New Raptor Racing Product: MK3 Catback Systems & Mufflers & Cats

[Raptor Racing]

Product Description

After a long delay these systems are finally in stock and ready for sale. These 3" Raptor Racing Cat Back Exhaust System come with the following piping options:

• Aluminized Steel
• Ceramic Coated Aluminized Steel (Black or ‘Polished’)
• Powder Coated Aluminized Steel
• Stainless Steel

All cat back piping comes with a resonator; zinc plated hardware; stainless clamp and gaskets. You won't have to go to your local muffler shop to install this; it's a bolt in system.

We took long and hard to pick the muffler with the right look; sound and quality; we finally settled on Magnaflow Mufflers. For us the MK3 is an old school car and needed that twin tip old school muffler. The Magnaflow 14815(3” tips) & 14816(3.5” tips) mufflers perfectly fit this role; only one problem: it’s a 2.25” input. We came with an easy but extremely effective solution; since there are 2 x 2.25 tubes(way more than enough flow) running the length of the muffler from the tips to the base we simply cut off the 2.25” input at the base; we then expand this to 3” and weld on a 3” section of pipe. In essence we created our own Maganflow muffler.

If you wanted to you use your own muffler you easily could as long as the dimensions were similar to the Magnaflow; please enquire for details.

Build Time

Depending on the muffler you order lead time to have the product shipped out ranges from 1 day for cat back piping only to 2 weeks if you need a powdercoated muffler. We regularly stock powdercoated muffler so this won’t always be a problem but I just want to be clear that if it’s not in stock it takes at least 2 weeks to get the muffler ‘built’ and coated.

Sound/Video Files

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v346/raptorracing/th_JamiesDyno.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v346/raptorracing/?action=view&current=JamiesDyno.flv)

More Pictures than you can Shake a Stick at

Ceramic Coated Piping:
http://www.raptorracing.com/Products/MK3Catback/Image00001.jpg

http://www.raptorracing.com/Products/MK3Catback/Image00003.jpg

Silver Metallic PowderCoating

http://www.raptorracing.com/Products/MK3Catback/Image00019.jpg

http://www.raptorracing.com/Products/MK3Catback/Image00022.jpg

http://www.raptorracing.com/Products/MK3Catback/Image00016.jpg

http://www.raptorracing.com/Products/MK3Catback/Image00020.jpg

http://www.raptorracing.com/Products/MK3Catback/Image00024.jpg

Raptor Racing Modified Magnaflow’s
(optional wrinkle powdercoating shown)
http://www.raptorracing.com/Products/MK3Catback/Image00004.jpg

http://www.raptorracing.com/Products/MK3Catback/Image00005.jpg

http://www.raptorracing.com/Products/MK3Catback/Image00006.jpg

http://www.raptorracing.com/Products/MK3Catback/Image00013.jpg

http://www.raptorracing.com/Products/MK3Catback/Image00007.jpg

Raptor Racing Test Pipe
http://www.raptorracing.com/Products/MK3Catback/DSC_1215.jpg

Pricing

3.0" Aluminized Cat Back Piping Only (includes hardware and gaskets): $255
3.0" Powder Coated Aluminized Cat Back Piping Only (includes hardware and gaskets): $320
3.0" Ceramic Coated Aluminized Cat Back Piping Only (includes hardware and gaskets): $350
3.0" Stainless Steel Cat Back Piping Only (includes hardware and gaskets): $360
Raptor Racing Magnaflow Modified Muffler (input expanded and hangers welded on): $198
Raptor Racing Polished Stainless Test Pipe : $65
Raptor Racing Magnaflow High Flow Cat with Stainless Heatshield and Stainless Flanges: $135
Raptor Racing Magnaflow Metallic Core High Flow Cat: $180
Black PowderCoating on the Muffler: $60
Torctite Clamp: $15 – included with system purchase

Please NOTE As long as the US/Canadian currency stays the way it is you can pay in either currency. If things change I will update the post. Also please note that all Canadians must add GST and Ontario residents must also add PST.

Shipping
Catback System Only: $45
Catback System w/Muffler: $70
Cat Only: $20
Muffler Only: $30
All Shipping prices now include express shipping.

As always let me know if you have any questions.

Stay Tuned for a posting on Raptor Racing Divorced Downpipes!!

Please note: These are Canadian Designed and Produced products with 100% fitment guarantee. They look identical to ebay mk3 piping (that doesn't fit the mk3) as it is a copy of My MK2 catback piping. Just wanted to make that clear...I'm here if you have any questions about any of my products.

[Sawbladz]

This all seems so familiar...can't quite put my finger on it...:icon_razz

[rs4rush]

I couldn't really hear it in the video... Is it pretty quiet? I am defiantly interested! Do you have pictures of the Magnaflow on an Mk3? Thanks.

[Sawbladz]

It is a low tone and not too loud. It has no drone at highway speeds due to the resonator which was very important to me. At higher RPM it's louder but nothing compared to the "fart can" exhausts which are very popular.

My pipe routing is extremely similar to this kit but not 100% identical. Mine was built on my car using the same resonator and muffler (3.5" tips). Mine is the aluminized steel without any coating and I have no corrosion issues after a few years of use. If I was buying it today I would have it ceramic coated for the extra protection and inherent thermal advantages.

