Exhaust systems

[That NISMO Life]

Hi All,

As most of us do, i want an exhaust system that roars down the road... loud

I dont know a thing about exhausts really and i am just wondering if to achieve this, i can simply change the tailpipe and muffler (if so will 2 be louder than exit) or if i need to change the centre pipe, Catalytic Converter, manifold etc.

Anyone shed some light on this? I dont want to spend too much. Preferably around £200 but dont want to go over £500.

To give a little background. I have a MX-5 1.6l Mk2.5 2004 Euphonic Facelift model (NB-Fl). The standard Mk2 has the same exhaust layout so should fit (NB).

This is apparently the best place to go for a bolt on exhaust but wouldn't mind custom if it wont be too much. Again i have no idea how much this will be.
http://www.ilmotorsport.de/shop/index.php5?lang=EN

Thanks all!

[hondansx]

I would head to the Mazda forums for some owners opinions really. Imagine with the MX5 there is a huge amount of choice, from more official brands such as Mazdaspeed, to the usual Jap tuners (e.g. HKS), to UK companies like BBR.

You can get things pretty loud with just a cat-back exhaust, but i think you have to be careful with 4cyls (perhaps the Mazda Twincam has a bit of character to help you there) as it can tend to sound like a broken exhaust if you go too far. Inevitably, noise is linked to boom too.

A big restriction in noise is the cat. Some systems are designed better than others for an easy swap for MOT time. These days you can also get system with valves to have a quiet and loud mode.

[Hudson]

If the elusive VOSA patrol (never seen one in my life) stop you for a spot check and you're running a decat, just hope they brought lube with them.

I had the 'zorst on my Focus ST de-resonated, so the center box (which is near the back of the car, go figure) is now a straight pipe into the standard backbox - massive difference and cost me about £50-£60, if you're handy with a grinder then it'll cost you a lot less.

I imagine there are plenty of standard MX5 exhaust systems for sale for cheap so it's an easily reversible process and will give you a taste for what you're really after noise wise.

Also, YouTube videos are ok for getting a general idea, but never sound anywhere near as good as real life.

edit - all of this is irrelevant if you only have the one silencer, d'oh!

Edited by Hudson on Monday 23 March 13:50

[SirSquidalot]

The MX5 parts back box is pretty good!

I have this one and its pretty nice sounding http://www.mx5parts.co.uk/stainless-steel-exhaust-...

Edited by SirSquidalot on Monday 23 March 14:06

[R2T2]

I'd also look at a custom system.

I'm getting a custom Cat-back stainless 2.5" exhaust made infront of me with a lifetime warranty and custom tips (ooh-err!) for £330.

[Claudia Skies]

Hudson said:

I had the 'zorst on my Focus ST de-resonated,

Saw one this morning with the "Ford" badge removed and replaced by one which said "ASBO".

http://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-an-asbo-badge-on-...

[That NISMO Life]

R2T2 said:

I'd also look at a custom system.

I'm getting a custom Cat-back stainless 2.5" exhaust made infront of me with a lifetime warranty and custom tips (ooh-err!) for £330.

Thanks for that!

I've had a look at these guys. They usually do cat back from 299 but have a special offer atm starting at £199. They also said for like upgraded tip its £25 extra etc. Could you take a look at the website and let me know what you think?

http://www.styledynamics.co.uk/index.php

Thanks

[That NISMO Life]

Claudia Skies said:

Saw one this morning with the "Ford" badge removed and replaced by one which said "ASBO".

http://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-an-asbo-badge-on-...

Love that 'asbo' badge!!

If im not mistaken, that is what Jeremy Clarkson called the ST when it first appeared on top gear lol

(also a saintary towel) lol

[R2T2]

That NISMO Life said:

R2T2 said:

I'd also look at a custom system.

I'm getting a custom Cat-back stainless 2.5" exhaust made infront of me with a lifetime warranty and custom tips (ooh-err!) for £330.

Thanks for that!

I've had a look at these guys. They usually do cat back from 299 but have a special offer atm starting at £199. They also said for like upgraded tip its £25 extra etc. Could you take a look at the website and let me know what you think?

http://www.styledynamics.co.uk/index.php

Thanks

They look okay, do your research on the place and see what people on the forums say about the company.

I'm going to infinity exhausts in Bristol and are seen as one of the best in the region.

[Henry Fiddleton]

Super-loud sounds totally naff (you are welcome to do what you want).

There are some great exhausts out there for the Mx5 which will give good sound - and not just make "loud noise".

FYI - my track car runs a stock system, and I only recently got an (warm air!) induction kit for some noise.

Good luck - cobolt off ebay are meant to cheap ish and sound good.

[That NISMO Life]

Henry Fiddleton said:

Super-loud sounds totally naff (you are welcome to do what you want).

There are some great exhausts out there for the Mx5 which will give good sound - and not just make "loud noise".

FYI - my track car runs a stock system, and I only recently got an (warm air!) induction kit for some noise.

Good luck - cobolt off ebay are meant to cheap ish and sound good.

Thanks dude,

Yeah i want it as load as it can be before it sounds naff!

I want quality over quantity however with that i want max quantity lol... If that makes any sence at all. Sorry its monday

[conkerman]

Why not have a look around the MX-5 Forums and see if anyone is selling??

At the rate the sodding things rust, there should be plenty of bits left over.

[That NISMO Life]

conkerman said:

Why not have a look around the MX-5 Forums and see if anyone is selling??

At the rate the sodding things rust, there should be plenty of bits left over.

Haha your not wrong.

Good idea, i shall have a scout.

Thanks