AlmightyLexus Posted March 22, 2004 Share Posted March 22, 2004 is there anyway to change the tailpipes to make them look like the one of the 1st generation? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VMF Posted March 22, 2004 Share Posted March 22, 2004 get new mufflers....:) im thinking bout that too but i'm gonna change whole exaust system and get rid of those catalitic converters to let my engine breath Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VMF Posted March 22, 2004 Share Posted March 22, 2004 in a meantime you can get tips from strauss they are like 7$ each Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VBdenny Posted March 22, 2004 Share Posted March 22, 2004 I understand why you want to change them because the tailpipes on the Gen 1 are awesome. However, before I spent big bucks, I'd do what VMF did. They look very original. VMF are you kidding? if you get rid of the cat, you will have to do it yourself as it is a violation of federal emission laws to remove it. Even junkyards are not allowed to sell catalytic converters. Also, I know they do emission testing in NYC, which of course it won't pass without them. I guess it would be okay if you lived in Missip*BLEEP*i or something though. Hey, you still gotta remove that dealer sticker plate from above your Lexus. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VMF Posted March 22, 2004 Share Posted March 22, 2004 i'm grad school in pa now:) no emission tests here:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VMF Posted March 22, 2004 Share Posted March 22, 2004 plus i will not drive my ls on a regula basis i think i will getmyself smth like mitsubishi galant 2000 for like 4k and ls is gonna be my project car:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VBdenny Posted March 22, 2004 Share Posted March 22, 2004 Luckily, they don't do emission testing in Virginia either. Good luck in Grad school, I remember those days. Lot's of work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tansupplyman Posted March 22, 2004 Share Posted March 22, 2004 How can you have 'white' turn signals in NY?????? Fed DOT says amber at all corners???? referring to the bulbs not the lens!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VMF Posted March 22, 2004 Share Posted March 22, 2004 well :) a lot of things are prohibited in NY. but.... they let it go. you cant even have tint in your car according to the law but you will get a ticket for the tint only if you *BLEEP* off the officer really bad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bicol-ini Posted March 22, 2004 Share Posted March 22, 2004 hello, vmf where did you get this exhaust tips, do they just fit over the stock tip or any modification, any part number, or who makes this great looking just like the gen 1 ls, thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VMF Posted March 22, 2004 Share Posted March 22, 2004 ok here is what you do, you just go to strauss and get the one you like and the one thats gonna fit your car. no modification is necessary. just leave the cashier your license and you can take the part and bring it to your car to make sure its gonna fit. there is no part number and total for 2 tips is 14$ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tansupplyman Posted March 23, 2004 Share Posted March 23, 2004 You might consider this look. looks better than under panel. :P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UCF3 Posted March 23, 2004 Share Posted March 23, 2004 Hey VMF: You're gonna have to do something with your picture. Too large. Exhaust tips are readily available at any aftermarket retailer, ie pepboys, AutoZone, Advanced Auto, Online. I'd change the exhaust system. Yes it costs a lot, but they're sound so nice. BTW, you can upgrade your Catalic Converter to a Turbo or Truck Spec Cat to let it breath better, and I think Penn, has the same Inspection testing procedure as New York. I wouldn't be surprised if they lift or pop the hood. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VBdenny Posted March 23, 2004 Share Posted March 23, 2004 UCF What you said about "sounds so nice" intriqued me. With these 4L engines being totally quiet, I have often imagined what it would sound like with flowmasters. I'll bet it has a great sound around 6,000. Any experiences with such? Denny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UCF3 Posted March 23, 2004 Share Posted March 23, 2004 Not directly, but I have my eyes on a JICs Bullet Spartam or the Blitz NUR for my LS. I'm going to stay away from the Flowmaster Mufflers, too domestic. In any case, I'm going for the Complete custom pipes setup /w a 2.5-3.0" piping. I'm also going with a Turbo Cat from the Supra. I believe it should work, but when I'm ready to customize that's when I'll tackle the project. If you have a highspeed connection, check this site out. For some reason, I end up listening to it every night. http://www.lexusgonewild.com/norCal_v2/V8exhaustComp.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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