Wortec vs Wortec...
Discussion
So, I don't have a Wortec. But I want one.
All I want to know is, what is the difference in sound between just the Cat-back system and the full system from headers to cat pipes and the rest? It's signifantly more exensive for the full system, and I was wondering if it makes a difference to the sound or is it more about increases in power?
All I want to know is, what is the difference in sound between just the Cat-back system and the full system from headers to cat pipes and the rest? It's signifantly more exensive for the full system, and I was wondering if it makes a difference to the sound or is it more about increases in power?
pah250 said:
VXR8 or Monaro?
On the VXR8 is makes a hell of a difference to the volume level. The cat back on it's own is great, turns heads and makes you smile. Sounds amazing in tunnels etc. But the full system is like turning up to 11. Much more aggressive sound.
WHS ^On the VXR8 is makes a hell of a difference to the volume level. The cat back on it's own is great, turns heads and makes you smile. Sounds amazing in tunnels etc. But the full system is like turning up to 11. Much more aggressive sound.
On the VXR8 the difference is huge. You seriously need to think about whether you need switchable at this point. On loud, from cold, early in the morning, it WILL cause you some upset with the neighbours.
The great thing about the Wortec is that it's modular so you can install it one bit at a time and upgrade it later if you like. So you can go for just the cat back for now and then upgrade it to the full system later if you want without wasting any parts.
I'd recommend starting with the Wortec essential pack first which is simply the cat back plus an air filter. If sound is your primary goal you won't be disappointed. If more power is your ultimate goal then you're probably going to need to do the full system to allow increased air flow.
I'd recommend starting with the Wortec essential pack first which is simply the cat back plus an air filter. If sound is your primary goal you won't be disappointed. If more power is your ultimate goal then you're probably going to need to do the full system to allow increased air flow.
There is an initial loud bark on start up but then I think it settles. I don't think there is much difference between cat and full on idle but when you open it up it's on another level. I don't have a switch but only use it weekends with no frequent early morning starts.
Car feels more responsive with a slight increase in power.
Car feels more responsive with a slight increase in power.
pah250 said:
VXR8 or Monaro?
On the VXR8 is makes a hell of a difference to the volume level. The cat back on it's own is great, turns heads and makes you smile. Sounds amazing in tunnels etc. But the full system is like turning up to 11. Much more aggressive sound.
It's for a 2005 Monaro VXR. At the moment all I'm really after is the sound. Every time I hear someone's car that has it I get exhaust envy!On the VXR8 is makes a hell of a difference to the volume level. The cat back on it's own is great, turns heads and makes you smile. Sounds amazing in tunnels etc. But the full system is like turning up to 11. Much more aggressive sound.
Interesting. I have had a cat-back on my 2005 VXR since I bought it (nearly new) and I've never wanted for more. I test drove a car with headers too and felt you could hear the cylinders firing (mine is more subtle I guess) and liked it. Then, and this was a long time ago, the price just put me off. More than twice the money for little more.
Now? Well I still play with the idea but I'll likely replace the car before I open my wallet :P (note: moving house means, poor!)
Oh, yes, I had a point - my wife has an S5 (4.2 V8). Wonderful little warble but it's a hair dryer in comparison. So, when I start mine up, it's a different world. I can live with that!
Now? Well I still play with the idea but I'll likely replace the car before I open my wallet :P (note: moving house means, poor!)
Oh, yes, I had a point - my wife has an S5 (4.2 V8). Wonderful little warble but it's a hair dryer in comparison. So, when I start mine up, it's a different world. I can live with that!
even at a distance so I'm told 
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