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Old Feb 8, 2011 | 11:44 AM
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Megan Racing OE-RS Catback: 08+ STI

What are everyone's thoughts on this catback exhaust? It seems priced very competitively compared to other available CBE's. (btw: these are all the quad tip outlet catback exhausts I'm researching for the 2011 wrx hatch)

For reference: (increasing)
Megan Racing = ~$5xx.xx
Invidia Q300 Catback = ~$9xx.xx
Harman Motive Catback = $9xx.xx
Fujitsubo Legalis R SS = $1xxx.xx
Greddy Spectrum Elite Catback = $1xxx.xx

Is it good performance/quality -wise? (relative term)


Thanks

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Old Feb 8, 2011 | 01:14 PM
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I'd go with the Magnaflow for the same price as the Megan.

http://www.hopupracing.com/macatbaex20s.html

I also got one for sale for $475 or best. Tried on once but too loud for my taste. Missing one $10 exhaust clamp.
Old Feb 8, 2011 | 01:25 PM
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What do you have for sale? the Magnaflow or the Megan Racing CBE? Thanks

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Old Feb 8, 2011 | 01:25 PM
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Originally Posted by wongjonsilver
What are everyone's thoughts on this catback exhaust? It seems priced very competitively compared to other available CBE's. (btw: these are all the quad tip outlet catback exhausts I'm researching for the 2011 wrx hatch)

For reference: (increasing)
Megan Racing = ~$5xx.xx
Invidia Q300 Catback = ~$9xx.xx
Harman Motive Catback = $9xx.xx
Fujitsubo Legalis R SS = $1xxx.xx
Greddy Spectrum Elite Catback = $1xxx.xx

Is it good performance/quality -wise? (relative term)


Thanks
Unless theres an issue with fitment, you'll be just as happy with a Megan Racing vs. A better known expensive brand. I had a baller SPT CBE and switched to a lesser baller Tsudo CBE and I was just as happy with tsudo. I'd go for the Megan unless you're strapped and want a better name. Youtube it and find the better sounding one.
Old Feb 8, 2011 | 01:31 PM
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If I can get the Megan Racing, cheaper... then maybe. Magnaflow does have a lifetime warranty (but does it transfer to the a secondary owner?) Both are stainless steel constructed. hmmm... The Megan Racing looks so good though, for it's price point.
Old Feb 8, 2011 | 05:20 PM
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@Wongjonsilver: I have the Magnaflow for sale. I should be posting it in the forums soon.
Old May 9, 2011 | 01:47 AM
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Thanks for the head's up, but I went w/ Invidia catted dwg dp and the Q300 cbe instead haha
Old May 10, 2011 | 10:56 PM
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I'm running Invidia DP to Invidia Q300 cb. 3 inch all round, good air flow. YEAHHHH BUDDDY
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i had the magnaflow and it was way to loud for me, so i bought the Megan and it is mellow, it fits great and for the price you cant beat it.

here is a clip of my car:
megan with stock dp
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5277_0dKYd4and another

catless dp
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VameTLd8tRU
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tHLAnccdf7I&NR=1

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Old May 10, 2011 | 11:15 PM
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Originally Posted by AlanNgo7
I'm running Invidia DP to Invidia Q300 cb. 3 inch all round, good air flow. YEAHHHH BUDDDY
I saw your car @ the Tooslow meet in Union City, but it was a little clique-y so I didn't get a chance to mingle with all the groups haha. Sweet exhaust though!


Originally Posted by silverbullet415
i had the magnaflow and it was way to loud for me, so i bought the Megan and it is mellow, it fits great and for the price you cant beat it.

here is a clip of my car:
megan with stock dp
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5277_0dKYd4and another

catless dp
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VameTLd8tRU
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tHLAnccdf7I&NR=1
Sounds pretty good!

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Old May 12, 2011 | 12:33 PM
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Don't be scared and introduce your self. I'm not a scary guy....
0_o haha
Old May 13, 2011 | 12:18 AM
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Don't be scared and introduce your self. I'm not a scary guy....
0_o haha
I don't think I ever saw you, just your car (recognized from avatar, etc.) No worries, I will intro. when I get the chance next time. Btw, I finally mated the q300 w/ the invidia dwg catted dp. It's pretty aggressive sounding, but definitely does not drone while cruising. I may have enjoyed less vibration/rattling with the stock setup though haha
Old Aug 31, 2011 | 06:08 AM
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Originally Posted by wongjonsilver


If I can get the Megan Racing, cheaper... then maybe. Magnaflow does have a lifetime warranty (but does it transfer to the a secondary owner?) Both are stainless steel constructed. hmmm... The Megan Racing looks so good though, for it's price point.
These are looking awesome but will they have the color permanent or it will worn out due to heat.
Old Aug 31, 2011 | 07:25 AM
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I don't know about that, I went with a different set up. Full turbo back Invidia.
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