I highly recommend this exhaust and George is a great guy to deal with. Here are some shot of my car with this exhaust.


http://i74.photobucket.com/albums/i271/Sawbladz/PICT0027-1.jpg
http://i74.photobucket.com/albums/i271/Sawbladz/PICT0725.jpg
http://i74.photobucket.com/albums/i271/Sawbladz/Mk2003.jpg
http://i74.photobucket.com/albums/i271/Sawbladz/Mk2037.jpg

[marc3]

i will be buying a cat from you shortly george, as i have no intention of running cat-less this year!! can you tell me the length of the cat? because last year i bought a testpipe from ya, i think it might of been a bit short, by like an inch or so.

[Raptor Racing]

Mark;

stock length is 11 3/8"...but 11.5" works perfectly too. Can you please verify the length of that test pipe I sent you....there should have been NO fitment issues with it as I've sold countless units with no problems. If a mistake was made on my part then you just earned yourself a free cat...no not a Bengal as those things are hella spensive :biglaugh:

Jamie; thanks so much for posting pictures as I had no shots of the muffler uncoated. Also wanted to officially thank you for the use of your car to build and test the jigs for the cat back and the divorced downpipes. Seeing my car was out of commission I couldn't have done any of it without you...MAJOR Kudos’s and Thanks to you bro!!!

[Jervis Mcstabby]

What did the dyno end up vs stock?

[Sawbladz]

What did the dyno end up vs stock?

The dyno was 281 hp, 337 tq.

The car had a Raptor Racing DDP (rerouted), this exhaust, 3" high flow cat, and an MBC set at 10 lbs (peaked at 13 but quickly settled to 10).

[sweetlikechutny]

Can you install as well? I want to get a 3" turbo-back done in May. Would the divorced downpipes be ready then?

[Raptor Racing]

Yes we can offer that service; assuming your old system comes of without issues install will be $50. Divorced Downpipes are ready now; I just haven't had the chance to do the write up and finalize the pricing.

[speed]

Words I wanted to hear

Glad to hear that. I've liked the style of this exhaust, and really glad that someone has expanded the opening to 3". I'm sick and tired of my Apexi N1. That F'er is too damn loud, drones terribly, and is just a nuisance. I feel like yelling "sorry" everytime I go by people. I want something that'll sound good, be decently loud at high loads, but quiet enough i can stroll through small towns and not get people pissed off at me.


I'll probably be ordering one by the time summer rolls around.

[sweetlikechutny]

would you also be able to provide a generic 3" gutted cat? (Need to pass visual inspection, cops are a pain in Kitchener)

[Raptor Racing]

We don't 'gut' cats for customer; it's a highly illegal activity that we strongly do NOT recommend. I have personally been pulled over by the 'environmental police' this past summer in a customr/friends car. Let me tell you if he didn't have a cat his car would have been going for a ride.

The pulled out an infrared gun and measured the temp before the cat; on the cat and after the cat...if those 3 temperatures are the same you just earned your self either a VERY big ticket or a free ride on a tow truck.

Totally NOT worth it for the couple HP you'll gain; but obviously it's your choice in the end.

[brad92t]

EDIT: Nevermind :(

[sweetlikechutny]

wow, nevermind then...I'll get the cat, lol

[Raptor Racing]

Nevermind :(

Sorry Brad? Did I miss something?

wow, nevermind then...I'll get the cat, lol

Smart boy :icon_bigg...not worth the hassle.

[Poodles]

Is this exhaust louder, quiter, or about the same as the tanabe? (really hard to tell by the video)

I want to quiet down my car a bit, and I don't like the single tip on the tanabe, but the sound qualities I do like. I can't stand any droning on the highway either as it wears me out faster than the actual driving...

Definately interested, and it's about time someone made a dual tip exhaust (besides S2, but I can't get my hands on that one)

[Raptor Racing]

I've only heard the Tanabe on a 1J so it wouldn't be a fair comparison; but to me the Tanabe w/1j was louder than the RR w/7mgte but not by much. The system isn't silent like an HKS SuperDragger but at idle/low throttle it's nowhere close to loud...it's basically as silent as your right foot.

I think sawbladz above answer your droning concerns, he's had his on his car for at least a full season. Honestly; do NOT be shy to ask him anything; he's a picky SOB and I ask him not to sugar coat anything. I'd rather someone know and understand the product fully before it is sold so there are no after sale issue if you know what I mean.

On a side note as I'm sure somebody will ask: the muffler tips are lined up to be as flush with the rear bumper as possible. I have never been a fan of system where the muffler is 'hidden'; to me a sexy exhaust system MAKES the car so why hide it.

Let me know if you have any other questions.

[Poodles]

Not only that, most factory exausts stick out to keep carbon off the bodywork.

Looks like I finally found who I'm buying my exhaust from ;)

[emiliorescigno]

Oooh, this is a tempting alternative to the Tanabe which I've been planning to get. My exhaust right now is loud and I hate it, so I'm looking for a replacement. Any idea when you guys will know if this or the Tanabe is quieter on a 7M?

Also, I'm very interested in downpipes and what sort of options you have, any news on those?

[Raptor Racing]

Can't say I'll ever know what is quieter; until somebody local gets one I'll never know and so far nobody local is looking for one as they're grabbing these bad boys :).

The DDP's will basically have NO options; all them will come with full loaded with: flex section; wideband bung; re-routed and ceramic coating. I'm just a little delayed with the write up and putting them up for sale. The first batch was made with a divider plate for the original HKS Sport Turbo's. I wasn't even thinking when making the jig that the HKS Sport Turbo's are little wider than standard CT's so I need to grind some material off the divider flange before putting them up for sale....they're already fully built just waiting to do that. With all the other stuff on my plate just haven't had the chance to get that done.

[brad92t]

Sorry Brad? Did I miss something?
No not at all, I just asked a stupid question :icon_bigg I edited my post to clarify what happened.

