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post Jan 14 2012, 08:59 AM
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post Jan 14 2012, 09:01 AM
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post Jan 14 2012, 09:02 AM
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post Jan 14 2012, 09:09 AM
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Looks good, now get it on the car and let's see your notching skills.
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post Jan 14 2012, 10:04 AM
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Good stuff, I loved mine!
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post Jan 14 2012, 11:13 AM
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Post some audio on The Tube after install so we can all dream:-)
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post Jan 14 2012, 12:10 PM
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very nice, that center tube looks like the perfect place for an 02 sensoe also....
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post Jan 14 2012, 12:14 PM
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post Jan 14 2012, 12:55 PM
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post Jan 14 2012, 01:00 PM
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post Jan 14 2012, 01:12 PM
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Ok, its installed and it was easy as pie...Everyting lined up perfectly and it looks great. I took the valacne off for now, but it needs to go back on for the cleaner look. I am nervous on the notching part. Im thinking of wussing out and taking it to a fabricator who can make the notch and be able to roll the sheetmetal like the other side.

Just a thought, is there a fiberglass alternative? I feel a litle easier cutting fiberglass instead of the metal and may explore that idea.

Anyway, the sound! WOW! The prior header/muffler had a higher pitched "raspy" sound, which was nice, but the Triad has a much deeper, mellow tone and "growls". I wont say it sounds like a six, but it sounds like a big four! So far, so good.

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post Jan 14 2012, 01:20 PM
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That looks awesome! Do they also make them for a 1.7 too? Where can I get one?
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post Jan 14 2012, 01:47 PM
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If you don't have the capabilities to beat a dented-up valance back into shape and cut the extra opening, I'd try to locate a fiberglass valance (they are available) as to not hack up a good steel one.

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... and yes, Triad will manufacture exhausts for 1.7L 4 ~ 3.8L 6

Buy new: http://triadwestperformance.com/ ... or keep your eyes open for used ones in the classifieds
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post Jan 14 2012, 01:59 PM
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QUOTE(914Bryan @ Jan 14 2012, 12:12 PM) *
Ok, its installed and it was easy as pie...Everyting lined up perfectly and it looks great. I took the valacne off for now, but it needs to go back on for the cleaner look. I am nervous on the notching part. Im thinking of wussing out and taking it to a fabricator who can make the notch and be able to roll the sheetmetal like the other side.

Just a thought, is there a fiberglass alternative? I feel a litle easier cutting fiberglass instead of the metal and may explore that idea.

Anyway, the sound! WOW! The prior header/muffler had a higher pitched "raspy" sound, which was nice, but the Triad has a much deeper, mellow tone and "growls". I wont say it sounds like a six, but it sounds like a big four! So far, so good.

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It does sound like a big 4. You're going to love that thing. I love mine. Best 914/4 exhaust I've ever heard.
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post Jan 14 2012, 03:22 PM
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QUOTE(914Bryan @ Jan 14 2012, 11:12 AM) *

Ok, its installed and it was easy as pie...Everyting lined up perfectly and it looks great. I took the valacne off for now, but it needs to go back on for the cleaner look. I am nervous on the notching part. Im thinking of wussing out and taking it to a fabricator who can make the notch and be able to roll the sheetmetal like the other side.

Just a thought, is there a fiberglass alternative? I feel a litle easier cutting fiberglass instead of the metal and may explore that idea.

Anyway, the sound! WOW! The prior header/muffler had a higher pitched "raspy" sound, which was nice, but the Triad has a much deeper, mellow tone and "growls". I wont say it sounds like a six, but it sounds like a big four! So far, so good.

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BAD ASS! I only have the early single outlet version
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post Jan 14 2012, 03:44 PM
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that is pretty freakin bad ass. is there room on the back side of the single vertical tube for an o2 sensor?
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post Jan 14 2012, 04:30 PM
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QUOTE(wingnut86 @ Jan 14 2012, 12:13 PM) *

Post some audio on The Tube after install so we can all dream:-)

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do that for those that have not heard- but i'll just go out the garage (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif)

I think you will like!! i have had mine for 2 years, nice sound , not tinney, but not too loud at all cruising either- a great balance.

enjoy- and post some pictures when you get her in place!!


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QUOTE(mrbubblehead @ Jan 14 2012, 01:10 PM) *

very nice, that center tube looks like the perfect place for an 02 sensoe also....

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) i'm pretty sure that is where my o2 is going- center back of the center collector---

and i just saw your last post- looks nice!!!! i will put one on my next car too!!(yep, planning another purchase soon i hope!)
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post Jan 15 2012, 05:35 PM
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Great system and definitely makes the -4 sound more imposing. I'm convinced I picked up mid-range torque too.
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post Jan 15 2012, 06:48 PM
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QUOTE(Philip W. @ Jan 14 2012, 02:30 PM) *

QUOTE(wingnut86 @ Jan 14 2012, 12:13 PM) *

Post some audio on The Tube after install so we can all dream:-)

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do that for those that have not heard- but i'll just go out the garage (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif)

I think you will like!! i have had mine for 2 years, nice sound , not tinney, but not too loud at all cruising either- a great balance.

enjoy- and post some pictures when you get her in place!!


Noticed that your head pipes are kicked up at the flange compared to mine that are straight back. Is that the way they came or did you change some things around??
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