SSR Performance down pipes sound

[pgeneste]

To my unrefined ears, mine sounds just like the SSR video, therefore I am very happy with my SSR Downpipes with the stock exhaust.

Question for you, if you look at the side of the car are the tubes of the SSR pipes flush with the underside or do they stick out (down) some, if so how much? Thanks for the feedback...

 

[SKStinger]

Question for you, if you look at the side of the car are the tubes of the SSR pipes flush with the underside or do they stick out (down) some, if so how much? Thanks for the feedback...

This has been covered before. They do hang lower than the stock midpipes but still not as low as the front skid plate. You’ll hit that before denting the midpipes.

 

[pgeneste]

This has been covered before. They do hang lower than the stock midpipes but still not as low as the front skid plate. You’ll hit that before denting the midpipes.

Thanks, I know a few have said that but I was asking a few others to see if that is consistent result especially for those who are stock past the mid-pipes.

 

[Ek9max]

The design of the stock catback is slightly different from country to country. The US versions were made to be a little bit louder for our market from the factory.

Is the canadian version the same?

 

[Ek9max]

I see there is no drone. What about smell or sooty rear bumpers?

 

[SKStinger]

I see there is no drone. What about smell or sooty rear bumpers?

The primary cats are still there so you won’t get a smell and I’ve noticed no difference between these and stock for soot on the tail pipe finishers.

 

[Ek9max]

The primary cats are still there so you won’t get a smell and I’ve noticed no difference between these and stock for soot on the tail pipe finishers.

Ok cool. Thanks man.

 

[ZyroXZ2]

Is the canadian version the same?

Seeing as how I'm a filthy 'Murican, I have no clue about the actual differences to other countries. However, based on the marketing articles from various automobile journalists, only the US got a more aggressive version due to our market demographics. Thus, I would presume everyone else is relatively similar to each other with Aussies possibly being the only other place I'd imagine would also get slightly louder versions.

 

[Christopher Léger]

I was looking at UP dp/md but got discouraged with CEL/Overboost.. do the SSR have the same issues?

 

[MrSmoofy]

I was looking at UP dp/md but got discouraged with CEL/Overboost.. do the SSR have the same issues?

I think what people are confusing are there are 4 pipe sections. Some of the ones that are called down pipes are replacing the primary off the turbos where the CO2 sensor is and without the sensor or something to fool it you would get a CEL. The primary down pipes have the primary cats

Then there is secondary down pipes with the secondary cat and they do not have CO2 sensors so you can replace those and not worry about CEL which i'm doing next week.

Then there is a mid pipe

Then there is everything after the mid pipe which is the mufflers.

So when someone says DP (downpipes) they need to be clear which downpipes they are talking about.

 

[Not Here Anymore]

I was looking at UP dp/md but got discouraged with CEL/Overboost.. do the SSR have the same issues?

Well I have the Mid pipes and cat back exhaust, and the exhaust flow causes faster spool up and My ECU shut down a bit as it might have over boosted the perimeters set in the stock ECU. That was only under hard acceleration on launch and at speed when I did a full throttle, down pipes / mid pipes with cat back stock should not be a problem

 

[Not Here Anymore]

Well I have the Mid pipes and cat back exhaust, and the exhaust flow causes faster spool up and My ECU shut down a bit as it might have over boosted the perimeters set in the stock ECU. That was only under hard acceleration on launch and at speed when I did a full throttle, down pipes / mid pipes with cat back stock should not be a problem

My mid/dps remove only the secondary cats and throws no codes as mentioned by Mr Smoofy earlier, that being said with, the Mid pipes and cat back exhaust changed will in fact release the exhaust flow much faster , reduced back pressure and with some increased Whp, wheel torque performance gains just my thoughts on the matter lol

 

[Matt Shelton]

I am installing my SSR mid pipes (they call them down pipes) tomorrow morning on my 2019 GT2 RWD
Was wondering if anyone made any installation videos, I haven’t been able to find any online.

Also, I’m doing the install at friends house since he has a car lift.
I’m bringing basic tools but what else should I bring to be prepared.

So far, I’m also bringing isopropyl alcohol to clean off all my fingerprints after installing so they don’t get burned it. I’m anal like that.

