I Cant Drive 55 Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 How did it match up to your exhaust?, and which one do you have? I'm 99% on an AutoSpeed CBE. But before I make the plunge, I'd like one last go around at this. Because after this purchase it's Stage 2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subleg05gt Posted October 10, 2007 Share Posted October 10, 2007 i went with a greddy evo2 CBE. It just looked rediculous when u compare it to the stock exhuast. Just check the review forum ________ Problems From Wellbutrin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lgtgirl06 Posted October 11, 2007 Share Posted October 11, 2007 I was thinking Autospeed too. Let me know how you like it. Also check the reviews. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Cant Drive 55 Posted October 12, 2007 Author Share Posted October 12, 2007 Just ordered the AutoSpeed CBE. Only thing left is the etune from TDC. Maybe some kartboy hangers? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sic GT Posted October 13, 2007 Share Posted October 13, 2007 I recently installed the 2 piece Perrin 48 state legal catted downpipe ( 1 cat per piece for a total of 2) This thing was unbeliveable, flanges were incredibly warped, wrong gasket included when shipped & did not properly align to the factory exhaust hanger location so I had to fabricate a new hanger w/ an extension. The entire process was pretty ridiculous geting the downpipe to install correctly but everything fits well now & the performance is real nice. I would say beware w/ Perrin parts. After this issue & the sway bar fitment issue I would think twice about purchasing from them again. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boostjunkie Posted October 13, 2007 Share Posted October 13, 2007 Good ole Perrin fitment I also cannot imagine why anyone would waste $700+ to put 2 cats back in their car :huh: Even though the cats are 48 state legal, it is still against the law to run them. You cannot legally replace cats with non OEM replacement while the car is still under the manufacturers extended emissions warranty (typically 80,000-100,000 miles). So if you are going to be illegal, then you might as well run something that will substantially help the performance of the car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tommypenguin Posted October 13, 2007 Share Posted October 13, 2007 Another issue with Perrin fitment, I am not surprised one bit. That sucks you paid so much money for that two piece dp and you still had to do some fab to get it on. I will not buy perrin parts again after my expereiences with them, not impressed with fitment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taskforcefreddy Posted October 13, 2007 Share Posted October 13, 2007 The autospeed has a really nice sound. Not ricey at all, sounds almost european like. On the highway, you can barely notice it. When you open it up, it sounds sweet. Fitment can be an issue but that seems to be the case with all of them. To be honest, this was the only after market mod that I had someone else (Mufflers Unlimited) do for me as a CBE can be one of those things that takes you 2 hours or 2 days to complete. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squishyface Posted October 13, 2007 Share Posted October 13, 2007 I also had to get some fab work done. I have SP2 CBE the second flange on the perring had to be cut halfway, bent downward, and welded back together for a "perfect" fit. Yes Perrin blue print sucks, but the performance with the cat's is pretty impressive. I called Perrin prior to making these fabs letting them know I was doing this, and that they needed to readdress their fabrication. They did gurantee the warranty even though I had to cut the DP and also PDX was doing the work. I agree with Boostjunkie, why would someone pay $700 to put two cats on their car? Well when you get a hell of a deal on a new part...it's hard to say no...that is the ONLY reason I went with Perrin, even though I had a Used Cobb one piece catted in my garage that I sold. and still saved $$$. OH $hit, my wife just drove off in my car to get food, and she hammered it...hope it's still in one piece gotta go.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Cant Drive 55 Posted October 14, 2007 Author Share Posted October 14, 2007 Well the reason why I got the Perrin was because it was 3", and the Autospeed was 3". I can't return the Perrin stuff... Someone else will be doing the install though. I'm getting worried now. How the hell can a company remain in business if everything they make doesn't fit? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squishyface Posted October 15, 2007 Share Posted October 15, 2007 Well the reason why I got the Perrin was because it was 3"' date=' and the Autospeed was 3". I can't return the Perrin stuff... Someone else will be doing the install though. I'm getting worried now. How the hell can a company remain in business if everything they make doesn't fit?[/quote'] Well in defense of Perrin and other aftermarket exhaust manufactuerers... I have tried to fit AVO, Perrin, and Cobb and ALL of them had fitment issues. Subaru doesn't make it easy to outfit their cars with aftermarket components. Perrin does have some quality parts. However they specialize in a "niche" market. Therefore, they will always be in business as long as retailers keep ordering their parts. All in all, I would not be too worried about your purchase. As long as you are getting the install done by someone you trust then you are okay. Maybe you will have a simple modification here, or there, but you should be okay in the long run. I am very happy with my DP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Cant Drive 55 Posted October 15, 2007 Author Share Posted October 15, 2007 Thanks. I was worried for a minute. The mechanic I'm going to has been one his whole life. I'm sure he's seen some parts that don't fit 100%. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NutBucket Posted October 15, 2007 Share Posted October 15, 2007 Good ole Perrin fitment I also cannot imagine why anyone would waste $700+ to put 2 cats back in their car :huh: Even though the cats are 48 state legal, it is still against the law to run them. You cannot legally replace cats with non OEM replacement while the car is still under the manufacturers extended emissions warranty (typically 80,000-100,000 miles). So if you are going to be illegal, then you might as well run something that will substantially help the performance of the car. Yeah, I have to agree with you here Boost. That said, my Perrin 1 piece DP fits fine...with a stock mid-pipe anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squishyface Posted October 15, 2007 Share Posted October 15, 2007 yeah nutbucket, keeping your stock mid pipe is a good idea if you can't or don't get SPT exhaust. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NutBucket Posted October 16, 2007 Share Posted October 16, 2007 I figure the stock mid isn't worth replacing at this point. I already got Prodrive cans so my only real upgrade path is a Perrin mid....which had better fit! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squishyface Posted October 16, 2007 Share Posted October 16, 2007 Unless you want to get that pillow sized resonator off of the car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NutBucket Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Meh. Not worth 300 more bones for some more noise and a modest power gain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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