[Raptor Racing]

It's all good man; was just worried that missed a question.

[Raptor Racing]

In case there is any doubt; not that I have any issues with Chinese-made products (as i sell some myself) but these MK3 systems are 100% prototyped; jigged and made in Canada; using Canadian metal; welded by Canadian Welders; test fit on a North America MK3's with a 1billion% fitment guarantee.

I don't want this piping to be confused with ebay MK3 piping that is NOT actually MK3 piping. It looks EXACTLY the same as the ebay piping as it is a copy of MY MK2 piping. The problem is NOT with the china made piping it's with the vendors who sell you parts that they assume will fit. Folks you get what you pay for and the more you support the vendors who have NO idea what they are selling the more you support the demise of the 'enthusiast aftermarket' support.

Sorry; that is my 2 minute rant...thank you so much for checking out my vendor section. Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns.

[speed]

Oh geeze.. Canadian made? screw that, i'm buying chinese ebay.



JK man :P

[Tire Shredder]

Oh geeze.. Canadian made? screw that, i'm buying chinese ebay.



JK man :P

lol would be a waste. they don't fit anyways, as they are copies of raptor racing mk2 units.

[Raptor Racing]

Hahaha...omg...thanks for the good laugh :). Don't worry they were drinking US Beer not Canadian Beer when building these so they were perfectly sober :biglaugh:

[speed]

Yea I know. I had to do so much freakin work to my ebay 1jz Y-pipe to make it just fit into the turbos.. and the DP is a good 3" short of the "STOCK CAT LOCATION!!!!"... Ugh. Which is why when I buy the muffler from RR (which i will with my tax refund), i won't be orderign piping.. cause it'll all have to be custom to meet up with the jacked up ebay shit. Ugh again.

And hey, we have some frickin incredible microbrews! Rogue Brewery FTW!!!!

[Raptor Racing]

Hahaha...totall joking. I've been to many micro brewery's while touring the US and I will say that US Microbrews KICK Canadian Microbrew's behind.

Sorry to take this thread off topic...just wanted to lighten the topic up a little :).

[Poodles]

will be ordering full cat + catback payday (friday)

didn't pass inspection, so the cat is tired, and If I'm gonna break those rusty bolts loose I'm gonna do it once and be done...

[emiliorescigno]

I'm interested in DP + Cat once they're available (and I have enough money), so I'll watch this thread for updates on the DPs.

[Poodles]

I take it the metallic core cat also has the welded flanges?

Do you know the part number for the cats? I'd like to take a look at their ratings on the website...

[Raptor Racing]

All the cats have flanges welded on and come with gaskets and hardware.

Here are the part numbers:

$135 Cat: 54309
$180 (metalic core cat): 59959

Please let me know if you have any other questions.

[Poodles]

damn... the spun ones are really nice, from what I've read they flow quite a bit more since their transition is smoother...

I'm assuming the clamp is need to mount the muffler to the piping, right?

Do you happen to have any pics of a powdercoated muffler mounted? Pretty much the only thing hagging me up on my choice...

[Raptor Racing]

The systems come with a standard U-Bolt Clamp; if you choose not to weld the muffler on the piping you'll need to use the ubolt clam. I HIGHLY recommend upgrading to the torctite clamp...it's worth the extra few bux.

I would normally include them in the systems but I have had a few customers in the past that wanted to weld the muffer to the piping so it wouldn't be fair to them to make them pay for a part they wouldn't need.

I don't have any pix of the p/c'd muffler on a MK3. I have some with my systems on a MK2 but I'm sure that's not what you're looking for. All my local customers have decided to stay with the blingy look...personally on my White MK3 I'll be sporting the p/c'd muffler...just gives it more of an old school look IMHO.

[jpeek29208]

do you have any picture from underneath with the piping installed? I'm interested in seeing how you routed it.

Also how is ground clearance?

[Poodles]

3.0" Stainless Steel Cat Back Piping Only (includes hardware and gaskets): $360
Raptor Racing Magnaflow Modified Muffler (input expanded and hangers welded on): $198 (3.5" tips)
Raptor Racing Magnaflow Metallic Core High Flow Cat: $180
Torctite Clamp: $10 – only available with system purchase

Will shipping be $70?
Catback System w/Muffler: $55
Cat Only: $15


What about paypal fees? Lemme know in PM if you have to...



Keep us updated on the DP's, I 'm pretty sick of my normal DDP and want to go rerouted...

[Mark's MKII]

Hears some pictures of his system on an MKII. Looking at these I can tell I'm not a very good photographer, but you get to see the quality. You can't go wrong with George.
I kinda wished I had gotten the PCed muffler
http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i44/MarksMKII/2007May25032LargeWebview.jpg
http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i44/MarksMKII/2007May25033LargeWebview.jpg
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[jpeek29208]

^damn that exhaust is nice. i really like how nicely it tucks underneath the car.

[Poodles]

is that their DP?

[Mark's MKII]

is that their DP?

Yep.....ceramic coated and made to fit the MKII

[Raptor Racing]

do you have any picture from underneath with the piping installed? I'm interested in seeing how you routed it.

Also how is ground clearance?

