GRRR WHICH CATBACK TO GO WITH 08/09 wrx (poll included)

Super_HKS · 10-13-2009, 09:58 PM

Well my catback is going to be ordered here soon enough. Well I have read a bunch of threads about the tsudo n1 and turboxs and I know they are both not the quietiest and thats fine because I am not looking for anything quiet. I am looking for loud but not too over the top. Now loud in my case is a full 3 inch straight pipe from the turboback (I ran that on my 2005 wrx), and quiet is HKS hi power in my opinon. So I guess real question here is for the people that have had a personal experience with both the turboXS and the tsudo n1 on their 2008/2009 wrx or STI, or heard in person please select an option in the poll and give feedback.

I have watched pretty much all the videos on youtube between the two and its really hard to try and decided which is louder and better sounding because the quality of the capturing devices are all different. The loudness applies to both stock downpipe and aftermarket downpipe owners.

Thanks for the help
-Daniel

Videos

PS here is another thing for me and other owners to think about for people who are split between these 2 exhausts. (Feel free to add to the list, I would really like input)

TurboXS catback:

Pros:
-Stock looking
-Full 3 inches
-Reputable name brand
-Descent price (I can get it for 374)
-Perfect fitment with stock DP and aftermarket DP

Cons:
-Been reading threads about it possibly not being loud enough
-No resonator so it may get raspy with a catless set up
TurboXS videos:

TurboXS CBE with stock DP:

YouTube - TurboXS 2008+ WRX 5Dr Cat Back Exhaust Sound Clip

YouTube - TurboXS exhaust 2008 WRX

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TurboXS TBE:

YouTube - 09' WRX Turboxs Turbo-back Exhaust 2

YouTube - 09 subaru wrx turboxs catback

YouTube - 09' WRX Turboxs Turbo-back Exhaust 3

Tsudo n1 catback:

Pros:
-Full 3 inches
-Resonators to provide less rasp and a little more rumble
-AMAZING PRICE!!!! (279!)

Cons:
-Welds are sometimes weak within the piping and actual muffler
-Flanges are sometimes not as thick as id like them to be
-Fart can N-1 style to attract more police and ricer attention

Tsudo n1 videos:
Tsudo n1 CBE w/stock DP:

YouTube - Tsudo N1 3" catback 2008 WRX

Tsudo n1 TBE:

YouTube - 2008 Subaur WRX exhuast. Catted Invida Down pipe, Tsudo 3 inch N1 cat back, drive by's

YouTube - 08STi TSUDO N1 Catback

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uhmmmitsmik3 · 10-14-2009, 12:59 AM

i have the same exact problem with trying to decide between these two, but thanks for the videos! i havent seen some of those. i think i'd go with the turboxs, but thats just me. ive heard the tsudo n1 in person, way too loud for my taste and the guy said he got tickets for it being to loud lol. but if you want it LOUD, go with tsudon1

nhat · 10-14-2009, 03:33 AM

the turboxs sounds really good. more aggressive sounding than it looks.

howweirdo · 10-14-2009, 05:51 AM

i'm running on a turbo xs and used to have a tsudo n1 as well and they were both hooked up to a catted dp. they both sound pretty good imo and the youtube videos actually aren't too bad in sound quality. the only reason i sold the tsudo was it was just way too loud for me and i didnt wanna get ticketed. the turbo xs is definitely softer but you dont lose the grumble and its actually not that raspy like the spt i used to have. one con with the turbo xs is that it rattles but i think i can get rid of it by removing the bottom heat shield and you're right in saying that it looks way more stock than the n1. even though the tsudo is loud, it does sound pretty dang good. you kinda have to raise your voice if you wanna talk to someone in the car, haha. imo, it just comes down to volume. you want medium volume or loud? hope this helps.

Super_HKS · 10-14-2009, 10:57 AM

^ wow some awesome info guys thank you soo much! I really appreciate the input. You guys rock. If anyone else has some input, please post it up
-Daniel

jbrown50 · 10-14-2009, 09:48 PM

I have the Turbo XS catback on my '09 WRX hatchback.

With the stock downpipe, it has a nice raspy sound that's loud enough to be noticed without being anywhere near ticketing status. With the Invidia catted downpipe now added, it's noticeably more raspy and slightly louder but still far from being a cop magnet. It sounds really good.

06-wrx-tr · 10-15-2009, 02:33 AM

imho turboxs is great

bad mutha · 10-15-2009, 06:23 PM

had the invidia n1 traded it for the turbo xs,loved the n1 but the turbo xs is alot easier to cruise near the popo than the n1!

C89ZX7R · 10-15-2009, 06:26 PM

NONE Of The Above!

Here!
http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show....php?t=1833672

Super_HKS · 10-15-2009, 06:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by C89ZX7R

NONE Of The Above!

Here!
http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show....php?t=1833672

I dont like the look of that exhaust at all and I have a wrx not an sti

yamonaj · 10-16-2009, 01:45 PM

why not consider the SPT? you can get some great deals on used ones on the forums here.

