My CP-E Turbo Back has been shipped!!!

[knowledge007]

Finally my 3" turbo back has been shipped as of yesterday afternoon. With all my mods and this put together I think I will have the fastest and most modded MS3 on this forum...hehe Someone needs to give me a cookie as soon as possible. Make it chocolate...lmao Damn, im wondering what a tranny AWR mount is? Can't seem to find anything of that sort. I read in on this other thread. Wonder if it is worth it...???

[Speedy3]

Finally my 3" turbo back has been shipped as of yesterday afternoon. With all my mods and this put together I think I will have the fastest and most modded MS3 on this forum...hehe Someone needs to give me a cookie as soon as possible. Make it chocolate...lmao Damn, im wondering what a tranny AWR mount is? Can't seem to find anything of that sort. I read in on this other thread. Wonder if it is worth it...???

Have you done any dynos yet or plan to after installing the tubo back?

[SharkDiver]

That sounds nice,I wish I had the money now for all that.I hear the real gains are in replacing the midpipe thing just after the 1st CAT and shit canning the 2nd CAT..I read that you will get no CEL if the 2nd CAT is missing.So Im guessing its just a 3" pipe from the 1st CAT right to the cat-back system.

Shark

[Omar MSP]

nice man, def take pics.

[MS3-oholic]

With all my mods and this put together I think I will have the fastest and most modded MS3 on this forum...hehe Someone needs to give me a cookie as soon as possible.

Congrats on the turbo back. I know I'm jealous. Would love to hear some sound clips when you get it installed.

However, enjoy that cookie knowledge007. When I receive my CPE CAI, 3.25" polished intercooler upgrade, Turbo Smart Dual Port BOV, Rear Motor Mount, TWM shifter bushings, and catless midpipe, I should have the fastest and most modded MS3 on this forum. Mmmmmmm...Cookies.(hump)

I am waiting on the CPE EMS before I upgrade to the turbo back for fear of hitting fuel cut with the other mods installed. There is still substantial power increases with just a free flowing catless midpipe as the stock catback is capable of handling much more power. Also going to upgrade with fully adjustable coilovers, rotors and pads (when available), and OZ Ultraleggera wheels in matte graphite.

Keep up if you can!!! (drive2) j/k

[knowledge007]

Have you done any dynos yet or plan to after installing the tubo back?

I was going to try a dyno run before I install and after installation. But I don't know of any dyno's here in Miami. The closest one I know of is in Broward. So with that being said, I think I'm just going to wait for the installation and then see where I am at.

[knowledge007]

That sounds nice,I wish I had the money now for all that.I hear the real gains are in replacing the midpipe thing just after the 1st CAT and shit canning the 2nd CAT..I read that you will get no CEL if the 2nd CAT is missing.So Im guessing its just a 3" pipe from the 1st CAT right to the cat-back system.

Shark

No. From what I understand, and believe me I have asked a thousand times Josh must want to kill me by now, it will have one high flow cat. I am replacing the whole system with their turbo back system from the mani back.

Depending the droning, if there is any then we already have with the stock exhaust, I will purchase the resonator. But I have a feeling that I will love this system.

[knowledge007]

Congrats on the turbo back. I know I'm jealous. Would love to hear some sound clips when you get it installed.

However, enjoy that cookie knowledge007. When I receive my CPE CAI, 3.25" polished intercooler upgrade, Turbo Smart Dual Port BOV, Rear Motor Mount, TWM shifter bushings, and catless midpipe, I should have the fastest and most modded MS3 on this forum. Mmmmmmm...Cookies.(hump)

I am waiting on the CPE EMS before I upgrade to the turbo back for fear of hitting fuel cut with the other mods installed. There is still substantial power increases with just a free flowing catless midpipe as the stock catback is capable of handling much more power. Also going to upgrade with fully adjustable coilovers, rotors and pads (when available), and OZ Ultraleggera wheels in matte graphite.

Keep up if you can!!! (drive2) j/k

Hehe, will see my friend.

What do you mean fuel cut. Is their anything I should be worried about or are you just talking about the system with NO CAT?

Also, I very curious about a short shifter. What gains will that give me and do you think I really need it???

[www.cp-e.com]

Hehe, will see my friend.

What do you mean fuel cut. Is their anything I should be worried about or are you just talking about the system with NO CAT?

Also, I very curious about a short shifter. What gains will that give me and do you think I really need it???


PLEEEEASE post a review of the system once it's installed! A lot of people are anxious for a third-party, unbiased review of the sound and quality of the system. We'd be so grateful if the first person to install the turbo back shared his thoughts with everyone on the boards!