Sorry I don't have pix of the piping installed on a MK3...other than the ones that Sawbladz posted on the first page. Below are some pix of the setup we have for the MK2; I had H&R springs on my MK3 so NOBODY is more picky than me...trust me on that. Both MK2 and MK3 systems where designed to have the piping as close to the chassis as possible:

http://www.raptorracing.com/MySupra's/MK2/2006Restore/DSC_027.jpg

http://www.raptorracing.com/MySupra's/MK2/2006Restore/DSC_028.jpg

http://www.raptorracing.com/MySupra's/MK2/2006Restore/DSC_044.jpg

http://www.raptorracing.com/MySupra's/MK2/2006Restore/DSC_045.jpg

BTW...the first person who mentions the tires are backwards gets banned!!! Ohhh crap this isn't celicasupra.com....ummmmm...gets banned when they come there:evil2:

3.0" Stainless Steel Cat Back Piping Only (includes hardware and gaskets): $360
Raptor Racing Magnaflow Modified Muffler (input expanded and hangers welded on): $198 (3.5" tips)
Raptor Racing Magnaflow Metallic Core High Flow Cat: $180
Torctite Clamp: $10 – only available with system purchase

Will shipping be $70?
Catback System w/Muffler: $55
Cat Only: $15


What about paypal fees? Lemme know in PM if you have to...



Keep us updated on the DP's, I 'm pretty sick of my normal DDP and want to go rerouted...

Shipping for a complete system is only $55. There are no paypal fees required.

I'm sorry I'm taking so long on the downpipes; lifes just been insane lately. I just have to finish grinding the divider plates on the DDPs and finish the write up.

Hears some pictures of his system on an MKII. Looking at these I can tell I'm not a very good photographer, but you get to see the quality. You can't go wrong with George.
I kinda wished I had gotten the PCed muffler


Mark; thanks for sharing your Pix...the car looks awesome. I really do wish you got a PC'd muffler; the MK2 and some MK3's absolutely need it IMHO.

^damn that exhaust is nice. i really like how nicely it tucks underneath the car.

Thanks for the compliment!!!

[GrimJack]

Backwards tires just means you can stop faster. :)

Hey, do you have the ceramic coating done already, or could it be done to order? Like, say, in black instead of silver?

How about the muffler tips? Any way to get those in black instead?

[Raptor Racing]

Backwards tires just means you can stop faster. :)

Hey, do you have the ceramic coating done already, or could it be done to order? Like, say, in black instead of silver?

How about the muffler tips? Any way to get those in black instead?

Grim;

I have a black ceramic coated system in stock ready to go. In regards to the muffler I can do whatever the customer wants to it; just keep in mind that 'custom' coating takes at LEAST one week to get done. I've personally never seen one fully coated (including) tips so have no idea what it will look like.

Let me know if you have any other questions.

[GrimJack]

Sounds good dude, thanks for the info. I'm rarely in a huge rush, so no worries there. :)

Just happens that I was under the car the other day and noticed that my custom built 3" is getting awfully rusty. That just won't do. :) I'll probably talk to you a little later in the summer.

A bit off topic, but do you regularly carry the whiteline swaybars? The non-adjustable ones?

[Raptor Racing]

A bit off topic, but do you regularly carry the whiteline swaybars? The non-adjustable ones?

I have one have 1 set of adjustables left in stock (in Canada) that I'm selling for $370 + shipping($25)/taxes. I have no non adjustables in stock but can get them...the only concern is Whiteline just introduced a VERY STRICT venodor price guideline and cheapest I can go (without getting my account in jeopardy) is:

Front non-Adjustable: $174.03
Rear non-Adjustable: $174.03

Shipping to Canada would be about $20 to get to Buffalo and another $25 from Toronto to you. So in the end they adjustables are I have in stock are basically the same price as any future non-adjustable purchases. Let me know if you have any more questions or if I just confused the poop out of you.

[7thousandpiecesMGTE]

Hahaha...omg...thanks for the good laugh :). Don't worry they were drinking US Beer not Canadian Beer when building these so they were perfectly sober :biglaugh:

LMAO thats funny. I work for a european company that has expanded to the states, they have a running joke that "US beer is like having sex in a canoe.....fucking too close to water." But its all in good fun.

I like this exhuast system and I will be placing an order in a few months to replace the stock Catback currently in place. Do we post on here to place an order or pm?

[Raptor Racing]

Post here; pm me; email me; aol me; msn me; call me...bang on my door....ummm.....that's about it until the site is built :(.

[suprahero]

Post here; pm me; email me; aol me; msn me; call me...bang on my door....ummm.....that's about it until the site is built :(.

for a second, I thought you were going to tell him to bang you.............:biglaugh:

For those of you who haven't bought from them, they are great to deal with.

[Sil]

Just talked to you on AIM, gotta decide on some stuff but more than likely you'll hear from me soon. I'm gonna use my American stimulus money to stimulate the Canadian economy, now thats backwards.

[Raptor Racing]

Sounds good bro; nice chatting with ya and don't be shy to ask any other questions.

SupaMan...did you have any questions that needed answering? I did get your reply via pm notification but I'm assuming since you deleted it you saw the answer to your question? No worries either way just want to make sure you have no unanswered questions/concerns.

Ciao.

[Poodles]

I should have mine soon if it's sent out :D

I'll be sure to take pics and answer any questions I can as well...

[Raptor Racing]

Did you get your tracking number via the email you sent out the payment; use the second tracking number as the first had a typo.

[Poodles]

yep, got em, no ETA available though...

[SupaMan]

Sounds good bro; nice chatting with ya and don't be shy to ask any other questions.

SupaMan...did you have any questions that needed answering? I did get your reply via pm notification but I'm assuming since you deleted it you saw the answer to your question? No worries either way just want to make sure you have no unanswered questions/concerns.

Ciao.

yeah i had some but i answered the major one myself.

ahhhh well i got one question, you have two cats listed for sale what are the diffrence between the two?

[Raptor Racing]

yep, got em, no ETA available though...

