-Sport Air intake. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LEX51S Posted September 7, 2012 Share Posted September 7, 2012 I will soon be getting another gressy to go with my intake and invidia midpipes. I had this before and really miss it. only this time i will be adding a crossover in the midpipes. smoother and better sound with improved power. (claimed) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fanel Posted September 7, 2012 Share Posted September 7, 2012 So everyone just has brand ones. Curious as to what custom exhaust sounds like is all. It's cheaper to get it custom than order an axle back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panther Posted May 21, 2013 Author Share Posted May 21, 2013 Ok so thread is now a bit old, ended up getting invida mid pipes from here, fitted them up the day you guys were having the dyno day, reduced weight but very little sound but a improvement. Will probaly add cat backs later if I can find reasonable priced set, have been looking at M2's and speeddaddy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBean Posted May 22, 2013 Share Posted May 22, 2013 Just wondering what's a realistic cost to install a set of cat back and mid pipe at a mechanic? Also does this increase your insurance? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panther Posted May 22, 2013 Author Share Posted May 22, 2013 The invida mid pipe the SS is a bit thin my only gripe, $100 to fit, I would imagine not much more to fit up cat back if done together. The reasons I had mine fitted for me was so I didn't waste the dough on the O2 sensor socket for a once off use, catbacks I will do myself as all just bolt up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coconut2001 Posted May 22, 2013 Share Posted May 22, 2013 you mean doing the axleback yourself? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panther Posted May 22, 2013 Author Share Posted May 22, 2013 yes I will fit myself Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panther Posted May 24, 2013 Author Share Posted May 24, 2013 just brought M2 axle back exhaust A$253 + $165 shipping out of USA, copy of tanabe reviews same sound simple bolt up, will come back when its fitted with my review Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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