And for whatever it's worth, you don't have to worry about any fuel cut, and since you opted for the catted downpipe, you don't need to worry about any check engine lights. You can just install the system and enjoy the newfound power and sound without any adverse effects :D


Jordan

[MS3-oholic]

And for whatever it's worth, you don't have to worry about any fuel cut, and since you opted for the catted downpipe, you don't need to worry about any check engine lights. You can just install the system and enjoy the newfound power and sound without any adverse effects

With just the turbo back and CAI, he will be fine. I was talking about when you have those two and add the top mount upgrade. I was told by someone very knowledgable who also sells, and praises CPE products that if I were to put all three on my car, the stock ECU MIGHT not be able to handle it and I could POSSIBLY hit fuel cut. I am just going to play it safe with the CAI, TMIC, and catless midpipe for now.

In no way was I trying to bash or scare people away from your product. I have the CPE CAI on order and will order the CPE turbo back when your EMS is released (hopefully soon). I was just pointing out the limitations of the stock ECU in my case since I will have the TMIC. Please correct me if I am wrong, you guys are the experts on this car. Call ME if you need advice on the H-60 helicopter. GO NAVY!! Hehe.

I love your products and hope to see many more very soon. Thank you for all the hard work and top notch engineering you guys put into your products.

[knowledge007]

PLEEEEASE post a review of the system once it's installed! A lot of people are anxious for a third-party, unbiased review of the sound and quality of the system. We'd be so grateful if the first person to install the turbo back shared his thoughts with everyone on the boards!

And for whatever it's worth, you don't have to worry about any fuel cut, and since you opted for the catted downpipe, you don't need to worry about any check engine lights. You can just install the system and enjoy the newfound power and sound without any adverse effects :D


Jordan

You are the best CP-E hands down in my book. I just noticed that it was the cat back system that was shipped. Should I be expecting the DP Monday to be shipped?

And of course I will post vids and sound clips as soon as the whole system is installed

Again, please thank Josh for me and everybody else at CP-E for their professionalism and expertise for their products.

[www.cp-e.com]

With just the turbo back and CAI, he will be fine. I was talking about when you have those two and add the top mount upgrade. I was told by someone very knowledgable who also sells, and praises CPE products that if I were to put all three on my car, the stock ECU MIGHT not be able to handle it and I could POSSIBLY hit fuel cut. I am just going to play it safe with the CAI, TMIC, and catless midpipe for now.

In no way was I trying to bash or scare people away from your product. I have the CPE CAI on order and will order the CPE turbo back when your EMS is released (hopefully soon). I was just pointing out the limitations of the stock ECU in my case since I will have the TMIC. Please correct me if I am wrong, you guys are the experts on this car. Call ME if you need advice on the H-60 helicopter. GO NAVY!! Hehe.

I love your products and hope to see many more very soon. Thank you for all the hard work and top notch engineering you guys put into your products.


Ah, no worries! You're absolutely right that if you mod your car enough you will hit a fuel cut without proper tuning. I just wanted to make it clear to 007 that the addition of a turbo back exhaust will not trigger a fuel cut in his case. We've found the ECU will cut fuel if you exceed a certain boost level or if your fuel trims are too far out of range.

And the next time my T700-GE-401 turboshaft breaks down you'll be hearing from me! :p



You are the best CP-E hands down in my book. I just noticed that it was the cat back system that was shipped. Should I be expecting the DP Monday to be shipped?

And of course I will post vids and sound clips as soon as the whole system is installed

Again, please thank Josh for me and everybody else at CP-E for their professionalism and expertise for their products.


(headbang)

You'd better believe that I'll pass your praises on to Josh and company! The shop has been an absolute madhouse lately and everyone is stressed out, so I'm sure a little positive feedback will help cheer everyone up :D

I actually came back to this thread to let you know that it was just the catback that was shipped, but I see you already found this out. We finished your catback so we shipped it. But the downpipe still needs a flex pipe and a cat welded in, so we're going to finish that tomorrow. Anthony said as a worst case your downpipe will ship out on Tuesday.

By the way, are you installing this system or are you getting a shop to do it?


Jordan

[knowledge007]

I have a Mazda mechanic shop that will be doing the install. Unfortunately I do not the necessary tools to perform the install myself.

Why? Is their anything you would like to address that the mech should know before the install?

[www.cp-e.com]

I have a Mazda mechanic shop that will be doing the install. Unfortunately I do not the necessary tools to perform the install myself.

Why? Is their anything you would like to address that the mech should know before the install?


Nope, actually the opposite :D

Since it sounds like you'll be the first non-cp-e member to install (or have installed) our exhaust system I was going to ask you to keep a pen and paper handy while you work. That way if you run into something that isn't clear enough in our instructions you could jot the info down and post it here for future installers, and we would also amend our instructions.

