New owner: X-pipe questions!
04-14-2018, 04:01 PM
#1
Heel & Toe
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New owner: X-pipe questions!
Hello everyone! New '19 Grand Sport M7 owner here!
I'm looking to get the Borla x-pipe and I was wondering if anyone knew of any good deals out there. More so hoping for vendor responses 
For any Texas members or heavy emission state members - Does the Borla x-pipe cause problems with you passing the smog/emissions test that is required? I know this x-pipe deletes the secondary cats, and I'm not sure if I would run into the smog test problems with this or not. I imagine not.
I'm also targeting the stage 2 aero winglets for the spoiler. Any good deals out there on these?
I'm thinking about getting the "poverty" front splitter painted the carbon flash black metallic to match the side skirts and spoiler instead of just the grainy plastic black. Anyone have a good estimated price I should be targeting for. I'm not experienced with external modifications to cars, especially a Vette, and I want to make sure I get it done right the first time without being overcharged. Is this something I can/should request the dealer to do to make sure it's done proper? Or maybe that's too far-fetched due to overpricing (stealership).
Also, quick question about the fuse 42 pull for the disabled NPP exhaust. Any long term problems with just keeping the fuse pulled or are the necessary work-arounds posted needed to avoid any potential problems from occurring. I'd pretty much rather take the easy way and just pull the sucker out, but if there are long term problems associated with that then I'll avoid it. Not trying to mess up a new car with only 300 miles on it.
Thanks for all the input and advice! Feels great to be a part of the Vette community!
Jayson
For any Texas members or heavy emission state members - Does the Borla x-pipe cause problems with you passing the smog/emissions test that is required? I know this x-pipe deletes the secondary cats, and I'm not sure if I would run into the smog test problems with this or not. I imagine not.
I'm thinking about getting the "poverty" front splitter painted the carbon flash black metallic to match the side skirts and spoiler instead of just the grainy plastic black. Anyone have a good estimated price I should be targeting for. I'm not experienced with external modifications to cars, especially a Vette, and I want to make sure I get it done right the first time without being overcharged. Is this something I can/should request the dealer to do to make sure it's done proper? Or maybe that's too far-fetched due to overpricing (stealership).
Also, quick question about the fuse 42 pull for the disabled NPP exhaust. Any long term problems with just keeping the fuse pulled or are the necessary work-arounds posted needed to avoid any potential problems from occurring. I'd pretty much rather take the easy way and just pull the sucker out, but if there are long term problems associated with that then I'll avoid it. Not trying to mess up a new car with only 300 miles on it.
Thanks for all the input and advice! Feels great to be a part of the Vette community!
Jayson
Last edited by nosyaj; 04-14-2018 at 10:38 PM.
04-14-2018, 05:09 PM
#4
Heel & Toe
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Another quick question I forgot to ask which I'll add to the OP:
For any Texas members or heavy emission state members - Does the Borla x-pipe cause problems with you passing the smog/emissions test that is required? I know this x-pipe deletes the secondary cats, and I'm not sure if I would run into the smog test problems with this or not. I imagine not.
Thanks again,
Jayson
For any Texas members or heavy emission state members - Does the Borla x-pipe cause problems with you passing the smog/emissions test that is required? I know this x-pipe deletes the secondary cats, and I'm not sure if I would run into the smog test problems with this or not. I imagine not.
Thanks again,
Jayson
04-14-2018, 05:21 PM
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Obviously you're looking for better sound. Borla Xpipe will help with that, fuse 42 pull ,no long term problems First thing I did on ours and my wife's 2008 c6, even though ours is a base with Z51 package I installed the stage 3 winglets ( yours is sooooo much easier) I believe my wife got them off Ebay. Not sure about getting carbon flash paint.
04-14-2018, 06:11 PM
#6
Heel & Toe
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Obviously you're looking for better sound. Borla Xpipe will help with that, fuse 42 pull ,no long term problems First thing I did on ours and my wife's 2008 c6, even though ours is a base with Z51 package I installed the stage 3 winglets ( yours is sooooo much easier) I believe my wife got them off Ebay. Not sure about getting carbon flash paint.
The only reason I was asking as far as any long term problems was because of this video:
Thanks again!
Jayson
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04-14-2018, 07:26 PM
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Hello everyone! New '19 Grand Sport owner here!
I'm looking to get the Borla x-pipe and I was wondering if anyone knew of any good deals out there. More so hoping for vendor responses
For any Texas members or heavy emission state members - Does the Borla x-pipe cause problems with you passing the smog/emissions test that is required? I know this x-pipe deletes the secondary cats, and I'm not sure if I would run into the smog test problems with this or not. I imagine not.
I'm also targeting the stage 2 aero winglets for the spoiler. Any good deals out there on these?
