Corsa x pipe...............YES!
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Corsa x pipe...............YES!
Just finished installing the Corsa x pipe to compliment the Corsa Pace axlebacks on my 02 vert. Had been running just the axlebacks for about 2 weeks with the stock H pipe. I found the interior noise on acceleration a bit more than I wanted, especially when the top was up. With the x pipe installed the motor boat idle disappeared replace with a low bassy rumble and the acceleration exhaust sound is a very nice low rumble. Thanks Corsa!
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Just finished installing the Corsa x pipe to compliment the Corsa Pace axlebacks on my 02 vert. Had been running just the axlebacks for about 2 weeks with the stock H pipe. I found the interior noise on acceleration a bit more than I wanted, especially when the top was up. With the x pipe installed the motor boat idle disappeared replace with a low bassy rumble and the acceleration exhaust sound is a very nice low rumble. Thanks Corsa!
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Good deal on the install. Amazing what a difference in sound a good X-pipe will make.
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Are any of you with the X running an M6 tranny?? I'm running Corsa touring with my 6speed and stock H-pipe!! I am kinda conflicted about installing an X because I dislike the motor boat put put at idle,,,BUT I love the rumble pop on deceleration. QUESTION::: Do you loose ALL the rumble pop OR is it just reduced??? I'd like to smooth out the sound with the X,,,but I'd HATE to loose ALL the rumble pop!!
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I have the stock H pipe into an Indy Pace System with Tiger Shark tips. I'm not very happy with the system other than higher RPMs when it has that Indy type sound. Idle, low, and mid RPM doesn't sound very great. I really want an X-pipe in there. Preferably attatched to some Headers. But may just add the X. I might go with the Borla though.
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The whole process is pretty easy, with the most important part being the measurement of the cut for the stock h pipe.
Have fun and good luck.
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You need to cut the stock midpipe after the O2 sensors and clamp, then bolt up to the axlebacks. I bought a $10 exhaust pipe cutter form Harbor Freight and made the cut in 2 minutes. Instructions form Corsa are great so measure twice cut once. Make sure the clamps are facing down before you "slip" on the X pipe. (ask me how I know.....)
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Are any of you with the X running an M6 tranny?? I'm running Corsa touring with my 6speed and stock H-pipe!! I am kinda conflicted about installing an X because I dislike the motor boat put put at idle,,,BUT I love the rumble pop on deceleration. QUESTION::: Do you loose ALL the rumble pop OR is it just reduced??? I'd like to smooth out the sound with the X,,,but I'd HATE to loose ALL the rumble pop!!
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RATS
!!! I was hoping there would still be a little bit left,,maybe at a reduced level and/or a little more muted level. I like to downshift slowing for a stop just to hear the wind down growl followed by a little rumble pop
!! Oh well probably still put it on anyhow
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!!! I was hoping there would still be a little bit left,,maybe at a reduced level and/or a little more muted level. I like to downshift slowing for a stop just to hear the wind down growl followed by a little rumble pop!! Oh well probably still put it on anyhow!!
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