Type-s exhaust moddedfor base(plz)

[Reverand]

i am thinking about modding a type-s version of the greddy evo exhust to fit my base. From my understanding it only requires adding a 6"+/- section before the flange that connects to the CAT. could someone supply pics of their exhaust and were they had to cut and weld the extra 6"+/- piece onto the type-s version of the exhaust.

I know some of you out there have done it. This is so i can specifically tell the exhaust guy what needs to be done and show him to make sure it is done right.

Thanks a lot

-Rev

[James S]

Hrmm... maybe some person or company could just weld together an exhaust extender for the base with 6 inches extra length and bolt mounts on both ends so you just bolt it right up and then bolt the exhaust onto it. That would make things simple, and I'm sure tons of people would be into that kind of thing. A Type-S to Base exhaust mod. $60 ought to cover something like that, easily.

[yeahi]

just get a type-s header and it will work. You can even go ahead and get a carsound cat at the same time, it will all bolt up together. If you search there are some post on this.

[Sousuke]

So if you say, got a HP Header for a Type-S and then a Type-S OEM exhaust, then took the cat. conv. from your base, it would all bolt up no problem?

[yeahi]

it should, i will let u know in a week when i receive my borla in the mail and try it myself. Updates later.

[Reverand]

Well thats an idea, but i am not looking to get a type-s header or another cat, just extend the type-s exhaust.

Please i know some of you have done it any pics would be great.

thanks again

[360]

No, that won't work. The flange sizes for the base cat and the type-s cat are different, so the base cat won't bolt up to the type-s header or exhaust.

If you get an aftermarket cat, you'll have to weld it on because it doesn't come with flanges.

You have three options.

A. Get an adaptor. This is a bolt-on piece that fits between the type-s exhaust and the base cat. I think 5zigen was the company that made it and it sold for $60. I believe discount tires sold them.

B. Weld. You can get the muffler shop to extend the piping of the type-s exhaust. It will have to be extended about 4-6". This is the route that I went. If you want, you can also get a type-s header and aftermarket cat and get those welded on at the same time.

C. Get a type-s header, type-s stock cat, and type-s exhaust. This should theoretically work, but I haven't tried it. The only problem I can foresee with this route is that there is head shielding above the cat on the base model. By going this method, you are relocating the cat futher away to an area with no heat-shielding.

[yeahi]

OK so look, i have a Type-S header, a carsound cat that is already welded to the B-pipe, and i have an borla exhaust for type-s, WILL THIS ALL BOLT UP?????

[360]

No.

You welded your cat onto your B-pipe. How do you expect to use that cat without unwelding it?

[yeahi]

ok i think you mis understood my idea, because someone used this exact set up before. Its not my B-pipe, its another B-pipe that came off of a type-s. The guy who had this before me had it on his car but he had a type-s. But im replacing my cat with a carsound cat, see what i mean?

[360]

Ok, you have a type-s header and a carsound cat welded onto the type-s exhaust.

Basically, you've gone route C (look at my above post). Like I said, it should work but I think you'll be missing the heat shielding above the cat.

[Reverand]

so there is a comany that sells a connector thank you that is jsut the info i was looking for, i dont know why i didnt think of that first.

[Reverand]

in fact here is a link to one

type-s to base converter (http://www.wholesalehyperformance.com/5zigen-ex-fireball.html)

[Raging-RsX]

ok so let's see..I have a Base HKS exhaust and I was planning on getting the type-s jackson race header...so all I would have to do is buy the adapter and everything will theoretically bolt up with no problems??

[yeahi]

the carsound cat is welded to the B-pipe which connects to the exhaust, correct me if im wrong please. I am not the best with motor stuff, but everything :thumbsup:

[AcuraRacesRSX]

Hello my base RSX Friends. I will be doing The Complete Type S exhaust swap. I have te Type S Catback Exhaust with Type S Header And Of Course Cat. I will be doing the install as soon as I get some better weather, its been snowing here so that sucks; I like working outside. So if u guys want me to be the guinee pig that's fine by me. I just gotta wait a couple more days for the header to come and project type s exhaust will begin. I will be taking off My Arospeed Chrome Headers HKS Hi Power Exhaust and stock cat. So I will probably end up selling these parts so keep ur eyes open, I will give all u base heads a heads up though. I am goingg this route because I like the sound of te tock type s exhaust and there will actually be more power wich we all like. I will keep u all updated on this project. Goodbye all.

[James S]

Is the TypeS exhaust larger in diameter than the Base exhaust? By how much?

[Reverand]

its either an 1/8 or 1/4 inch, but it isnt a lot, most aftermarket ehausts seem to be the same diameter for base or type-s, i dont understand why honda/acura decided to make one different from the other, makes life such a pain sometimes.

Still looking for a Greddy Type-s exhaust if any of you have it!!!! I am just going to suck it up and get it rewelded.

[KuroRsx]

So there's a adaptor for the type-S exhaust to fit onto the stock cat converter on the base. Is there a adaptor that's lets you run a JR header with a stock base RSX exhaust? Help would be greatly appreciated. I just ordered a jr header, but don't have the money to shell out for a exhaust. Thanks

[NeoBlue]

You can put a extension adaptor to fit type-s exhaust because base stock cat + header is shorter. JR header (with test pipe) is longer than base's stock header + cat, so you have to cut something.

[yeahi]

alright here is what happened......
We put it all together, everything is looking good, we plug in the o2 sensors and they are plugged in and are stretched out to the fullest. I start up my car and everythings fine. Then i get a check engine light came on, and then like 15 minutes later my battery light comes on..i take it to acura and they say i need a new battery and an alternator. BUT heres the good part, its all under warranty!!!! woohoo!!!!!!

[NeoBlue]

Why does the exhaust part affect battery and alternator anyway... or it just a coincident?

[yeahi]

i have no clue..none of it should of affected it at all..im waiting to find out wtf is going on with it.