The catback installation should be a cakewalk, but the downpipe will require some more work (luckily not for you!). My only suggestion, which I think you should pass on to your mechanic, is NOT to force the top oxygen sensor out of the threaded bung in the stock downpipe. This information is bolded in our instructions, but if your mechanic knows what he's doing he may not have to rely on our instructions and may miss that blurb about the oxygen sensor.

The proper way to remove the sensor is to soak it in penetrating oil and let it sit for a few minutes. Start to loosen the sensor until there is resistance. Once you encounter resistance, DO NOT force it. Instead, work the sensor back and forth (tightening and loosening it) until it gets past that 'sticky' part of the threads. Neglecting to do so could destroy the O2 sensor threads, and those things aren't cheap.

Like I said, we bolded that section in the instructions, but it might not hurt just to point it out to him before he starts so he doesn't miss it. Otherwise, everything should be very straightforward.


Jordan

[knowledge007]

Yes, I had asked him about this issue before b/c I knew this would be quite a challenge. He said he would apply exactly what you have stated. But I will mention to him the instructions as to work the o2 sensor out by loosening and tightening the sensor. Does this also apply for the second o2 or is this easier to extract? He also has stated that he will not work on the car hot. He will let the car sit until the car cools down. So with that being said it should take almost a day to install.

As to your request, yes I will do just that. I will take any notes necessary and post them. But for the most part I think everything should be fine.

Thanks again Jordan,

Can't wait to get the whole system in and installed.

[peanutsparts]

Great job, but we need some pics. since U said Manifold back, i assume u got he DP too?

[knowledge007]

Great job, but we need some pics. since U said Manifold back, i assume u got he DP too?

Yes I did, just waiting to receive the whole system so I can install...the anxiety is killing me...lol(humpleg)

[MadOzodi]

Don't forget the sound clips before and after Mr. Guinea Pig extraordinaire!

[knowledge007]

Don't forget the sound clips before and after Mr. Guinea Pig extraordinaire!

Funny, I sure will...

Jordan,

I has asked in the MS6 thread about smoking and turbo seals. Does this conclusion apply to our turbo as well. Is there anything I can do to prevent this from happening? Or do you think I should wait and see if their is a recall for the turbo seals???

[udontknowjack]

im waiting on cpe cai....turboxs race pipe/cpe catback alrite shipped....anything on the cpe pnp standback?? im also getting a cpe windshield decal custom made at sign a rama.....advertising for CPE....any chance i get some discount for the standback.....(shady)

[knowledge007]

im waiting on cpe cai....turboxs race pipe/cpe catback alrite shipped....anything on the cpe pnp standback?? im also getting a cpe windshield decal custom made at sign a rama.....advertising for CPE....any chance i get some discount for the standback.....(shady)

You are way behind....lol

[www.cp-e.com]

Funny, I sure will...

Jordan,

I has asked in the MS6 thread about smoking and turbo seals. Does this conclusion apply to our turbo as well. Is there anything I can do to prevent this from happening? Or do you think I should wait and see if their is a recall for the turbo seals???


The honest answer is that we don't know. I could lie to you and say, "No, it won't happen to you," but we won't know for sure until people start putting miles on these cars.

The only reason we knew about the MS6 smoking is because is happened to one of our customer's cars while it was at our shop. We of course jumped to concclusions and thought we screwed something up, so we contacted the customer, explained the issue, and then drove it to a trusted Mazda dealer to have it checked out. It turned out that we weren't at fault, and that the turbo seals were junk. And surprise, many other people posted on the forums with a similar story shortly thereafter.

Now, I personally haven't heard of this problem on the MS3's. But, even if you do suffer from this issue, it won't hurt anything. It's just an annoyance. The worst part is, despite the fact that Mazda has documented cases of this issue, they still refuse to replace the MS6 turbo seals. So waiting for Mazda's stance on the issue probably isn't going to help much, but I couldn't blame you for being cautious.



im waiting on cpe cai....turboxs race pipe/cpe catback alrite shipped....anything on the cpe pnp standback?? im also getting a cpe windshield decal custom made at sign a rama.....advertising for CPE....any chance i get some discount for the standback.....(shady)


cp-e windshield decal!? That's awesome (burnout)

You know the saying, "You never know until you ask?" That certinaly applies here, so I'd suggest you give one of the owners a call and ask them about a discount. The guy you'll want to speak with is Josh Adams, and you can reach him at our shop anytime during the day 301-576-6142.

There was some progress on the PnP connectors, but I was too busy to pay attention to the commotion today (things are pretty crazy right now). I'll see if I can get a better rundown of the progress for you tomorrow.


Jordan

[knowledge007]

Jordan,

Please help I just checked my tracking number for my cat back system and the website is telling their is no infromatin found???

Also, just wondering if and when the DP will be shipped???

[tvissues]

Jordan,

Please help I just checked my tracking number for my cat back system and the website is telling their is no infromatin found???

