Apexi : GT Spec cat-back system
02-11-03, 02:09 PM
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Apexi : GT Spec cat-back system
GT SPEC MUFFLER
The Ultimate Exhaust - Form and Function
High-end power, includes silencer
"GT Spec Mufflers are our flagship line of exhaust systems. These race-bred exhaust systems were engineered to handle extremely high-horsepower applications. A'PEX is the only company in Japan to own and operate a 95mm (3.74 inch) mandrel pipe bender at this time. We proudly incorporate this 95mm piping on select applications to offer exhaust systems unmatched by any other manufacturer. Pipes for the GT Series are designed with minimal amount of bends and the canisters project at an angle like the N-1. The GT Series pipes and canisters are constructed of polished SUS 304 stainless steel. The 115mm polished tip give the GT Spec Mufflers an aggressive, yet refined style. All GT Spec Mufflers include the Super Silencer, which can reduce noise levels by up to 7 decibels." (www.apexi-usa.com/exhausts_gtspec.asp)
What do you guys think about the Apexi : GT Spec cat-back exhaust system? Anyone have one? I've noticed that most people go with the N1, why is that?
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Isaac
The Ultimate Exhaust - Form and Function
High-end power, includes silencer
"GT Spec Mufflers are our flagship line of exhaust systems. These race-bred exhaust systems were engineered to handle extremely high-horsepower applications. A'PEX is the only company in Japan to own and operate a 95mm (3.74 inch) mandrel pipe bender at this time. We proudly incorporate this 95mm piping on select applications to offer exhaust systems unmatched by any other manufacturer. Pipes for the GT Series are designed with minimal amount of bends and the canisters project at an angle like the N-1. The GT Series pipes and canisters are constructed of polished SUS 304 stainless steel. The 115mm polished tip give the GT Spec Mufflers an aggressive, yet refined style. All GT Spec Mufflers include the Super Silencer, which can reduce noise levels by up to 7 decibels." (www.apexi-usa.com/exhausts_gtspec.asp)
What do you guys think about the Apexi : GT Spec cat-back exhaust system? Anyone have one? I've noticed that most people go with the N1, why is that?
Thanks,
Isaac
02-11-03, 02:24 PM
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Hey Isaac,
This is Dan. Since we live within two hours of corksport I would have to say that for us the best buy would be to go with their catback. it's only $300 and the only downside to it is the driver side exit, otherwise I would see no benefits to the apex over the corksport. You might have seen some pics of it on the forum it looks like it is pretty good quality. Go buy one so I can check it out in person.
This is Dan. Since we live within two hours of corksport I would have to say that for us the best buy would be to go with their catback. it's only $300 and the only downside to it is the driver side exit, otherwise I would see no benefits to the apex over the corksport. You might have seen some pics of it on the forum it looks like it is pretty good quality. Go buy one so I can check it out in person.
02-12-03, 12:58 AM
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Originally posted by nad1967
Hey Isaac,
This is Dan. Since we live within two hours of corksport I would have to say that for us the best buy would be to go with their catback. it's only $300 and the only downside to it is the driver side exit, otherwise I would see no benefits to the apex over the corksport. You might have seen some pics of it on the forum it looks like it is pretty good quality. Go buy one so I can check it out in person.
Hey Isaac,
This is Dan. Since we live within two hours of corksport I would have to say that for us the best buy would be to go with their catback. it's only $300 and the only downside to it is the driver side exit, otherwise I would see no benefits to the apex over the corksport. You might have seen some pics of it on the forum it looks like it is pretty good quality. Go buy one so I can check it out in person.
You missed the meet on Saturday, it went pretty well.
I've been considering buying the Corksport exhaust for quite some time and the price is the only thing that has kept my interest. I've heard that the quality of the system is questionable and that they are on backorder for the next couple of months. I plan to email Corksport soon to find out a little more information about the exhaust. There website is less than helpful!
The driver's side exit is a little weird at first but actually provides the fewest number of bends for the exhaust gas route, or so I've been told. The Apexi system is leaps and bounds above the Corksport in terms of design and quality, but is it worth the price? I'm still not sold on it.
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02-12-03, 01:01 AM
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Originally posted by Ericdrivesrx-7
I just ordered the GT exhaust. The piping is fairly large and apexi is good quality. I also wanted to keep the noise down.
I just ordered the GT exhaust. The piping is fairly large and apexi is good quality. I also wanted to keep the noise down.
Thanks,
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02-12-03, 01:05 AM
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Originally posted by bl|nk
hopefully i'll know how it sounds soon if I could figure out why i'm not getting spark to my new motor [/B]
hopefully i'll know how it sounds soon if I could figure out why i'm not getting spark to my new motor
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The system looks awesome on you T2!