IMPORTIMAGE · 10-16-2009, 04:49 PM

both of these have been working out really well, just depends on what style you like

Super_HKS · 10-19-2009, 10:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yamonaj

why not consider the SPT? you can get some great deals on used ones on the forums here.

Its expensive and id rather own something louder and more aggressive

Quote:

Originally Posted by IMPORTIMAGE

both of these have been working out really well, just depends on what style you like

Ya man I heard the n1 over the weekend on a stock 09 wrx and I was lol

Sounded soo good. I have a friend with a 2008 wrx that has a catless DP and has a turboXS catback comming in this week or next so im gonna go hear that as well and make my decision. Right now though, im leaning towards the n1 for the price, look and sound. GOSH imo the n1 slant on the 08/09 hatches look agressive as all heck!

Rat^3 · 10-19-2009, 10:54 AM

TurboXS hands down, reminds me of my borla and sounded perfect

uhmmmitsmik3 · 10-22-2009, 10:52 PM

did u decide???

Super_HKS · 10-26-2009, 09:35 AM

^ Not so much, I am still split!

zachxxxx · 10-26-2009, 01:33 PM

I am on the fence with this as well. Although I am a sedan so my options are even more limited... Perrin, TurboXs, Invidia N1, and I think that's it. The N1 is insanely loud, so I won't do it, but it is the cheapest alternative.

synolimit · 10-26-2009, 03:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jbrown50

I have the Turbo XS catback on my '09 WRX hatchback.

With the stock downpipe, it has a nice raspy sound that's loud enough to be noticed without being anywhere near ticketing status. With the Invidia catted downpipe now added, it's noticeably more raspy and slightly louder but still far from being a cop magnet. It sounds really good.

did u get the turbo xs CBE to bolt right up to the stock header??

Super_HKS · 10-28-2009, 01:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by synolimit

did u get the turbo xs CBE to bolt right up to the stock header??

it wouldnt get connected to the header. It would get connected to the downpipe.

Super_HKS · 10-28-2009, 01:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zachxxxx

I am on the fence with this as well. Although I am a sedan so my options are even more limited... Perrin, TurboXs, Invidia N1, and I think that's it. The N1 is insanely loud, so I won't do it, but it is the cheapest alternative.

You know, you would be surprised on the sound. Although the n1 is classified as the loudest exhaust on most cars, you would have a different understanding of loud if you ran open DP or even straight pipe. The n1 is loud and pretty noticable im not going to lie. But to be honest, its not too bad at all. Most people either get dissappointed when its too quiet so start off loud and then work your way down the ladder with trades and such....

Seriously though if you have a 08/09 owner in your area with the n1, hear it in person. Sounds sooo sweet!

JackTheMetalHead · 10-28-2009, 01:43 PM

IMO turboxs turboback is the best sounding exhaust I've ever heard.

ntbass · 10-28-2009, 01:44 PM

My vote is for the turboXS Catback. I like the stock look and don't really care for the tilted tip.

I had an Invidia N1 and I thought it made an awesome rumble but it was a little too loud for my taste. Also it would sometimes resonate at certain rpm's making it kindof annoying. The design is very similar to the EZR Performance one. It will definetly get you attention if that's what your looking for.

YouTube - 08 WRX Invidia N1 Catback Exhaust w/ UR Downpipe with Cat

Robstunner · 10-28-2009, 05:55 PM

i LOVE my Perrin... just saying

Super_HKS · 10-29-2009, 01:15 AM

^ The whistle sound on the perrin catbacks is terrible. That high pitch whistle for a 800 dollar exhaust....no thanks.

Robstunner · 10-29-2009, 01:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Super_HKS

^ The whistle sound on the perrin catbacks is terrible. That high pitch whistle for a 800 dollar exhaust....no thanks.

U mean the whistle I don't have? It's a older issue that has since been fixed.

View Poll Results: Which catback to get for my 2009 WRX?
TurboXS catback	28	71.79%
Tsudo n1	11	28.21%
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10-14-2009, 12:59 AM	#2
uhmmmitsmik3 Scooby Newbie Member#: 217628 Join Date: Jul 2009 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: NJ 201 Vehicle: 2008 Subaru WRX hb WRB	i have the same exact problem with trying to decide between these two, but thanks for the videos! i havent seen some of those. i think i'd go with the turboxs, but thats just me. ive heard the tsudo n1 in person, way too loud for my taste and the guy said he got tickets for it being to loud lol. but if you want it LOUD, go with tsudon1

10-14-2009, 03:33 AM	#3
nhat NASIOC Supporter Member#: 140163 Join Date: Feb 2007 Chapter/Region: MAIC Vehicle: 04 not so jbp sti	the turboxs sounds really good. more aggressive sounding than it looks.