Also, just wondering if and when the DP will be shipped???

I think i heard something like another 2-3 weeks before the release of the downpipe. I also have the turbo back system ordered and i am also interested in the ETA.

[knowledge007]

It will be sooner than that my friend. Don't worry, trust me CP-E is well worth the wait.

[tvissues]

It will be sooner than that my friend. Don't worry, trust me CP-E is well worth the wait.
i know it will be, but when you have an order that's paid for for about two months.... it starts to eat at you, i know i'll love it when it comes and i'll enjoy putting it in. I just need some word on when. (2thumbs)

[knowledge007]

I just received my cat back system. What do you think guys you think I should install the cat back and the dp later??? hehehe

[tvissues]

I just received my cat back system. What do you think guys you think I should install the cat back and the dp later??? hehehe
na.. slap it on!! people are impatient for some better quality videos or something! lol

[knowledge007]

I don't know for some reason I get the feeling that everything is in the box. I'm going to call Josh today to confirm. I could be wrong b/c when I called yesterday the guy told me that their packaging the DP...

[knowledge007]

Nope I was wrong. DP ships today. Hopefully I will have it by Saturday installed and post vids and sound clips by Monday. Whats intersesting is that Mazda said they would install it for me. Of course charging for 2.5 hours at the regular rate. Which is prolly going to come out to 250.00

My mazda mech said he wants to work on the car all day. He still hasn't given me a price yet. But if its more than the above I guess I am off to the dealer...

[peanutsparts]

Nope I was wrong. DP ships today. Hopefully I will have it by Saturday installed and post vids and sound clips by Monday. Whats intersesting is that Mazda said they would install it for me. Of course charging for 2.5 hours at the regular rate. Which is prolly going to come out to 250.00

My mazda mech said he wants to work on the car all day. He still hasn't given me a price yet. But if its more than the above I guess I am off to the dealer...

who wouldn't?

u paid installing a DP and CBE exhaust and then get to test drive the vehicle afterwards?

[tvissues]

Nope I was wrong. DP ships today. Hopefully I will have it by Saturday installed and post vids and sound clips by Monday. Whats intersesting is that Mazda said they would install it for me. Of course charging for 2.5 hours at the regular rate. Which is prolly going to come out to 250.00

My mazda mech said he wants to work on the car all day. He still hasn't given me a price yet. But if its more than the above I guess I am off to the dealer...
damn, maybe I should have ordered my items straight through cpe.com i didn't know of their website until i had already purchased it all through street unit. I better not get this "2 more weeks" bullshit. its been 2 months since i've ordered my intake, still not here. I even ordred the downpipe within the first couple of days of street unit placing it up for pre-order.

[C'ville]

Did they say anything about your warranty?


Whats intersesting is that Mazda said they would install it for me. Of course charging for 2.5 hours at the regular rate. Which is prolly going to come out to 250.00

My mazda mech said he wants to work on the car all day. He still hasn't given me a price yet. But if its more than the above I guess I am off to the dealer...

[knowledge007]

Did they say anything about your warranty?


Negative. They did not. This just mentioned that I will void my warranty of course on the parts I have replaced.

[tvissues]

Negative. They did not. This just mentioned that I will void my warranty of course on the parts I have replaced.
hey knowlege007, could you do a stock to tbe comparison video? and with some decent audio, this one guy that got his cat back has such crappy video that i can't believe that he actually posted it up on youtube. of course i'll be sticking up lots of comparison vids. i just need something to keep me going! lol by the way, do you have a cpe cai?

[knowledge007]

Um tvissues, yes as its states on my sig...lol Anyway yes I will. I will shoot a vid of stock tomorrow and hopefully I will have it on by the end of the week next week. ETA for the DP is 04/03.

No prob.

[tvissues]

Um tvissues, yes as its states on my sig...lol Anyway yes I will. I will shoot a vid of stock tomorrow and hopefully I will have it on by the end of the week next week. ETA for the DP is 04/03.

No prob.
ah.. there we go, sorry didn't check that "always show sig" thing under preferences. my bad. And umm have you seen the way the tip sticks out of the rear bumper? it looks bad! sticks out way too far. at least that's the way it looked in this one guys pics.

[knowledge007]

ah.. there we go, sorry didn't check that "always show sig" thing under preferences. my bad. And umm have you seen the way the tip sticks out of the rear bumper? it looks bad! sticks out way too far. at least that's the way it looked in this one guys pics.

What do you mean. Someone else has the cat back system from cp-e or your talking about the pic on the website?

[tvissues]

What do you mean. Someone else has the cat back system from cp-e or your talking about the pic on the website?
sorry, someone else has the cat-back system. another member on mazda 3 forums.com he had some pictures but hopefully its because of his situtation, he welded the cat-back flange onto the turbo xs race pipe because they don't match up. So hopefully that sticking out condition is a result of that or just the angle of his picture.

