Thermal R&D Exhaust System Cat back Exhaust Systems
Thermal R&D Exhaust System Cat back Exhaust Systems
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[Nov 23, 2001]
Ponje
Model Reviewed:
98 Integra GS-R
Strength:
Fully Stainless, lifetime warranty from the guys at WMR
Weakness:
a little too loud A little too loud for my taste even though it is a stealth system but it''''s fully stainless from the cat back and for the price I can live with a little more decibles. The guys at WMR are giving me a lifetime warranty which makes it even more worth it. Similar Products Used: Greddy PE- very poor product, lasted only 1.5 years. Rust prone. |
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[Nov 19, 2001]
eric
Model Reviewed:
2000 honda civic si
Strength:
None
Weakness:
ALREADY HAD TO REPLACE HALF OF PIPE, CANISTER SEAL CRACKED GREAT LOW DEEP SOUND Similar Products Used: None |
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[Sep 27, 2001]
Clarion95
Model Reviewed:
1994 accord
Strength:
Very sturdy build, beautiful polish finish. Great tone at every speed, especially at wot.
Weakness:
none, and i hope it stays that way. The exhaust has a really nice looking dual tip style. It has a really deep tone, not too loud, but it''s loud enough to notice, especially when you''re at wot. It''s enough because it sets off some car alarms. It doesn''t have that raspy sound which can be annoying from some other brands. So far it''s been good to me with no problems whatsoever. Similar Products Used: None |
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[Apr 23, 2001]
Bob
Model Reviewed:
00 Accord V6 coupe
Strength:
Deep tone, not too loud but definitely louder than stock, esp around 2k rpm. Quiet on highway. Nice laser etching on oval tips.
Weakness:
A little pricely but comparable to single-muffler catbacks. Could not find anyone else offering bolt-on mufflers only. These were only the dual mufflers, C120L/R, not the catback system. Very easy to install, but then the old hardware was not rusted yet so it was a piece of cake. Appearance is first-rate, although oval tips look a just little crooked - should be perfectly parallel to ground from rear view but aren't. Not too noticeable. These were just what I was looking for: 30-min install, polished appearance, deep, mellow tone but quiet at highway speeds. They answered e-mails from their website too! Similar Products Used: 100% better than stock |
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[Apr 23, 2001]
Eric Cantin
Model Reviewed:
1992 Integra GS-R
Strength:
Looks great under my Teg.
Weakness:
Looks too good to be under my Teg. The exhaust note is a nice rumble, not a weed eater or bumble bee. The exhaust tip is the perfect size, and I like the laser engraving. Something seems to be rattling around the exhaust. Could be the exhaust heat sheild. Similar Products Used: stock, no comparision. |
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[Apr 24, 2001]
Brendan
Model Reviewed:
2000 Civic Si
Strength:
Great Sound, Fully Stainless, Excellent Fit
Weakness:
None Great Exhuast bottom line! Sounds great, not to loud not to quite. Fully stainless and it fits perfectly on the car. Instalation was a breeze and everythign lined up perfectly. Exhaust only give about 2-5 whp and I have felt a increase with the exhaust, but nothing dramaitc. Similar Products Used: I have heard alot of exhuasts, alot of them get buzzy in vetc or are just way to loud. This exhaust never losses it's tone through the rpm range. |
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[Apr 19, 2001]
Adam
Model Reviewed:
97 Integra LS
Strength:
Bought just the axle-back and it sounded so good. Nice and deep. Just loud enough to be noticed. Great quality and was all stainless. Ypu cannot beat the quality and craftsmanship of these exhausts. I would strongly consider these exhausts.
Weakness:
NONE Kind of pricey for an axle-back but worth it. I think the tip of the thermal i had was too long and not as attractive as the fireball. I would get the stealth system because it looks much better. Overall, Thermal is the most under rated exhaust out there. I would suggest that this exhaust be checked out before you make a purchase. You can't be the sound either. Similar Products Used: I have a 5zigen fireball now and it is not near as deep. The fireball is also much more quite. It seemed that the thermal gave me more midrange punch. The fireball has more of a high rpm punch. I think the fireball looks better too. |
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[Apr 02, 2001]
Beaver Franklin
Model Reviewed:
97' Mitsubishi 3000GT
Strength:
Great sound and more horsepower.No rust or damage after 2 years.
Weakness:
none Great, gets the ladies when you rev it! Similar Products Used: Flowmaster,Thermal far exceeds. |
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[Mar 06, 2001]
Scott
Model Reviewed:
1991 Integra LS
Strength:
Power, price, sound and looks.
Weakness:
No complaints The Thermal R&D exhaust system was at least $100 less than the GReddy system that I don't believe is entirely made of stainless steel. The TR&D system was easy to install, and the fit is great! The exhaust tip looks good, not big and ricey like some others I've seen out there. The sound is great, it purrs real horror show, a nice warm feeling in your gutty wuts. I installed the exhaust in conjunction with an AEM CAI and a DC Sports Ceramic header. VROOM!! My little 10 year old Integra rocks now. I RECCOMEND THIS EXHAUST FOR EVERY GEN2 INTEGRA OWNER!!! Similar Products Used: Crappy steel replacement exhausts. One every 18 months when I lived in Chicago. |
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[Dec 29, 2000]
Grant Rodebush
Model Reviewed:
1996 Acura Integra GSR
Strength:
I bought the "Stealth" version of the Thermal Exhaust line. The exhaust is REALLY quiet and REALLY deep. Full stainless. Looks exactly like the regular only it has "Stealth" engraved on the tip. Really subdued exhaust note. The gain was definately noticed in the midrange, where it pulled much stronger from 4500 on. With my AEM CAI and Greddy Header, my Stealth is almost as loud as a Greddy SP, but not quite. If you are looking for a high quality, quiet exhaust, this is the one for you. Plus, it is much cheaper than most exhausts, because it is made in the USA and there is no import tax on it.
Weakness:
Nothing as of right now. I'm thinking about getting rid of it for a louder exhaust, though (I'm young and I like the attention) I really like this exhaust. If you want the quiet deep sound that isn't overbearing, this is the one for you. It isn't loud enough for me, but my general consensus is that most people are after a quiet performance exhaust, and if you are this is the one for you. Cheers. Similar Products Used: Stock, Dynomax Muffler w/ 3" resonated tip. No comparison. |