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  1. harrish1985

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    #1 harrish1985, May 21, 2022
    Yesterday I ordered the Novitec spacers, exhaust, techtronic plug-in and sport springs from Wheels Boutique in South FL (about 30 - 40 mins SW of where I live). The parts should all arrive next week and then I’ll schedule install likely the week after. David advised me total install time is 3 days and I’ll have them do an alignment as well at a shop that’s a mile away from them and what they recommended.

    I’m excited to be doing this as I’m really surprised that Ferrari allowed the exhaust to sound the way it does and the ride height does leave much to be desired as well. I’ll be doing as OEM of a look as possible, not slamming the car or anything, just looking to minimize the obnoxious wheel gap. I went with the valveless exhaust and can’t wait to hear it once it’s finally installed. I’ll post pictures and videos once all set. I do recommended Wheels Boutique as David has been very responsive and easy to get a hold of. I’m confident the install will be smooth sailing as well since they do all high-end vehicles.
     
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  2. SNKTWN305

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    #2 SNKTWN305, May 21, 2022
    Can’t wait til hear how it sounds. Are you doing the sport cats as well?
     
  3. harrish1985

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    #3 harrish1985, May 21, 2022
    No, not messing with cats as I don't want warranty issues. Purportedly, the install of the valveless exhaust completely changes the sound for the better and enhances the overall experience.
     
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  4. Hunter911

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    #4 Hunter911, May 21, 2022
    I have the identical setup and couldn't be happier, OEM+ look and epic sound!!
     
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  5. harrish1985

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    #5 harrish1985, May 21, 2022
    Can you upload some pics? What size spacers did you use and how low did you go with the Novitec springs?
     
  6. Hunter911

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    #6 Hunter911, May 21, 2022
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  7. harrish1985

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    #7 harrish1985, May 22, 2022
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  8. harrish1985

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    #8 harrish1985, May 22, 2022
    That stance should've been how the F8 was shipped from factory. That is a perfect stance. My Aventador had a perfect stance as well, not sure why Ferrari insists on 4x4 look. All their media photos show a perfect stance as well for the F8.
     
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  9. todd cloud

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    #9 todd cloud, May 22, 2022
    The F8 exhaust sound is the result of turbos and GPF
    Ferrari did not “allow’ this to come to pass
    They had no choice
    EU GHG and health regulations are to blame
    Coming soon to a USA car near you….
     
  10. SNKTWN305

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    #10 SNKTWN305, May 26, 2022
    Can you upload a sound clip/video of your novitec exhaust? Thank you in advance.
     
  11. Hunter911

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    #11 Hunter911, May 26, 2022
    Nothing to upload but here is a quick clip on IG, just a very slow-moving one:

    https://www.instagram.com/p/CdHXS6ljb7i/
     
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    #12 SNKTWN305, May 26, 2022
    Sounds awesome, did you replace cats as well or just the exhaust?
     
  13. harrish1985

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    #13 harrish1985, May 26, 2022
    Omg I think I just went my pants that sounds epic. Can't wait to hear mine!
     
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  14. Hunter911

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    #14 Hunter911, May 26, 2022
    Haha, I know, I was shocked how good it sounds, and that video is just 1st gear :)

    This is just with stock cats. It's just the Novitec race exhaust (valveless) and the plug-in module. From what I've heard elsewhere, the high flow cats don't change the tone much, more the volume, but this set up should be loud enough for me. With windows up, it's gets a bit quiet, if you want it THAT loud you may want the cats.

    3,500km and 12 months, and no CEL's or other issues.
     
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  15. RobertM

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    #15 RobertM, May 26, 2022
    Does anyone have any issues with warning lights after installing a novitec exhaust on a F8 ... item 1 = Engine Control system Failure ... Go to dealer .... then fixed and now ...... item 2 = (Catalytic Converter overheated ... SLOW DOWN) ..... ugh
     
  16. Hunter911

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    #16 Hunter911, May 26, 2022
    Not me. What exhaust setup do you have?
     
  17. AD211

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    #17 AD211, May 26, 2022
    I have the x pipe race exhaust with the Tectronic plug in. No issues or warning lights. Just a nice sound is all.


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  18. srtullio

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    #18 srtullio, May 27, 2022
    Sounds amazing. Does anyone know if there is a difference in sound between the Novitec valveless exhaust and the Novitec valved exhaust with valves open?

    I would like to opt for the valved exhaust as I like being able to tone it down when necessary, but I don’t want to give up any sound when the valves are open.
     
  19. AD211

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    #19 AD211, May 27, 2022
    I can’t answer your question directly but I do recall the Novitec valved was much more expensive than the X pipe valuless race exhaust. It is not loud at all when running conservatively in auto mode which is how I come in and out of the neighborhood or in bumper-to-bumper traffic. And for that matter it’s not super loud in manual mode when getting on it. It’s perfect but I realize that’s subjective.


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  20. Hunter911

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    #20 Hunter911, May 27, 2022
    I've been told the valved version is slightly quieter than the non-valved one (when in high revs/valves open). But no first hand experience.
     
  21. Hunter911

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    #21 Hunter911, May 27, 2022
    I agree, if you need to be quiet, you can keep the revs low and fly under the radar. I find cold start is very loud, but after that it won't get loud unless you want it to.
     
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  23. mdrums

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    #23 mdrums, May 28, 2022
    Nice f8. If aftermarket wheels are properly designed for correct offset you do not need spacers. Only reason to use spacers is for stock wheels when lowered
     
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  24. RobertM

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    #24 RobertM, May 30, 2022
    2020 F8 couple and the NOVITEC box that had the OEM for the F8 ... had on the box = Auspuff Racee F1 444 40
     
  25. Hunter911

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    #25 Hunter911, May 30, 2022
    I was wondering if you'd replaced the factory cats.
     
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