[tvissues]

m**************** <<<< why the hell does this forum do that to my website listings that i do????????? should say mazda 3 forums . com only no spaces!!!!!!!!(pow)

[knowledge007]

Yeah well that was pretty idiotic. Guy should have waited for a DP.

[tvissues]

Yeah well that was pretty idiotic. Guy should have waited for a DP.
he ordered one yesturday i do believe. I had doubts about them fitting up and i just emailed cpe i think, don't remeber who it was but it was concluded that cpe wouldn't match up to turbo xs anything (go figure <sarcasm). anyway, hes trying to sell the pipe for 100 PLUS shipping, when you can get them brand new for 130-140 shipped and hes arguing saying that the residual after 1 month is less than 50% crap and im like no, im just saying, i'd rather spend another 20-30 bucks to get a new one.

Anyway, has your dp been sent?

[knowledge007]

Eta 04/03.

[CTGrey02]

Can't wait to see the performance from that.

[tvissues]

Can't wait to see the performance from that.
can't wait to get MY performance!!!!! still waiting for intake, tbe.... i need this before my local meet! april 14th damn it! lol

[tvissues]

can't wait to get MY performance!!!!! still waiting for intake, tbe.... i need this before my local meet! april 14th damn it! lol
ok, its on its way and should be here by next thursday/friday. Only i want my intake first, so it the following week or so when the full exhaust goes on. (boobs)

[knowledge007]

Ok, ladies and gentlemen. I finally have the whole complete turbo back with high flow cat. I will be installing on friday at the dealer.

I will also ask about the debated reflash, have them check my clutch since he feels a little rugged and check the power steering issue when the wheel is all the way to the right.

So for the most part. My car out of all of ours in the us will be hot doggin it all over Miami...lol safely of course...

[knowledge007]

Ok, ladies and gentlemen. I finally have the whole complete turbo back with high flow cat. I will be installing on friday at the dealer.

I will also ask about the debated reflash, have them check my clutch since he feels a little rugged and check the power steering issue when the wheel is all the way to the right.

So for the most part. My car out of all of ours in the us will be hot doggin it all over Miami...lol safely of course...

[Kosh]

Hey Knowledge007 what muffler setup did you get? 12" muffler, 6" axelback or something else?

[tvissues]

Ok, ladies and gentlemen. I finally have the whole complete turbo back with high flow cat. I will be installing on friday at the dealer.

I will also ask about the debated reflash, have them check my clutch since he feels a little rugged and check the power steering issue when the wheel is all the way to the right.

So for the most part. My car out of all of ours in the us will be hot doggin it all over Miami...lol safely of course...
so excited you posted the same thing twice! lol anyway, mine will be here either tomorrow or today. In anycase. the exhaust should be on by this weekend!!! take some pics already!!!

[knowledge007]

Hey Knowledge007 what muffler setup did you get? 12" muffler, 6" axelback or something else?

Just one 12 oval. If the sound is a little to loud I will purchase the resonator. But I have a feeling that this system is going to be kick ass!!!!

[tvissues]

Just one 12 oval. If the sound is a little to loud I will purchase the resonator. But I have a feeling that this system is going to be kick ass!!!!
I just got mine today!!!! so excited im going to try and put it all on right now!!!! lol will update!!!

[Kosh]

knowledge007 get that thing installed yet? looking forward to feedback since I'm about ready to order a new downpipe and exhaust system.

tvissues are you putting yours on yourself? how hard of a self install is it?

[www.cp-e.com]

If you guys need any help/tips on the install, PLEASE don't hesitate to post questions in this thread, or even start a new one. Chances are that you guys won't be asking totally unique questions, and if we answer them online then future installers will be able to search the forums for help.

I hope you enjoy the results!!! (dance)


Jordan

[bigj884]

Ok, ladies and gentlemen. I finally have the whole complete turbo back with high flow cat. I will be installing on friday at the dealer.

I will also ask about the debated reflash, have them check my clutch since he feels a little rugged and check the power steering issue when the wheel is all the way to the right.

So for the most part. My car out of all of ours in the us will be hot doggin it all over Miami...lol safely of course...


y not install the thing ur self.....save so much more money that way...and switching exhuast pipes and sutff is not that hard....

it's called bolt-ons for a reason

[camrycev6]

Ok, ladies and gentlemen. I finally have the whole complete turbo back with high flow cat. I will be installing on friday at the dealer.

I will also ask about the debated reflash, have them check my clutch since he feels a little rugged and check the power steering issue when the wheel is all the way to the right.

So for the most part. My car out of all of ours in the us will be hot doggin it all over Miami...lol safely of course...

I can hardly wait to see the dynos on this. I assume you are going to get one soon?