How much did you pay for the system and where did you order it from? Thanks again, love the car,
Isaac
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02-12-03, 02:10 AM
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www.sportcarmotion.com
think it was like 550 shipped.
http://bling.imperial.org/ProjectTII/ <--- more pictures their if you want to see
unfortunately I don't know how it sounds yet.. I should soon though hopefully tomarrow or thursday.. I just have to figure out where a wiring gremlin is hiding at
think it was like 550 shipped.
http://bling.imperial.org/ProjectTII/ <--- more pictures their if you want to see
unfortunately I don't know how it sounds yet.. I should soon though hopefully tomarrow or thursday.. I just have to figure out where a wiring gremlin is hiding at
02-12-03, 11:20 PM
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Originally posted by bl|nk
www.sportcarmotion.com
think it was like 550 shipped.
http://bling.imperial.org/ProjectTII/ <--- more pictures their if you want to see
unfortunately I don't know how it sounds yet.. I should soon though hopefully tomarrow or thursday.. I just have to figure out where a wiring gremlin is hiding at
www.sportcarmotion.com
think it was like 550 shipped.
http://bling.imperial.org/ProjectTII/ <--- more pictures their if you want to see
unfortunately I don't know how it sounds yet.. I should soon though hopefully tomarrow or thursday.. I just have to figure out where a wiring gremlin is hiding at
Thanks for the great pics. Good luck with the project, let me know how it turns out.Later bro,
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Originally posted by Ericdrivesrx-7
I just ordered the GT exhaust. The piping is fairly large and apexi is good quality. I also wanted to keep the noise down.
I just ordered the GT exhaust. The piping is fairly large and apexi is good quality. I also wanted to keep the noise down.
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03-05-03, 03:45 PM
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Originally posted by ggyygg88
i see the gt spec goin for 500 on the rotary xecret site. has anyone called to verified their price? theyre a good 50 bucks below anyones price...hope its not a typo
i see the gt spec goin for 500 on the rotary xecret site. has anyone called to verified their price? theyre a good 50 bucks below anyones price...hope its not a typo
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03-05-03, 08:31 PM
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Are there two different versions of the GT exhaust because mine is a passenger side exit. When I was Looking into buying it , I thought it was drivers all the pictures I saw showed that, but when I got it it was passenger. And yes I am sure it is the ApexI GT Spec.
Here is a link to some pics.
http://r-drx-7r-d.netfirms.com/RDRDR.html
Here is a link to some pics.
http://r-drx-7r-d.netfirms.com/RDRDR.html
03-05-03, 10:23 PM
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Originally posted by rymnryan
Are there two different versions of the GT exhaust because mine is a passenger side exit. When I was Looking into buying it , I thought it was drivers all the pictures I saw showed that, but when I got it it was passenger. And yes I am sure it is the ApexI GT Spec.
Here is a link to some pics.
http://r-drx-7r-d.netfirms.com/RDRDR.html
Are there two different versions of the GT exhaust because mine is a passenger side exit. When I was Looking into buying it , I thought it was drivers all the pictures I saw showed that, but when I got it it was passenger. And yes I am sure it is the ApexI GT Spec.
Here is a link to some pics.
http://r-drx-7r-d.netfirms.com/RDRDR.html
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03-05-03, 10:43 PM
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Originally posted by rymnryan
Are there two different versions of the GT exhaust because mine is a passenger side exit. When I was Looking into buying it , I thought it was drivers all the pictures I saw showed that, but when I got it it was passenger. And yes I am sure it is the ApexI GT Spec.
Here is a link to some pics.
http://r-drx-7r-d.netfirms.com/RDRDR.html
Are there two different versions of the GT exhaust because mine is a passenger side exit. When I was Looking into buying it , I thought it was drivers all the pictures I saw showed that, but when I got it it was passenger. And yes I am sure it is the ApexI GT Spec.
Here is a link to some pics.
http://r-drx-7r-d.netfirms.com/RDRDR.html
maybe you got some of the first ones or something? hehe
03-06-03, 07:02 AM
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Originally posted by 88fc3sw/HX83
There is only 1 version of the GT spec, the one you have that exits on the passenger side is the cheaper N1 version.
There is only 1 version of the GT spec, the one you have that exits on the passenger side is the cheaper N1 version.
Mother ******. I think you are right. I ordered the GT but i think I got the N1. They screwed up my order. It took them forever to ship the god damn thing so that is probably where they screwed it up. That could one reason why I didn't get the included silencer. I even have reason to believe that they charged me the extra $100 also. That was about 6 months ago that I bought that, I doubt I have a reciept. But if anybody is intrersted I bought it from rxecret7.com. Guess who is pissed?
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that really sucks.. i'd be looking for a reciept. I keep all my reciepts in a file just so I know i have them all.
is your piping like a purplish color like it's been coated or is it the same as mine all stainless and shiny?
is your piping like a purplish color like it's been coated or is it the same as mine all stainless and shiny?
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Its purple. When 88fc3sw/HX83 said what he thought I had, I was like "no" and started looking for picture proof. When I bought it all of the pics where the same. So now I go back and look and the site has been updated and I see the pic of the GT then I look at the pic of the N1 and son of a bitch he is right and I am pissed
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Don't get me wrong I am happy with the exhaust. It is the money issue, which i don't even really care about now. If I was to get the GT I would have to remodify my rear end. I have the drivers side exit blocked off .