The tracking system used by the Postal Service here is so 1980's...the next update happens when it's in the hands of your local Post Office. So don't be shocked if you don't see an update in a few days.

yeah i had some but i answered the major one myself.

ahhhh well i got one question, you have two cats listed for sale what are the diffrence between the two?

Ceramic Core = smaller cells = more restriction
Metallic Core = larger cells = less restriction

[isnms]

I really like your custom work and bolt up fabrication :bigthumb:. This is on my list but probably not till mid or late summer.

Question: Can you weld on a wideband sensor bung on the inlet end center of car side of your Magnaflow Metallic Core High Flow Cat, at like a 2 o'clock position? That's where mine is on my exhaust depot high flow cat.

edit: like this -
http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j187/isnms/Supra/cat_o2.jpg (http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j187/isnms/Supra/cat_o2.jpg)

[Raptor Racing]

I can do anything you heart desires; just let me know exactly where and what you want and we can get it built.

[SupraOfDoom]

3.5" test pipe or 3" to 3.5" test pipes?

[Raptor Racing]

No 3.5" components planned for the foreseeable future; there are already vendors who offer this so really no point in flooding an already small market...thanks.

[Poodles]

*patiently waiting* :cry:

[Poodles]

Ok, finally got it installed, here's the pics!

Raptor Racing 3" cat back (powder coated muffler, stainless piping) with their metal core cat.

http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p57/viru52000/build%20thread/100_0476.jpg
http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p57/viru52000/build%20thread/100_0477.jpg
http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p57/viru52000/build%20thread/100_0478.jpg
http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p57/viru52000/build%20thread/100_0479.jpg

[Raptor Racing]

Wow....thanks so much for posting the pix Poodles. I really hope it was worth the wait; thanks SO much for your patience while we got your order ready.

[Poodles]

Oh, got it inspected, passed with flying colors, so the cat works great.

Now if only you'd finish those downpipes *hint hint*

[isnms]

Ok, finally got it installed, here's the pics!

Raptor Racing 3" cat back (powder coated muffler, stainless piping) with their metal core cat.

http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p57/viru52000/build%20thread/100_0476.jpg
That's TITS:boobs:

[emiliorescigno]

I love that exhaust. Might be in the cards when I get back to my car...you should let me know if/when you are able to compare it to the Tanabe.

[Poodles]

If I had a rerouted DP it would be a lot easier to compare. The Tanabe is quieter at idle than this from memory, though I could be wrong.

Hopefully there is a car with the tanabe at the hill country cruise in the fall for me to compare it to...

[mkthree92]

I may be interested in the DDP in the future too. Do you have any idea what the pricing is yet for a recirculated one? Sorry if you mentioned it; I looked but didn't see any prices for it. Thanks.

[Raptor Racing]

Sorry Mike; not trying to ignore you but I've been on vacation since the 28th with limited PC access. Rough pricing will be in the $550 range; there will be NO options and come fully loaded. I really haven't mentioned a whole lot in this thread as I wanted to keep this thread about the catback systems.

Once again I'm sorry for the delay.

[SupraOfDoom]

Look's so nice.....

[Who]

PM sent for purchase inquiry.

[Poodles]

You won't regret it, I promise.

[bluemkiii]

You won't regret it, I promise.



Hey poodles, got any vids?

[Poodles]

Regretably no...

Not that it would sound that great as I have a cheap, leaking DDP that overpowers the exhaust in most cases.

[isnms]

Received my pipes today :bigthumb:

George is fast. I placed my order in the middle of the night and he responded right away. Said it would go out the next day :icon_eek: That pleasantly surprised me:)

Can't wait to get these pipes, my Magnaflow 12198 (3"in,2@2.5"out) w/Superior Automotive tips, installed :D

[Ckanderson]

If these are using the magnaflow boomer mufflers I highly recomend it! they have a nice tone that isnt too loud and dont drone at all. I ran one on my 7m!

[roundfinger]

PM sent for muffler purchase.

[Raptor Racing]

Email replied to; payment received...product shipping Monday Morning. Thanks.

[stanics]

I just finished the install, and I've got to say. If you made it any better
it would put itself in. I love the sound that it makes it is a truly deep
sports car sound found more on euro cars.

[Sawbladz]

Here is the most recent vid of my car with this exhaust. I also have the DDP and high flow cat from George. It sounds even better in person. :)

http://i74.photobucket.com/albums/i271/Sawbladz/Supra/th_MVI_1763.jpg (http://s74.photobucket.com/albums/i271/Sawbladz/Supra/?action=view&current=MVI_1763.flv)

[BrandonW]

it looks like the piping to the muffler is a slip fit is that how it is or was that just the one in the picture? or is it welded when a order is placed?

[Raptor Racing]

it looks like the piping to the muffler is a slip fit is that how it is or was that just the one in the picture? or is it welded when a order is placed?

The systems are sold with an optional torc-tite clamp pictured below; 99% of my customers have gone this route vs. welding...it just makes taking the system on/off that much easier when it's not welded.

http://www.ottawaproducts.com/products/product%20images/Torc-Tite-Photo.gif

[Poodles]

Not to mention it won't rust and if it's not on straight you just loosen and adjust.

Doesn't leak at all either.

[Rennat]

those clamps are the shit! i have one on my car right now cause the PO weleded the entire exhaust, they work beautifully and i have no leaks!