[Kosh]

If you guys need any help/tips on the install, PLEASE don't hesitate to post questions in this thread, or even start a new one. Chances are that you guys won't be asking totally unique questions, and if we answer them online then future installers will be able to search the forums for help.

I hope you enjoy the results!!! (dance)


Jordan

I have a question you can help me with. I'm just looking to purchase the system and was wondering if you could give some information about mufflers. What are the differences between going with a 6" axelback muffler and going with the 12" oval muffler? I'm mainly interested in performance and not so much with how it sounds.

Thanks!

[knowledge007]

ALRIGHT SYSTEM IS ON...!!! AND IT SOUND FUCKING AMAZING!!! And BIGJ884, its not as easy you think smarty. You get the system and let me know how it goes.

Anyway, have to give it up for CPE on the craftsmanship of this product. It is bar none the best I have seen and or purchased for any vehicle I have had.

I will be posting vids and pic come Monday as I do not have a my card reader for my camera at home...left it at work...dumb ass me.

I LOVE THIS AMAZING SYSTEM. IT WAS WORTH EVERY PENNY AND MORE!!!

[knowledge007]

I can hardly wait to see the dynos on this. I assume you are going to get one soon?

I am going to try as I do not know of any dyno's here in Miami.

[Kosh]

Sweet! Glad you like it. Now you make me want one more :) How much time was it to install?

[MS3-oholic]

Drive back to work and get your card reader! I want pics and vids NOW. It will give you a reason to show off your new exhaust.

[knowledge007]

Sweet! Glad you like it. Now you make me want one more :) How much time was it to install?


I would say a good 3 hours. But me and mechanic both agreed to take our time so it pretty much took all day. But i only paid the average rate for 3 hours.

[knowledge007]

Drive back to work and get your card reader! I want pics and vids NOW. It will give you a reason to show off your new exhaust.

I wish I could I work at the Port of Miami and I really don't want to get asked why I am coming back to work when we are closed then getting searched for no reason b/c the cops are bigger assholes than coast guard and or customs...lol I just wait till Monday. Savor it you won't regret it...hehe

[tvissues]

I would say a good 3 hours. But me and mechanic both agreed to take our time so it pretty much took all day. But i only paid the average rate for 3 hours.
shit, started on thursday by myself, tell you one thing the downpipe part is the hardest by way far. Between me trying to cut my stubborn ass pipe with the crappy rented cutters and the downpipe. I gave up because the downpipe will not come out. I've been forced to take it to a muffler shop on monday that will cut the damn thing out in like two friggen minutes after my 8 hour event. My time of course is only due to my sprained ankle (not very fast) and the fact that everytime i do something it always screws up. lol Anyway, I talked to josh at cpe about the downpipe but i was unable to get it out due to all but one of my turbo housing studs staying in (lucky me). So between that and the cat mount flange on the pipe, i was unable to get enough movement to remove the pipe. This case probably won't happen to anyone else, but like I said, nothing works for me. After one stupid cut in the wrong spot on the cat-back, 3 other attempts on the cat back and finally getting it cut, a nice bonk on the eye brow (look like a neanderthal), some angry throwing of the 3 piece cat back in the dumpster, i had finally got the stock pipe out. The O2 bung was just a cpe said, their trick worked like magic!! Good thing they mentioned that or i'd be getting another sensor. then the downpipe. Just a suggestion on the instructions, when taking off the top heat shield of the manifold, its way fricken easier to remove the turbo feed hose and remove it that way than 4 other hard to get to bolts of the intercooler support. Anyway, got that out after awhile, got the other heat shields out and both O2 sensors no prob, cept no space for most ratchets, the two support brace bolts, and the first four nuts on the downpipe/turbo housing. The last nut i stripped, go figure, after going all over town to get a damn smaller extension for my ratchet. Then had to go back and get a bolt/nut removal set. Got that off and that was the only stud that came out. Then i had to get a new stud/ nut since its a wast to try and get the nut off the stud for only a few bucks. Anyway, the damn downpipe wouldn't budge. AND, when i was putting it all back together, I was threading the damn bov back on and of course that damn manifold coming from the intercooler is soo soft it just wants to be rethreaded everytime, I wasn't even putting any force upon it to make sure it didn't do it, but to the will of god if screwed up and hopefully the guy at the shop has a tap/die set so he can help me out, and the reinstall of the stock parts for monday was soo damn easy i thought i had forgot something. o well, anyway will be visting the shop monday morning and will have some pics and downpipe only/ full tbe videos on another forum monday night(i'll put a link in here). In all, i love the quality of the exhaust, but I'll probably love it more once its on!!!

