I have a 2004 sedan and the wife agreed to get me exhaust for Xmas. But, it can't be too much

So.....I trust your opinions...

Borla
HKS
Greddy
Nismo
Stillen, ETC

Let me know what you think and why. So far to me, it's between Borla and Stillen. I want a nice deep sound, no ricey rasping sound.

thanks
mike

2004 G35 sedan. Silver/graphite, Premium, sport, aero package. Z-tube, K&N

 

I think you can flip a coin between the two, both good quality items.

 

About 4-5 months ago I went with the Stillen because they were the only manufacturer who directly stated & advertised their HP gains. (+22 HP)

At the time I couldn't find any numbers for Borla. For all I knew, it may not change HP at all... And I wanted HP gain...You may be able to find Borla HP numbers out there somewhere (mabey even on this board) but I don't know specifically where. I think it would be safe to say Borla will have good gains.

Depending on your tastes, the Stillen is somewhat loud. I don't like the sound but others do. For the most part, the Stillen is a well engineered system designed for performance. The materials and build quality are TOP notch. The Stillen may very well be the highest performance catback on the market.

OTOH, I've read on this board that Borla sounds really good and very few have said it was too loud.

Try going to a G35 GTG. You may have a chance to see/hear both systems.

2004 G35 6MT Blk/Blk Sedan Stillen Air, Stillen Exhaust

 

Hydrazine, Thanks for the response. I have read all the posts on this site regarding exhaust for the sedan and it does come down to borla and Stillen.
We have a meet planned in Houston this weekend, so hopefully i can hear some different exhaust notes.
I also read about the Borla being more quiet than the Stillen.
But considering I haven't heard a sound clip of either on a sedan, I can't make that judgment my self.

Thanks again
mike

2004 G35 sedan. Silver/graphite, Premium, sport, aero package. Z-tube, K&N

 

I've gotten alot of feedback from people and I certainly appreciate it.
For now, it looks like Stillen is in the lead, for looks of quality of product and that it produces more power.

Let me know your opinions.

thanks
mike

2004 G35 sedan. Silver/graphite, Premium, sport, aero package. Z-tube, K&N

 

Borla and Test pipes gave me crazy gains, changed the whole manor of the car and sounds deep and SICK, no rasp at all!! Stillen looks better though lol, dont know much about #'s except for what they state (Stillen) Both are good, cant go wrong with either one!


Martin
2003.5 BS G35
Nismo Aero/Sport Package
0-60 5.4 - 1/4 Mile 14.16 *GTech* and on 19's!!

 

I did a little more research and head that alot of people are having issues with the droning on Stillen and Borla. Some to a point that it's unbearable.
Anyone have this issue.

thanks
mike

2004 G35 sedan. Silver/graphite, Premium, sport, aero package. Z-tube, K&N

 

hum.....FUJI all the way. Just changed from Borla... REad my post:

Click here.....

Ed

2003 Transport V35SKYLINE. Team Transport! www.teamtransport.org

 

Borla. The tone is gorgeous, and the drone actually is unnoticable after you drive it for a few days. I actually like it, though... The fact that it's true dual gives it a great classic, non-rice roughness. I briefly considered the Fuji, but I thought it sounded and looked a little too rice for me.

G

"If my critics were told I could walk on water, they would say, 'But he can't swim.'"

Black/Willow Sedan. Check profile for specs.

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GeoBau

How is the fit and finish of the Borla. Some people have said that the bands used to seal the pipes might leak, and or isn't as nice as the Stillen.
Considering that it's under the car, I'm not too interested in seeing anything other than the tips.

Also, did you feel any increase in power?

Thanks
mike

2004 G35 sedan. Silver/graphite, Premium, sport, aero package. Z-tube, K&N

 

If you fit it correctly, there's no problem at all. It's all in the install...

I had a few things done to my car at the same time that I threw on the exhaust, so I can't attribute the power boost (and there definitely is one) to solely the exhaust.

All you see is the tips peeking out under the bumper, with BORLA emblazened on top of them. Classy, simple.

Throw a Pop/Z or CAI on it, and boy does it sound sweet.

G

"If my critics were told I could walk on water, they would say, 'But he can't swim.'"

Black/Willow Sedan. Check profile for specs.

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PS- If you want any particular sound clips, let me know and I'll grab some.

G

"If my critics were told I could walk on water, they would say, 'But he can't swim.'"

Black/Willow Sedan. Check profile for specs.

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Geobau,

Thanks for the information. I already have a z-tube and K&N, so the sound might be as good.

If you have clips I want them, add to my research.
If you could..send them to mepperson@gmail.com. Large enough email place to see them all.

Again, thanks for the info.
mike

2004 G35 sedan. Silver/graphite, Premium, sport, aero package. Z-tube, K&N

 

Offtopic. My friend just moved to Vegas saying how tired he is of Bay Area's rainy winter. LOL

***04 G35s 5AT/Sport***
***04 Volvo XC90 T6***

 

Sweet...thanks Geobau.

2004 G35 sedan. Silver/graphite, Premium, sport, aero package. Z-tube, K&N