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Discussion in '348/355' started by mpodgor, Jul 6, 2011.

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  1. mpodgor

    mpodgor Formula Junior

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    #1 mpodgor, Jul 6, 2011
    I would like some advice. I have the stock Cats. Is there a noticable benefit in a higher flow cat? I see some nice ones on Ebay for a good price. Any changes in the OBDII data?
    Both OEM cats have gone bad and have been replaced. Junk! How Ferrari can charge over $3K for these things is a crime.
    Thanks.
     
  2. Driftracer3

    Driftracer3 Formula Junior

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    #2 Driftracer3, Jul 7, 2011
    Its absolutely worth the money. You will notice quite a difference in sound and power. If you have a good high flow muffler the combination will be amazing.
     
  3. FERRARI-TECH

    FERRARI-TECH Formula 3

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    #3 FERRARI-TECH, Jul 7, 2011
    huge benifits in changing the cats out. Both in quality and performance. I have used both Hyper Flow and Fab-Speed for many years and no issues with either product. Instalation is important though as the position of the O2 sensors is vital and can cause problems. Your qualified local Ferrari Mechanic can help

    PM me if you have more questions.
     
  4. greyboxer

    greyboxer F1 World Champ

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    #4 greyboxer, Jul 7, 2011
    mate - you don't need to post all your queries twice
     
  5. mpodgor

    mpodgor Formula Junior

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    #5 mpodgor, Jul 7, 2011
    I think there will soon be two used OEM cats on Ebay. Low miles. If anyone is interested let me know.
     
  6. mpodgor

    mpodgor Formula Junior

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    #6 mpodgor, Jul 7, 2011
    OK. I'll make it 3.

    I'll try to control myself.
     
  7. cuneo

    cuneo Formula 3
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    #7 cuneo, Jul 7, 2011
    Mike, I'd be interested in buying your stock cats. PM me when you get Hypers or Caps, I'm local and can come pick up your old ones!

    Thanks, and good luck in the quest for aural nirvana.

    -c
     
  8. mpodgor

    mpodgor Formula Junior

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    #8 mpodgor, Jul 7, 2011
    It'll be a month or 2.
     
  9. hammer1

    hammer1 Karting

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    #9 hammer1, Jul 8, 2011
    What did you end of going with? I am in the same spot and curious!!!!!
    Thanks
    Chris
     
  10. pchop

    pchop F1 Rookie
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    #10 pchop, Jul 9, 2011
    Anyone have experienced with Prospeed Prestige High Flow Cats? They look similar to Hyper Flow's cats.

    Hyper Flow cost a bit more, but I dunno if it's worth the saving to go with Prospeed.
     
  11. 05011994

    05011994 Formula 3
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    #11 05011994, Jul 9, 2011
    I have been very happy with my Hyperflow, I chose the Hyperflows based upon my mechanics recommendation.
     
  12. jmnov

    jmnov Karting

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    #12 jmnov, Jul 10, 2011
    My cats are totally empty now: increase sound and perf too ;-)
    As my car will soon be exclusive for track, maybe I can go for straight pipes to save more weight?
     
  13. tbakowsky

    tbakowsky Two Time F1 World Champ
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    #13 tbakowsky, Jul 10, 2011
    change those crappy stock things asap
     
  14. 88MONDIAL

    88MONDIAL Formula 3

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    #14 88MONDIAL, Jul 12, 2011
    Who sells these Prospeed high flow cats? I've Googled Prospeed and have come up empty. What am I missing? I have an NSX and they also mention Prospeed, but I don't know what vendor and website sells them.
     

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