[knowledge007]

shit, started on thursday by myself, tell you one thing the downpipe part is the hardest by way far. Between me trying to cut my stubborn ass pipe with the crappy rented cutters and the downpipe. I gave up because the downpipe will not come out. I've been forced to take it to a


This is exactly the reason I went to the dealer. He had every necessary extension to get the dp out and away. Everything turned out perfect. Eve put three of the heat sheilds back ontop of the mani execpt the one that screwed onto the stock dp. Everything looks factory!!!

But as stated on other threads, must get to know your dealer very well.

[CitizenPro]

Hehe, u guys should get to know your engine a little better. Just invest in some nice tools, and u and your car will become ONE :) Props for Tv attempting to dive in there.....

....but if ya got the money to spend on installs, more power to ya! Good Luck guys, gets some pics and vids up soon....

[www.cp-e.com]

I have a question you can help me with. I'm just looking to purchase the system and was wondering if you could give some information about mufflers. What are the differences between going with a 6" axelback muffler and going with the 12" oval muffler? I'm mainly interested in performance and not so much with how it sounds.

Thanks!


No problem :D

The 12" muffler is a more traditional "muffler" because it has a lot of packing than the 6" mufflers do.

http://www.mustangmods.com/ims/u/535/644/143036.jpg

http://www.mustangmods.com/ims/u/535/644/143037.jpg

The 6" muffler are more of a hybrid between a muffler and a resonator because it does feature some packing material. These do a better job at reducing drone than quieting down the exhaust. You can see at the rear of the exhaust in this picture, the 6" muffler looks like a long cat.

http://www.mustangmods.com/ims/u/535/644/134721.jpg

But like we've said in the past, this exhaust system is not loud, and drone is almost non-existant. We only offer the extra muffler for people who want the added performance without the added noise over the stock exhaust system. So unless you're real sensitive to exhaust volume, you can probably skip the extra muffler.





shit, started on thursday by myself, tell you one thing the downpipe part is the hardest by way far. Between me trying to cut my stubborn ass pipe with the crappy rented cutters and the downpipe. I gave up because the downpipe will not come out. I've been forced to take it to a muffler shop on monday that will cut the damn thing out in like two friggen minutes after my 8 hour event. My time of course is only due to my sprained ankle (not very fast) and the fact that everytime i do something it always screws up. lol Anyway, I talked to josh at cpe about the downpipe but i was unable to get it out due to all but one of my turbo housing studs staying in (lucky me). So between that and the cat mount flange on the pipe, i was unable to get enough movement to remove the pipe. This case probably won't happen to anyone else, but like I said, nothing works for me. After one stupid cut in the wrong spot on the cat-back, 3 other attempts on the cat back and finally getting it cut, a nice bonk on the eye brow (look like a neanderthal), some angry throwing of the 3 piece cat back in the dumpster, i had finally got the stock pipe out. The O2 bung was just a cpe said, their trick worked like magic!! Good thing they mentioned that or i'd be getting another sensor. then the downpipe. Just a suggestion on the instructions, when taking off the top heat shield of the manifold, its way fricken easier to remove the turbo feed hose and remove it that way than 4 other hard to get to bolts of the intercooler support. Anyway, got that out after awhile, got the other heat shields out and both O2 sensors no prob, cept no space for most ratchets, the two support brace bolts, and the first four nuts on the downpipe/turbo housing. The last nut i stripped, go figure, after going all over town to get a damn smaller extension for my ratchet. Then had to go back and get a bolt/nut removal set. Got that off and that was the only stud that came out. Then i had to get a new stud/ nut since its a wast to try and get the nut off the stud for only a few bucks. Anyway, the damn downpipe wouldn't budge. AND, when i was putting it all back together, I was threading the damn bov back on and of course that damn manifold coming from the intercooler is soo soft it just wants to be rethreaded everytime, I wasn't even putting any force upon it to make sure it didn't do it, but to the will of god if screwed up and hopefully the guy at the shop has a tap/die set so he can help me out, and the reinstall of the stock parts for monday was soo damn easy i thought i had forgot something. o well, anyway will be visting the shop monday morning and will have some pics and downpipe only/ full tbe videos on another forum monday night(i'll put a link in here). In all, i love the quality of the exhaust, but I'll probably love it more once its on!!!


I'm really sorry you ran into so many problems! Now that I've installed our downpipes a few times, there are definitely some tricks to getting those pipes in and out of the car. If at any point you run into anymore weird issues that aren't specifically addressed in the instructions, PM me and I'll get back to you as soon as I can.

