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Looks like some high quality parts, but I have some concern with the hanger bracket that's welded on the end of the downpipe by the cat-back section of the exhaust.

It looks like you only have two spot welds on the bracket which actually supports quite a bit of pressure on it, especially under heavy acceleration and quick shifting. I've seen other downpipes with more area of the hanger welded to the downpipe that have broken or cracked under stress. Have you experienced any issues with it and/or are you planning on a "v2" with revision for these? I'm guessing not since you just released these this week but still, I drive some bumpy roads and push my car pretty hard. When I buy a catless DP I want it to have better hangers.
 

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Looks like some high quality parts, but I have some concern with the hanger bracket that's welded on the end of the downpipe by the cat-back section of the exhaust.

It looks like you only have two spot welds on the bracket which actually supports quite a bit of pressure on it, especially under heavy acceleration and quick shifting. I've seen other downpipes with more area of the hanger welded to the downpipe that have broken or cracked under stress. Have you experienced any issues with it and/or are you planning on a "v2" with revision for these? I'm guessing not since you just released these this week but still, I drive some bumpy roads and push my car pretty hard. When I buy a catless DP I want it to have better hangers.
As far as the construction goes see if this eases your mind..


You should see no issue what so ever with these downpipes. The same guy that builds our downpipes built this. If you are familiar with H2O at then you will know that this car won top dog last year.



They also have 20+ years in custom fabrication as well as being known for building custom turbos. You can sleep easy with this part bud.

Can I get a better price if I pick one up in person. I see you have free shipping.
Price will be the same in store as the website...
 

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As far as the construction goes see if this eases your mind..


You should see no issue what so ever with these downpipes. The same guy that builds our downpipes built this. If you are familiar with H2O at then you will know that this car won top dog last year.



They also have 20+ years in custom fabrication as well as being known for building custom turbos. You can sleep easy with this part bud.


Price will be the same in store as the website...
Soooo, lifetime warranty? Active duty military discount?
 

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CEL with the catted version? Us Carolinians need to pass emissions.

Thank you for the info
 

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I can vouch for the quality of those DP's, Held one in their warehouse a few weeks ago during our PA-ST meet tour of their facilities. It's the real deal, and very well constructed.

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Soooo, lifetime warranty? Active duty military discount?
All new products are guaranteed against defects in workmanship and material.

CEL with the catted version? Us Carolinians need to pass emissions.

Thank you for the info
I haven't heard anything as of yet as that being an issue.

What size are the bolts you use to connect to the catback?
I will have to find out the specifics but from my understanding they are just stock replacements.
 

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These are currently 10% off. Pretty stoked as I just bought the catted version for 369!
Thank you for pointing this out. I ordered the exact same for myself, even though I bought a downpipe and it's only been on the car for a week.

Soon to be for sale and replaced by this masterpiece.
 

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Just placed my order for the catted version for $359! :D :D :D
 

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Installed mine tonight. More pics can be found in my build thread.

The o2 wires are a bit tighter than stock and with the magnaflow downpipe I replaced out. The front o2 sensor is too tight to even clip the connector back in the bracket beside the rear connection.

*Let me be clear, I'm not displeased. I would suggest looking into the o2 bung locations though, especially the front bung. It would do much better a little further up the pipe.

This is the rear line stretching to reach:




This is a HORRIBLE picture of the front o2 connector dangling since it wont reach to snap back into bracket:



Bung placement. CJPP vs Magnaflow:




Lastly, this is the downstream o2. It gets very close to that heat shield. I recommend pushing down the heat shield for anyone who puts this in.

 

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Bung placement. CJPP vs Magnaflow:


This looks much thicker in the area connecting to the rest of the exhaust compared to the Magnaflow. Is it really that much of a difference or is it just the picture playing tricks on me? The flex section is also a LOT smaller, I wonder if that will that impact it's ability to handle the engine movement. What made you decide to swap the Magnaflow for this?
 

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This looks much thicker in the area connecting to the rest of the exhaust compared to the Magnaflow. Is it really that much of a difference or is it just the picture playing tricks on me? The flex section is also a LOT smaller, I wonder if that will that impact it's ability to handle the engine movement. What made you decide to swap the Magnaflow for this?
The magnaflow DP pictured is a 3" in, 2.5" out. The CJPP is 3" all the way through. I swapped for that reason and the better build materials. The flex section in the downpipe is enough tolerance for the engine movement. Most have an upgraded RMM by the time they choose a downpipe. I have a late model 2014 so I have the e-focus mount in my car. I have no plan to change it out at the moment. I have no issues with the downpipe as far as flex section.
 

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The magnaflow DP pictured is a 3" in, 2.5" out. The CJPP is 3" all the way through. I swapped for that reason and the better build materials. The flex section in the downpipe is enough tolerance for the engine movement. Most have an upgraded RMM by the time they choose a downpipe. I have a late model 2014 so I have the e-focus mount in my car. I have no plan to change it out at the moment. I have no issues with the downpipe as far as flex section.
Ah, that explains it. Was just curious if there was something wrong with the Magnaflow one as it's down to this one and the Magnaflow 3" for me.
 

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Ah, that explains it. Was just curious if there was something wrong with the Magnaflow one as it's down to this one and the Magnaflow 3" for me.
Check out my build thread. I made modifications to the magnaflow after I got it to make it acceptable. I just want to keep this thread on topic as much as possible. PM me after you see what I'm talking about.
 
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