I know the noise level topic has been discussed at length, but I would like hear how much noiser it is over the SS backbox on it's own.

Is there anyone in Herts/West London with the downpipe/backbox combination that I could take a listen ?

Thanks
Mark

 

I'm not in London - but have the S/S back box and downpipe and it's obviously louder, but acceptable - I did a 5 hr trip to Devon last weekend and (with the radio on some of the way!!) it was fine.
My S/S centre section's going back on this weekend.

 

Dave and I both have the full S/S system (incl downpipe) and whilst it's loud when you are having a real blast, on normal everyday driving it is not that loud. In fact with the radio on I don't notice it.

I do however find myself driving through built up areas in one gear lower with the window wound down ! but only when the feds are not around

 

My car was noise metered in adverse conditions (another car witihin a foot of my exhaust pipe) at Castle Coombe with Scoobysport downpipe and backbox, and the reading was 88db. Not exactly loud. Don't really notice the noise in the car, except when caning it, and even then it is not obtrusive.

 

is there any noticeable improvement in performance with the change of the centre section and downpipe?

 

I'm in W4. Feel free to e-mail me if you want a listen.

Cheers

Lee.

 

I've just ordered my downpipe. Has anyone got any detailed fitting instructions like what I've seen for the back box (pictures, diagrams, photos etc)?

Regards,

James

 

My exhaust changes :

Original Exhaust - almost silent !
Then Scoobysport backbox - nice but a bit quiet - just audible in car.
Then Scoobysport downpipe - only slightly louder but can now hear turbo whistling.
Then Scoobysport centre section - much louder now (very nice) and car seems to be going even quicker !

I am extremely pleased to say the least.

Kevin
MY00 555 blue, gold ex-P1 wheels, full Scoobysport exhaust system, boost gauge.

 

I'm in Hemel Hempstead, Herts.
I have a SS Downpipe & backbox and a Magnex (boxless) centre pipe on a MY00.
If you want a listen mail me!

 

Kevin

Will it pass the MOT with the full system on it? (Centre, down and backbox)?

 

Thanks for the replies.

Lee & Spikey I wll email you

Mark

 

Rikki23: 99% sure that it won't, however with just the centre cat, the emissions were perfect ! 15 minute job tops to swap back in 2 years for the MOT

Kevin.

 

JDS: Fitting the downpipe is a right pain which is why most people get theirs done for them. Cheam Motors did mine and the labour charge was less than an hour IIRC - well worth it IMHO.

The downpipes are
1) not easy to get at
2) studs can be difficult to remove as sometimes rusted in
3) studs can easily be bent/broken
4) heat shield is also a pain to remove

If you have access to a ramp/lift you could try it but I wouldn't bother if you don't.

Kevin.

[This message has been edited by Kevin Greeley (edited 27 October 2000).]