[isnms]

Got mine installed today.
Raptor cat back and my Magnaflow 12198
Here are pics :D

http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j187/isnms/Supra/RaptorCatback1.jpg (http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j187/isnms/Supra/RaptorCatback1.jpg)
http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j187/isnms/Supra/RaptorCatback2.jpg (http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j187/isnms/Supra/RaptorCatback2.jpg)
http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j187/isnms/Supra/Magnaflow12198.jpg (http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j187/isnms/Supra/Magnaflow12198.jpg)

[Supra469]

That's nice. I just bought a Tanabe SMH setup though, but very nice setup you got there.

[azsuprasm]

Got mine installed today.
Raptor cat back and my Magnaflow 12198
Here are pics :D

Nice! What are you running for your Cat & DP, and how well does everything tuck-up under the car? I'm obsessing about a new Exh system & mulling my options. Talked with George and I'm still undecided.

Is a DDP all the shizle, even re-routed, or would an open elbow plenum in, lets say, a LIPP 3" elbow or other one-piece elbow-n-DP combo (bic, china...) flow just as well?

Thanks.

[isnms]

^ I have a bic dp, not divorced, and exhaust depot high flow. My pipe was sitting against the transmission support. Caused a vibration at 2000 rpm. I had to adjust the hangers to get it away. I'm thinking of trimming down some of the edge of the support to give me more room.

[Poodles]

Gonna bump this so people can find it...

[Island_Yota]

Im interested in this setup as its much easier to order from a vendor in Canada, I have an N/A though and im looking for a quiet exhaust but not some crush bent POS that id get at Midas or some other muffler shop.

Right now I have the Pacesetter system and im not happy with it, its too raspy. It really opened up the car over the stock exhaust, mid to high RPM power is way better but I noticed a significant power loss in lower RPM's.

[Raptor Racing]

Im interested in this setup as its much easier to order from a vendor in Canada, I have an N/A though and im looking for a quiet exhaust but not some crush bent POS that id get at Midas or some other muffler shop.

Right now I have the Pacesetter system and im not happy with it, its too raspy. It really opened up the car over the stock exhaust, mid to high RPM power is way better but I noticed a significant power loss in lower RPM's.

IY;

I have not heard this setup on an n/a as of yet; I can say that on a turbo system it is NOT loud at all simply because the turbo muffles a lot of the 'noise'.

I do have plans on making a 2.5" MK3 N/A catback setup as well building a MK3 n/a downpipe for my 6 into 1 MK2 header. This header had 0 HP loss; it gained at every RPM range over the factory manifold. Unfortunately time has not been on my side this year and winter is quickly approaching here.

[Poodles]

Free flowing exhaust on an N/A is going to be raspy no matter what you do. My bro's MKII has much the same exhaust as me and it's a lot louder than mine with a bit of rasp.

[7thousandpiecesMGTE]

ok, a few months past when I thought I would be ordering.... you have a pm with an order.

[Poodles]

Saw this in our off topic section, had to cross post :D

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v346/raptorracing/Jamie.jpg

[jeighty3]

This exhaust looks like exactly what i'm looking for, but i did have one question; for the piping, which of these is the best to go with and why?

3.0" Powder Coated Aluminized Cat Back Piping Only (includes hardware and gaskets): $320
3.0" Ceramic Coated Aluminized Cat Back Piping Only (includes hardware and gaskets): $350
3.0" Stainless Steel Cat Back Piping Only (includes hardware and gaskets): $360

[SupraRon]

This exhaust looks like exactly what i'm looking for, but i did have one question; for the piping, which of these is the best to go with and why?

3.0" Powder Coated Aluminized Cat Back Piping Only (includes hardware and gaskets): $320
3.0" Ceramic Coated Aluminized Cat Back Piping Only (includes hardware and gaskets): $350
3.0" Stainless Steel Cat Back Piping Only (includes hardware and gaskets): $360

This is what I'm going with based on others opinions! Talk to George he can explain the benefits.

[Poodles]

Personally I went with stainless steel as if you scratch it, it won't rust.

The other two might rust. The ceramic coated one will keep the heat in better, and the powdercoated one is the cheapest route but still has a durable finish.

[Raptor Racing]

This exhaust looks like exactly what i'm looking for, but i did have one question; for the piping, which of these is the best to go with and why?

3.0" Powder Coated Aluminized Cat Back Piping Only (includes hardware and gaskets): $320
3.0" Ceramic Coated Aluminized Cat Back Piping Only (includes hardware and gaskets): $350
3.0" Stainless Steel Cat Back Piping Only (includes hardware and gaskets): $360

From a performance standpoint the ceramic coated piping would be the best one of the three. Keep in mind though that the performance benefits aren't earth shattering. I'm unfortunately going to have to raise the pricing on the ceramic coated kits due to increased material costs...I've been trying to avoid this as it really puts the price of the ceramic coated kit higher than I'd like but at least the option is still there.

The ceramic and powder coating also protect the metal from corrosion, but as Poodles pointed out once scratched that protection is gone. Even so locally (US/CANADIAN) aluminized steel is very resilient so it wouldn't be a huge concern for me.

So all things being equal my personal choice would be the ceramic coated piping. A very very very close 2nd would the stainless...so close that I might have to flip a coin when I make the decision for my car.

Not sure if that answers your question, but ideally in my opinion there is no best...it's a matter of personal preference.


This is what I'm going with based on others opinions! Talk to George he can explain the benefits.

Ron, your DDP and Muffler will be at the coater on Monday, gonna send you an email as have to asking you a question on the muffler.

[7thousandpiecesMGTE]

Hey george, where are you at for the system I was looking for? No pressure, just curious.

[Raptor Racing]

I should have 3 Aluminized Steel systems in my hands by Tuesday/Wednesday the latest.