Cheers!

 

[Not Here Anymore]

I am installing my SSR mid pipes (they call them down pipes) tomorrow morning on my 2019 GT2 RWD
Was wondering if anyone made any installation videos, I haven’t been able to find any online.

Also, I’m doing the install at friends house since he has a car lift.
I’m bringing basic tools but what else should I bring to be prepared.

So far, I’m also bringing isopropyl alcohol to clean off all my fingerprints after installing so they don’t get burned it. I’m anal like that.

Cheers!

Good luck Matt , I hope it goes well for you and let’s us know how you like the sound and feel on the Butt DYNO he he cheers

 

[MisterMac]

I am installing my SSR mid pipes (they call them down pipes) tomorrow morning on my 2019 GT2 RWD
Was wondering if anyone made any installation videos, I haven’t been able to find any online.

Also, I’m doing the install at friends house since he has a car lift.
I’m bringing basic tools but what else should I bring to be prepared.

So far, I’m also bringing isopropyl alcohol to clean off all my fingerprints after installing so they don’t get burned it. I’m anal like that.

Cheers!

You will not need a video. This is about the simplest thing you can do on your car. Four bolts per side to remove and six to install. Super easy

 

[mcemc]

You will not need a video. This is about the simplest thing you can do on your car. Four bolts per side to remove and six to install. Super easy

Could someone tell me for sure if the SSR Downpipes doesnt affect the catalytic converter or not. And does it throw out any codes. I have searched this whole thread and cannot find a straight answer to:
If these attach to turbos or remove the catalytic converter. Took it to a muffler shop and they said it would take the catalytic converter off the car and they wouldnt do it, and also would void the warranty.
Just need a straight answer.

 

[Dochidalgo]

Could someone tell me for sure if the SSR Downpipes doesnt affect the catalytic converter or not. And does it throw out any codes. I have searched this whole thread and cannot find a straight answer to:
If these attach to turbos or remove the catalytic converter. Took it to a muffler shop and they said it would take the catalytic converter off the car and they wouldnt do it, and also would void the warranty.
Just need a straight answer.

The SSR downpipes substitute or replace the OEM pipes with one catalytic converter each side. Those catalytic converters do not have sensors or connections with the car ECU.....so, NO diagnostic trouble code will be activated. And no, they are not connected directly to the turbos.

 

[SteveCo]

Could someone tell me for sure if the SSR Downpipes doesnt affect the catalytic converter or not. And does it throw out any codes. I have searched this whole thread and cannot find a straight answer to:
If these attach to turbos or remove the catalytic converter. Took it to a muffler shop and they said it would take the catalytic converter off the car and they wouldnt do it, and also would void the warranty.
Just need a straight answer.

There are two pipes downstream from the turbo exhaust outlet - the first section of pipe contains the primary catalytic converter, and has an O2 sensor that will show an emissions fault if the cat is removed. That pipe (and cat) remains in place with the SSR downpipes.



The next section of pipe has a secondary catalytic converter, and no O2 sensor - that is the section of pipe that is replaced with the SSR pipes (and removes that secondary cat). Without a sensor downstream, this will not trigger an emissions fault.



However, even though it won't trigger an emissions fault, removing that secondary cat is in fact modifying the factory installed emission control system - so a muffler shop can certainly deny a request to remove/replace it if they feel they are liable by skirting or breaking the law. However, many will do the work regardless - it's often just a matter of checking with different shops.

On the emissions front, it's the primary catalytic converter (the one that stays in place) that does the bulk of the work. The secondary is just there to cover limited situations like a cold start.

As for the warranty, that type of exhaust modification is highly unlikely to cause any issues that would adversely affect the car, or any future warranty claims.

 

[mcemc]

This was what I was looking for thank you think I will put them on today.

 

[Callum]

Does anybody else car constantly burple/pop when coasting? It's most apparently in Sport mode due to the lower gear usage and engine braking effect. I am 100% stock exhaust, other then these SSR pipes. When the engine is cold, I get some hellaciously loud pops.

I do a lot of stop and go traffic, honestly it can get old after 45 minutes.