I'm thinking about getting the "poverty" front splitter painted the carbon flash black metallic to match the side skirts and spoiler instead of just the grainy plastic black. Anyone have a good estimated price I should be targeting for. I'm not experienced with external modifications to cars, especially a Vette, and I want to make sure I get it done right the first time without being overcharged. Is this something I can/should request the dealer to do to make sure it's done proper? Or maybe that's too far-fetched due to overpricing (stealership).
Also, quick question about the fuse 42 pull for the disabled NPP exhaust. Any long term problems with just keeping the fuse pulled or are the necessary work-arounds posted needed to avoid any potential problems from occurring. I'd pretty much rather take the easy way and just pull the sucker out, but if there are long term problems associated with that then I'll avoid it. Not trying to mess up a new car with only 300 miles on it.
Thanks for all the input and advice! Feels great to be a part of the Vette community!
Jayson
I'm looking to get the Borla x-pipe and I was wondering if anyone knew of any good deals out there. More so hoping for vendor responses
For any Texas members or heavy emission state members - Does the Borla x-pipe cause problems with you passing the smog/emissions test that is required? I know this x-pipe deletes the secondary cats, and I'm not sure if I would run into the smog test problems with this or not. I imagine not.
I'm also targeting the stage 2 aero winglets for the spoiler. Any good deals out there on these?
I'm thinking about getting the "poverty" front splitter painted the carbon flash black metallic to match the side skirts and spoiler instead of just the grainy plastic black. Anyone have a good estimated price I should be targeting for. I'm not experienced with external modifications to cars, especially a Vette, and I want to make sure I get it done right the first time without being overcharged. Is this something I can/should request the dealer to do to make sure it's done proper? Or maybe that's too far-fetched due to overpricing (stealership).
Also, quick question about the fuse 42 pull for the disabled NPP exhaust. Any long term problems with just keeping the fuse pulled or are the necessary work-arounds posted needed to avoid any potential problems from occurring. I'd pretty much rather take the easy way and just pull the sucker out, but if there are long term problems associated with that then I'll avoid it. Not trying to mess up a new car with only 300 miles on it.
Thanks for all the input and advice! Feels great to be a part of the Vette community!
Jayson
Bill
04-14-2018, 07:38 PM
#9
Heel & Toe
Thread Starter
Thanks,
Jayson
04-14-2018, 08:02 PM
#10
i had the fused pulled for the last 3000 miles. 2014 Z51, no problems except it’s still not loud enough.
04-14-2018, 10:31 PM
#11
Race Director
The A8 Z06 with the settings on track will still close the valves at low rpm, cruise conditions. I pulled #42 and there is a difference.
04-14-2018, 10:37 PM
#12
Heel & Toe
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Last edited by nosyaj; 04-14-2018 at 10:37 PM.
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nosyaj (04-16-2018)
04-16-2018, 07:57 PM
#14
Heel & Toe
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Thanks for the great deal Josh!!!
I'm still looking for anyone with any sort of experience with paint shops. I'm not sure what kind of price range I should be shooting for to paint the "poverty" splitter. Any input would be greatly appreciated!
Jayson
I'm still looking for anyone with any sort of experience with paint shops. I'm not sure what kind of price range I should be shooting for to paint the "poverty" splitter. Any input would be greatly appreciated!
Jayson
04-16-2018, 08:13 PM
#15
Burning Brakes
Don't get me wrong it is better, but my X pipe (Borla) didn't make a huge difference. Maybe 10% louder. Still glad I did it.
04-20-2018, 01:16 PM
#16
I'm in the DFW also and have a 2015 Z51. I am running the Borla X-pipe with the Magna Flow Competition Series exhaust system, mild to wild and a cold air setup. I just had mine inspected to get tag renewal and had no problem passing emissions. I can say the X pipe alone was not loud to me so I purchased the Magna Flow system and installed it. I can say there is a huge difference in the sound inside and outside with this setup. I love it loud but my neighbors do know when I'm coming and going.
04-21-2018, 05:09 PM
#19
Pro
Yes,, I think he's stuck with the Borla x pipes as from what I understand every header brand has there own x-pipe that will only fit there specific headers. So depending on what he wants to do he might just want to sell the x pipe and re examine his plan. Headers are the best bang for the buck if someone is willing to go that route. Good Luck
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spinkick (04-21-2018)
04-21-2018, 07:33 PM
#20
Melting Slicks
Yes,, I think he's stuck with the Borla x pipes as from what I understand every header brand has there own x-pipe that will only fit there specific headers. So depending on what he wants to do he might just want to sell the x pipe and re examine his plan. Headers are the best bang for the buck if someone is willing to go that route. Good Luck