[SD 05 STi]

I know this a pretty vague question, but I need some suggestions in terms of a new downpipe.

Currently I have a Helix Catted DP, but after two Buttonwillow events, the thing is rattling all over the place, and I'm simply getting sick of it. I've tried maneuvering the thing around, but it eventually comes back to old position, which causes the downpipe to rest on the crossmember. I've also tried installing Kartboy hangers, but since the downpipe is literally resting on the crossmember, they don't help.

Things I'm looking for:
1.) Something with no clearance issues at all
2.) 3" piping. Currently running an HKS Carbon-Ti exhaust.
3.) Must be catted.

Money may not be an issue, but please provide suggestions that are realistic (i.e., no $1,000 downpipes please).

Thanks guys.

[STI-LOS]

Originally Posted by SD 05 STi

I know this a pretty vague question, but I need some suggestions in terms of a new downpipe.

Currently I have a Helix Catted DP, but after two Buttonwillow events, the thing is rattling all over the place, and I'm simply getting sick of it. I've tried maneuvering the thing around, but it eventually comes back to old position, which causes the downpipe to rest on the crossmember. I've also tried installing Kartboy hangers, but since the downpipe is literally resting on the crossmember, they don't help.

Things I'm looking for:
1.) Something with no clearance issues at all
2.) 3" piping. Currently running an HKS Carbon-Ti exhaust.
3.) Must be catted.

Money may not be an issue, but please provide suggestions that are realistic (i.e., no $1,000 downpipes please).

Thanks guys.

Hey whats up, bro same problems here with my Helix Catted DP the only time I got rid of the vibes were when I did the Cusco Motor and Tranny mounts it went away.. But after my DOM 3 swap it maneuvered the DP back in the position and the vibes are back it sucks I know.. I went with the Invidia I did do a catless but I would check out there catted its not that expensive and from everybody I have talked to they said the fitment was spot on.. Besides that the Cobb is nice but pricey, the only other I have heard isnt to bad is the Injen but I have never seen one in person.. Honestly I think the Invidia is the best option.

[SD 05 STi]

Thanks man. I'll check out the Invidia DP. Any particular model / version I should be looking at?

How about any opinions on the Maddad DP? I know it's pricey, but yet I haven't seen any real negatives about it. Can anyone with this DP confirm if there are any clearance issues with this one?

[04STiguy79]

Resting on the cross member? Pics? Get rid of the kittys in the DP and go with a Magna high flow cat in the mid pipe, problem solved + better flow in the exhaust stream.

[FlyingPerformance]

Invidia, I run one on my car(non-catted though).

[SD 05 STi]

Originally Posted by 04STiguy79

Resting on the cross member? Pics? Get rid of the kittys in the DP and go with a Magna high flow cat in the mid pipe, problem solved + better flow in the exhaust stream.

Nope, no pictures, sorry. But the pipe is pretty much touching it when the car is off. I've been under there and tried to move it side to side; one side it will move freely, the other side, it will clunk.

Anyway, any other suggestions?

Thanks.

[scrapiron7]

Originally Posted by FlyingPerformance

Invidia, I run one on my car(non-catted though).

I'm ordering the Invidia Catted DP today. It seems to be pretty highly recommended here on IWSTI.

[STI-LOS]

Originally Posted by 04STiguy79

Resting on the cross member? Pics? Get rid of the kittys in the DP and go with a Magna high flow cat in the mid pipe, problem solved + better flow in the exhaust stream.

I have the same problem as OP mine is the Helix Catted and for some reason they are like hit or miss some fit fine some are just off a little bit and rest right on the crossmember. When I installed the cusco motor and Tranny mounts it went away, but when I swapped in the DOM 3 it made it rest even more on the crossmember. You feel the vibes at decel like at 3100-2900rpm it vibes my whole console.. It annoying