10-14-2009, 05:51 AM	#4
howweirdo Scooby Specialist Member#: 186257 Join Date: Aug 2008 Chapter/Region: SCIC Location: La Palma, CA Vehicle: 2008 WRX Wagon OBP VF52 294 whp	i'm running on a turbo xs and used to have a tsudo n1 as well and they were both hooked up to a catted dp. they both sound pretty good imo and the youtube videos actually aren't too bad in sound quality. the only reason i sold the tsudo was it was just way too loud for me and i didnt wanna get ticketed. the turbo xs is definitely softer but you dont lose the grumble and its actually not that raspy like the spt i used to have. one con with the turbo xs is that it rattles but i think i can get rid of it by removing the bottom heat shield and you're right in saying that it looks way more stock than the n1. even though the tsudo is loud, it does sound pretty dang good. you kinda have to raise your voice if you wanna talk to someone in the car, haha. imo, it just comes down to volume. you want medium volume or loud? hope this helps.

10-14-2009, 10:57 AM	#5
Super_HKS Scooby Guru Member#: 154434 Join Date: Jul 2007 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: Mill Creek, Wa Vehicle: 2009 WRX Hatch @_@ I like turtles......	^ wow some awesome info guys thank you soo much! I really appreciate the input. You guys rock. If anyone else has some input, please post it up -Daniel

10-14-2009, 09:48 PM	#6
jbrown50 Scooby Newbie Member#: 199183 Join Date: Jan 2009 Chapter/Region: MAIC Location: DC Vehicle: 2009 Subaru WRX 5 Dr OBP	I have the Turbo XS catback on my '09 WRX hatchback. With the stock downpipe, it has a nice raspy sound that's loud enough to be noticed without being anywhere near ticketing status. With the Invidia catted downpipe now added, it's noticeably more raspy and slightly louder but still far from being a cop magnet. It sounds really good.

10-15-2009, 02:33 AM	#7
06-wrx-tr Scooby Specialist Member#: 185106 Join Date: Jul 2008 Chapter/Region: RMIC Location: Salem, UT Vehicle: 2006 Subaru WRX WRB HTA68'd	imho turboxs is great

10-15-2009, 06:23 PM	#8
bad mutha Scooby Specialist Member#: 106747 Join Date: Feb 2006 Chapter/Region: South East Location: deltona fl Vehicle: 2008 sti white	had the invidia n1 traded it for the turbo xs,loved the n1 but the turbo xs is alot easier to cruise near the popo than the n1!

10-15-2009, 06:26 PM	#9
C89ZX7R * Banned * Member#: 119154 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Richmond VA Vehicle: 2004 White STi	NONE Of The Above! Here! http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show....php?t=1833672

10-16-2009, 01:45 PM	#11
yamonaj Scooby Newbie Member#: 222438 Join Date: Sep 2009 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: northeast pa Vehicle: 2009 WRX Obsidian Black Pearl	why not consider the SPT? you can get some great deals on used ones on the forums here.

10-16-2009, 04:49 PM	#12
IMPORTIMAGE NASIOC Vendor Member#: 79304 Join Date: Jan 2005 Chapter/Region: South East Location: Cape Coral, FL Vehicle: 2009 Drive to work @ importimageracing.com	both of these have been working out really well, just depends on what style you like

10-19-2009, 10:54 AM	#14
Rat^3 Scooby Newbie Member#: 210856 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Montreal Vehicle: 09 sti	TurboXS hands down, reminds me of my borla and sounded perfect

10-22-2009, 10:52 PM	#15
uhmmmitsmik3 Scooby Newbie Member#: 217628 Join Date: Jul 2009 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: NJ 201 Vehicle: 2008 Subaru WRX hb WRB	did u decide???

10-26-2009, 09:35 AM	#16
Super_HKS Scooby Guru Member#: 154434 Join Date: Jul 2007 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: Mill Creek, Wa Vehicle: 2009 WRX Hatch @_@ I like turtles......	^ Not so much, I am still split!

10-26-2009, 01:33 PM	#17
zachxxxx Scooby Newbie Member#: 52769 Join Date: Jan 2004 Chapter/Region: SCIC Location: bakersfield, ca Vehicle: 09 WRX WRB	I am on the fence with this as well. Although I am a sedan so my options are even more limited... Perrin, TurboXs, Invidia N1, and I think that's it. The N1 is insanely loud, so I won't do it, but it is the cheapest alternative.

10-28-2009, 01:43 PM	#21
JackTheMetalHead Scooby Newbie Member#: 211432 Join Date: May 2009 Chapter/Region: MAIC Location: Northern VA Vehicle: 2007 Honda Accord Royal Pearl Blue	IMO turboxs turboback is the best sounding exhaust I've ever heard.

10-28-2009, 05:55 PM	#23
Robstunner Scooby Specialist Member#: 134222 Join Date: Dec 2006 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Location: Chicagoland Vehicle: 2010 WRX OBP	i LOVE my Perrin... just saying

10-29-2009, 01:15 AM	#24
Super_HKS Scooby Guru Member#: 154434 Join Date: Jul 2007 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: Mill Creek, Wa Vehicle: 2009 WRX Hatch @_@ I like turtles......	^ The whistle sound on the perrin catbacks is terrible. That high pitch whistle for a 800 dollar exhaust....no thanks.