Stock K8 exhaust maniflod vs. Headers on KLZE

mx3_ryder · Post by **mx3_ryder** » November 3rd, 2012, 11:15 am

I was wondering if someone could tell me if the stock K8 cast exhaust manifolds and y-pipe sound better than headers on a KLZE? And what I mean by better is do they retain some of the stock K8 1.8 V6 sound? I have headers on my ZE and like the sound (little raspy), but like the sound of the 1.8L K8 better. I wouldn't trade power for sound anyday as the ZE has way more nut. I'm thinking of putting the stock manifolds back on as I never tried them when I put the motor in as I put headers on during the swap. I also feel I may gain alittle low to mid range performance with the stock manifolds.

MrMazda92 · Post by **MrMazda92** » November 3rd, 2012, 5:03 pm

The stock setup sounds amazing, for what it's worth... But I've got both a K8 and KL with stock logs, and I prefer the K8 sound any day.

I've always liked the sound better... but a good choice of resonator and mufflers will put you close with a KL.
I recommend you find just the right resonator and muffler for your tastes, and keep the headers.

mx3_ryder · Post by **mx3_ryder** » November 3rd, 2012, 7:05 pm

Thanks MrMazda92

Daninski · Post by **Daninski** » November 3rd, 2012, 7:24 pm

I had headers going into a stock exhaust with a magnaflow muffler and it sounded great. Very similar to the K8 but with a deeper and slightly louder sound when you depressed the accelerator.

SuperK · Post by **SuperK** » November 4th, 2012, 1:48 am

You can control the tone and the "rasp" by adjusting the pipe size, resonator and the muffler. It would be a lot better than using the K8's headers.

MrMazda92 · Post by **MrMazda92** » November 4th, 2012, 5:28 am

I'm still trying to choose a stock-ish sounding muffler, that isn't a flow nightmare, or a $300+ MazdaSpeed muffler.

Daninski · Post by **Daninski** » November 4th, 2012, 11:38 am

This muffler sounded great, I'd like to install another one on my white MX3 but the look of the dual tips on my existing muffler is holding me back. http://www.magnaflow.com/02product/shop ... n&id=10651

MrMazda92 · Post by **MrMazda92** » November 4th, 2012, 9:23 pm

The crappy thing, is the 2.25" inlet

I'm running 2.5" piping for mine. I'm partial to the dual outlets myself as well, but it's not a requirement for me!

Daninski · Post by **Daninski** » November 4th, 2012, 9:44 pm

MrMazda92 wrote:The crappy thing, is the 2.25" inlet I'm running 2.5" piping for mine. I'm partial to the dual outlets myself as well, but it's not a requirement for me!

They do have other sized muffler sizes. My dual tip is 3" inlet.

MrMazda92 · Post by **MrMazda92** » November 4th, 2012, 9:56 pm

Good to know

ribarra3 · Post by **ribarra3** » March 26th, 2013, 2:43 pm

Im currently running Bosal's Brospeed Headers on my KL03 (or so i think its a KL03) and 2.25" piping/No Cat with a Vibrant Performance Universal muffler. Yep, its loud.

Im looking to drive daily soon and maybe take a road trip. Im 31 years old and I dont want to lose my hearing.

Im looking to run a Vibrant Performance Bottle Style Resonator and A High Flow Cat. I understand it wont be immensely quiet, as I dont want to restrict flow and lose power.

I just need someone to validate my approach. Is this a decent set up? Im looking to purchase these 2.5" in diameter.

Can someone please advise, me. Thanks!

AaronTietje · Post by **AaronTietje** » March 26th, 2013, 2:52 pm

I love the sound of the V6. My biggest disappointment with my BPT swap is the exhaust sound.

The aftermarket headers also make the bay looks so much cleaner (IMO).

Josh · Post by **Josh** » March 26th, 2013, 5:06 pm

I am with you on that ^^

If you are dead set on stock manifolds aren't the 2.5 OE manifolds larger than the K8's!? If that is the case then that would be the option I would go with.

Pritchett · Post by **Pritchett** » April 6th, 2013, 1:38 pm

Josh wrote:I am with you on that ^^

If you are dead set on stock manifolds aren't the 2.5 OE manifolds larger than the K8's!? If that is the case then that would be the option I would go with.

I don't think they are, well.. I didn't notice any difference in size when I swapped the kl's rear manifold for the k8's.

kulluminati777 · Post by **kulluminati777** » April 6th, 2013, 4:30 pm

Pritchett wrote:
Josh wrote:I am with you on that ^^

If you are dead set on stock manifolds aren't the 2.5 OE manifolds larger than the K8's!? If that is the case then that would be the option I would go with.
I don't think they are, well.. I didn't notice any difference in size when I swapped the kl's rear manifold for the k8's.

thats good news because i have K8 manifolds on my KLZE

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