04-09-2007, 06:20 AM
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2ndary Catbypass Pipes Worth it????
Are the 986 Boxster MAXFLO 2ndary Catbypass Pipes offered by Fabspeed any good???
I have my 2002 Boxster S on jackstands because i am working on a PSE system for my car and since I have the car up in the air I was considering replacing the 2ndary Cats with this kit from Fabspeed. I know I am not going to gain 100HP but overall does it help on throttle response??? Anyone here done this mod????
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04-09-2007, 07:56 AM
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Originally Posted by LuisR
Are the 986 Boxster MAXFLO 2ndary Catbypass Pipes offered by Fabspeed any good???
I have my 2002 Boxster S on jackstands because i am working on a PSE system for my car and since I have the car up in the air I was considering replacing the 2ndary Cats with this kit from Fabspeed. I know I am not going to gain 100HP but overall does it help on throttle response??? Anyone here done this mod????
Thanks
LRR
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I had them for my Cayenne Turbo when I had that vehicle, and they make a monumental difference on a turbo car with high output. The secondary cats are not necessary and slow the flow, so even with smaller output, naturally aspirated cars, it makes a difference.
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04-09-2007, 08:27 AM
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If you are getting the PSE system, then the fabspeed bypass pipes would be a waste of time and money. To my understanding the PSE has it's own cat bypass system which is what makes it louder in sport mode.
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04-09-2007, 09:28 AM
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Originally Posted by Adam
If you are getting the PSE system, then the fabspeed bypass pipes would be a waste of time and money. To my understanding the PSE has it's own cat bypass system which is what makes it louder in sport mode.
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well, let me explain a little. I am not installing the OEM PSE from porsche, I am modifying the muffler and I am connecting two by-pass pipes to the muffler.
Here are some pics of my Saturday event.
I definitely recommend removing the rear bumper first if you want to remove the muffler, it makes your life a lot simpler!!!
Also, could some one tell me what the hell is that wire on the left side of the rear for????
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LRR
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04-09-2007, 11:50 AM
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I Installed the Fabspeed bypass pipes I did notice better throttle response and the sound is better. I found mine used the quality is great and good fit took about an hour or so but I have access to lift.
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04-09-2007, 12:38 PM
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I installed the cat bypass along with the PSE exhaust. Sound is incredible. In town I rarely turn the stereo up because I like the sound soo much. I doubt it really generates much HP. The product itself is very well made with a beautiful finish on it and is easy to install.
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04-09-2007, 09:04 PM
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Originally Posted by LuisR
Also, could some one tell me what the hell is that wire on the left side of the rear for????
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LRR
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Emergency release cable for the rear trunk.
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04-09-2007, 09:35 PM
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..."Also, could some one tell me what the hell is that wire on the left side of the rear for????"
Thanks
LRR
Hi,
It's an Emergency Trunk Latch Release Cable - PN# 996.512.017.01...
Happy Motoring!... Jim'99
Ooops!  Sorry TP - didn't see your post...
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04-10-2007, 04:26 AM
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Thanks guys for the answer about the emergency trunk, I thought about it but i wasn't sure.
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04-11-2007, 08:24 AM
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hey LuisR, do you have a link to any instructions on removing the rear bumper?? and any complete for the exhaust? im about to tackle this project next weekend...
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