[7thousandpiecesMGTE]

I should have 3 Aluminized Steel systems in my hands by Tuesday/Wednesday the latest.

:icon_bigg great! I'll get with you next week.

[SupraRon]

Ron, your DDP and Muffler will be at the coater on Monday, gonna send you an email as have to asking you a question on the muffler.

Thanks George!

[fridaygo]

Price and availability of carbon fiber cowl for 89 supra?

[Raptor Racing]

I'm assuming you meant posting here:

http://www.supramania.com/forums/showthread.php?t=58198

I actually JUST received stock of a few units for the first time in about 9 months. Pricing is still $295shipped. Please post in that thread or PM me if you have any other questions.

[BlackTurbo]

Now are those tips welded on or can I have the option of putting a different tip on the muffler? Looks awesome i might add!

[Raptor Racing]

The tips are welded; what kind of tip were thinking of. These are standard magnaflow mufflers that we modify to work with the MK3 so there might be something already out there that you might like.

Here is a link to their mufflers:

http://www.magnaflow.com/02product/mufflers/02mirrorfinish.asp

Thanks for interest and please let me know if you have any other questions.

[BlackTurbo]

Thanks, that site cleared things up.

[PCguylovesSupra]

Just wondering on if you have worked on a 2.5 yet for an 87 N/A??

Saw on one post about a header too and downpipe??

Looks like you have a great system, I would be interested in a complete exhaust system from the engine to the tips. Stainless, metal core in cat.

Any thoughts on designing an intake for an N/A. Been looking for one that I do not have to oil, I'm just to damm lazy. :icon_bigg

[Moy]

you don't have to oil AEM dry-flow filters

[edmonton]

Hi George, Do you have any downpipes for a 7mgte? prefer the one that bolts directly to the turbo meaning no need for the turbo elbow outlet pipe.

let me know, thanks.

[Raptor Racing]

Just wondering on if you have worked on a 2.5 yet for an 87 N/A??

Saw on one post about a header too and downpipe??

Looks like you have a great system, I would be interested in a complete exhaust system from the engine to the tips. Stainless, metal core in cat.

Any thoughts on designing an intake for an N/A. Been looking for one that I do not have to oil, I'm just to damm lazy. :icon_bigg

MK3 N/A system is my first project as soon as spring hits, I already have the header just have to make the pipe to connect the header to the cat.

I've pondered getting an intake done of the 7mge because there is really not much to it. If you're just looking for a dry filter Amsoi's EA filters and AEM's DryFlows are the way to go...pm'ing you about this.

Hi George, Do you have any downpipes for a 7mgte? prefer the one that bolts directly to the turbo meaning no need for the turbo elbow outlet pipe.

let me know, thanks.

Hey Edmonton, I have my own Divorced Downpipes...just have had NO time to take 'PROPER' pix and do the write up post. Pricing for them is $575usd shipped (+taxes if applicable). I can also get Titan Donwpipes for you $350usd (+taxes/shipping if you're in Canada). To give you an idea the Divorced Downpipes feature:



Thick CNC 3/8" Flanges
Re-routed wastegate pipe
Flex Section
Factory and Wideband O2 bung(with plug)
Professionally Ceramic Coated in your choice of Black or Silver(Polished).
All gaskets, hardware and Shipping to Canada/USA


Let me know if you have any questions; I have pix of the downpipes but I'm ultra picky with pictures and their not good enough to 'officially' post them up.

[Mr--Peanut]

You need to make a new video, the old one isn't that great for hearing the exhaust lol

[Raptor Racing]

You need to make a new video, the old one isn't that great for hearing the exhaust lol

Unfortunately for now it's all I have; and if I may say so way better than the video's that HKS; Greddy and Blitz have on their systems :evil2:.

[Mr--Peanut]

Yea, you definitely have that right. I couldn't even find videos on most of those sites.

[PCguylovesSupra]

AH spring....:icon_bigg

Just curious... On the NA exhaust, complete, what would that cost with shipping. If you haven't figured it out yet, thats cool, just let me know.

[Raptor Racing]

Hehe...spring as just begun...haven't even had a chance to think about the n/a system. I promise to post up the second it's done.

[jeighty3]

any spring sales in order?.. i'm almost ready to pull the trigger

[Raptor Racing]

any spring sales in order?.. i'm almost ready to pull the trigger

Hey Jeighty3, unfortunately for now the pricing posted is the best I can do. Please let me know if you have any other questions.

[Got7mgte]

pm'ed

[Raptor Racing]

Hmmm...I don't see it? Are you sure you sent it or am i blind?

[jeighty3]

hmm.. i may need to wait a bit longer then... need new tires. any updates on the downpipe? pricing available?

[rmjsupra]

So far one of my top choices for my new exhaust.

[Raptor Racing]

hmm.. i may need to wait a bit longer then... need new tires. any updates on the downpipe? pricing available?

Wow...I suck...I didn't even see this response :(...sorry. Product Catalog with pricing and availability coming to my vendor section VERY soon.

So far one of my top choices for my new exhaust.

Thanks!! I'm replying to your PM as week speak. I'm totally out of stock on these; production has already started on 5 aluminized and 5 stainless systems...we're looking to have them done by June 15th.

[SupraOfDoom]

You sure about VERY soon? :P

[Raptor Racing]

I'm never sure about anything these days :nono:...I need a clone!! That being said in regards to this YES I'm sure it will be very soon...this time :sarcasm:

[emiliorescigno]

I'm curious about the downpipes...what is the story on them?

[Raptor Racing]

No story at all...just too darned busy for my own good. But I'm getting laid off from my full time job soon which is GREAT news for me and Raptor Racing so will have more time to manage the business and new products. I'm super anal on pictures...that's basically all I'm waiting for before I post.

Here is the write up for the DDP that I have for the MK3 that I 'hopefully' will have up soon:

Raptor Racing MK3 Divorced Downpipe **FREE SHIPPING**
Price: $575
Part Number: Raptor-7m-DDP
Photo Location:


For those of you not familiar with the concept of divorced downpipes I will explain it briefly. The theory behind this is that by separating the paths for the turbine and wastegate you are creating less turbulence in the elbow region…less turbulence=greater efficiency; greater efficiency=more power…more power=if I have to tell you this please don’t buy this…J/K :).

By using a Raptor Racing Divorced Downpipe along with a Raptor Racing Cat back system (with a testpipe); Mike Malloy (owner of www.celicasupra.com ) was able to go from 225rwhp(239lb-ft) with a 'stock' setup to 267rwhp(280lb-ft) on a Mustang Dyno.

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y208/MkIIMike/SDR/before-after.jpg

http://raptorracing.homeserver.com/mk2ddp/image00009.jpg

This is without a doubt the finest and most powerful downpipe you can get for your MK3. Don't accept copies; we have spent dozens of hours and thousands to ensure this downpipe fits your MK3 like a glove.

There are no options with our downpipe, there is only one way to buy it and that's FULLY LOADED. These downpipes feature:


o Thick CNC 3/8" Flanges
o Re-routed wastegate pipe
o Flex Section
o Factory and Wideband O2 bung(with plug)
o Professionally Ceramic Coated
o All gaskets and hardware

Just like all our exhaust products there is nothing for you to go and buy, we have included everything you will need to get this up and running on your car.

[Raptor Racing]

AH spring....:icon_bigg

Just curious... On the NA exhaust, complete, what would that cost with shipping. If you haven't figured it out yet, thats cool, just let me know.


FYI...we have finally built the prototype 2.5" system and the jig. I'm hoping to have product available by the end of August...i'll keep you all updated. Pricing will be the same or less...definitely NOT more than the 3" systems.

[Mk3runner]

got pictures of your downpipe?

btw, when are you going to get your site up?? or maybe get a product catalog going on here?? just curious.

[PCguylovesSupra]

I am sorry to hear you are getting laid off. Sad thing, I did too. Sat around for 2 months looking for a job. Finally found something, but at a third of what I used to make. Money to tight, I will let you know if anything changes.

Scott.


FYI...we have finally built the prototype 2.5" system and the jig. I'm hoping to have product available by the end of August...i'll keep you all updated. Pricing will be the same or less...definitely NOT more than the 3" systems.

[Raptor Racing]

got pictures of your downpipe?

btw, when are you going to get your site up?? or maybe get a product catalog going on here?? just curious.

Sorry bro...I didn't even a new post in this section. Picture of the downpipe is up. It's a pix of the MK2 DDP; which is identical to the MK3 unit except the the MK3 is slightly longer.

I am sorry to hear you are getting laid off. Sad thing, I did too. Sat around for 2 months looking for a job. Finally found something, but at a third of what I used to make. Money to tight, I will let you know if anything changes.

Scott.

No worries Scott...I'm pondering having a group buy with the MK3 N/A systems. My only concern with doing a group buy is that I will not be able to offer huge discount as my margins are low enough to try to keep the product competitively priced.

[SupraRon]

Here are a couple pics of the MKIII ddp, ceramic coated!

Buy it guys. It's great! :icon_bigg

http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd202/MiracleWhip76/DSCF1013.jpg
http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd202/MiracleWhip76/DSCF1015.jpg

[Needboost]

do you have any pics of the 2.5 system and when do you think they will be on the market?

[Raptor Racing]

I don't have pictures just yet as all I have is the prototype we made off the jig. I'm pondering hosting a group buy with all my products very soon. Just waiting to take a few more picture and get final approval from the mods here.

[Needboost]

oh ok i was just wondering. my next mod is a exhaust and im ordering your 2.5 when it is on the market. thanks for the reply!

[Altezza576]

Whats the projected cost of the 2.5 and 3" DDP's (without GB discounts)?

[Raptor Racing]

Non group buy pricing of the DDP is above about 9 posts up. The 2.5" systems will more than likely be the same price as the 3" systems:

3.0" Aluminized Cat Back Piping Only (includes hardware and gaskets): $255
3.0" Stainless Steel Cat Back Piping Only (includes hardware and gaskets): $360

I'm trying really hard to get the pricing lower but the difference between 2.5" and 3" piping is not that large.

[EdmondBreaux]

Anyone have any sound clips of the modified magnaflow muffler?

[Needboost]

i may have read it wrong but is the Aluminized Cat Back Piping powder coated?

[Raptor Racing]

Sorry guys...been a crazy week and not much time to get on the forum.
Anyone have any sound clips of the modified magnaflow muffler?

There is a sound clip on the first post.

i may have read it wrong but is the Aluminized Cat Back Piping powder coated?

Powder coating is an option...it doesn't come that way.

[Alec]

How does your DDP compare to the BIC? Is it mandrel bent? Also, do you guys have test pipes? I'd like to buy one.

[Raptor Racing]

Alec;

From a design point of view I'd say the main difference is how the exhaust is re-routed. From a sales/configuration point of view I don't offer options where as BIC does. With mine the only way it comes is: Re-routed; Wideband Bung; Flex and Coated. The only option is pick up or shipping :). Got your email...replying to it as we speak.

[Dirty Monkey]

When will your website be finished? it's been a long time.