And thanks for going to extra mile to post pics and vids! I'm anxious to see what you think of the system once it's on there!! (nailbyt) :D


Jordan

[tvissues]

O im sure i'll love it! i deffinitly like the tip, I was skeptical at first because the only pics i saw was from this one guy that had it put on but his situation made it stick out. Now that i have it on its very nice looking, almost stock. Anyway, i don't think i will run into anymore issues since this guy is just going to cut it out, i know how to do it now! lol

I went to my dealer too (not a speed dealer) and the single mazda tech had to go and look in the manual to see what i was talking about. So besides the 80 an hour, they wouldn't be able to do it for me on saturday. No place in town would actually. So now i have to wait until monday and this muffler shop is going to help me. I will deffinitly have some videos/pics up monday night. I previously had a video of just the downpipe so i will be doing a comparison of the stock to cpe downpipe (probably a big difference) and then the full exhaust systems and when i get my cpe intake i will put up a video if there is a change in the exhaust sound. probably not but o well.

[www.cp-e.com]

O im sure i'll love it! i deffinitly like the tip, I was skeptical at first because the only pics i saw was from this one guy that had it put on but his situation made it stick out. Now that i have it on its very nice looking, almost stock. Anyway, i don't think i will run into anymore issues since this guy is just going to cut it out, i know how to do it now! lol

I went to my dealer too (not a speed dealer) and the single mazda tech had to go and look in the manual to see what i was talking about. So besides the 80 an hour, they wouldn't be able to do it for me on saturday. No place in town would actually. So now i have to wait until monday and this muffler shop is going to help me. I will deffinitly have some videos/pics up monday night. I previously had a video of just the downpipe so i will be doing a comparison of the stock to cpe downpipe (probably a big difference) and then the full exhaust systems and when i get my cpe intake i will put up a video if there is a change in the exhaust sound. probably not but o well.


Ah, glad to hear that you like the tip. We (cp-e) were talking about making some changes if people weren't happy with how far it sticks out from the rear bumper. We originally made the tip flush with the rear bumper partially because we thought that's where it looked best, and also because we wanted the "Custom Performanc Engineering" logo on the tip to be visible. When we saw that pic the guy you're referring to posted, we all agreed that isn't how its supposed to look. So I'm glad you're happy with the placement.

Also, we really appreciate you posting pics and vids since word of mouth is really our only advertisement, and feedback is what everyone is waiting for. It's one thing if we claim something about one of our products, but its a whole other story if one of our unbiased customers claims something. So we'll be eagerly waiting those vids :D

Thanks again!


Jordan

[knowledge007]

No prob CPE. Placement does look a bit abnormal. But not by much. I personally like it just where it is. If and when I do get some kind of body kit it should be perfect. Great job CPE, i'm really turning heads now...hehe

[tvissues]

ok here's the link to the "review" stay tuned!!!
http://www. mazda 3 forums .com /index.php?topic=74080.msg1318927#msg1318927
(just take out the four spaces i put in the link and then it will work. sorry it keeps putting **** in place of the url.
Just a couple of the many pictures, better angles in the link.

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/4/web/2536000-2536999/2536158_86_full.jpg
http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/4/web/2536000-2536999/2536158_91_full.jpg
http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/4/web/2536000-2536999/2536158_93_full.jpg


For more pictures of my sexy beast:

http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2536158 (http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2536158)

[CitizenPro]

Looks good :)

[knowledge007]

What is that 'RACING SPEC' thing you have underneath the hood?

[Mspeed3]

what with noone posting vids?

[tvissues]

What is that 'RACING SPEC' thing you have underneath the hood?
its a grounding system/voltage stabilizer


Yesterday 08:22 PMMspeed3what with noone posting vids?
Will have vids up monday.

[knowledge007]

Here you go guys some vids and pics...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_SDLbuhU_s

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3CsN2EazpQA

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8T_LNa6LRFw

Please be patient, uploaded these vids approx. 10 minutes ago.

[peanutsparts]

Here you go guys some vids and pics...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_SDLbuhU_s

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3CsN2EazpQA

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8T_LNa6LRFw

Please be patient, uploaded these vids approx. 10 minutes ago.

great pics, but vids don't work.

[knowledge007]

Vids Are Operational!!!!

[arlsmazdaspeed]

Nice!!! clean set-up

[peanutsparts]

I like the lil grawl it has.

[Kosh]

Here you go guys some vids and pics...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_SDLbuhU_s

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3CsN2EazpQA

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8T_LNa6LRFw

Please be patient, uploaded these vids approx. 10 minutes ago.


I love that sh*t! I do have a vid request... like the last vid with the car in neutral and the camera in the back but give it some gas man :) That set up really has a beefy taste to it!

[knowledge007]

I know I have another of revving but it has my tag in it...???

[MadOzodi]

gotta love that 2k rpm cold start idle!

Sounds VERY nice! Can you take a vid with interior cruising on the highway with the windows closed? Is there drone?

[Willspeed]

Ok Im sold.... that sounded very nice and very throaty

[tvissues]

gotta love that 2k rpm cold start idle!

Sounds VERY nice! Can you take a vid with interior cruising on the highway with the windows closed? Is there drone?

sound is very near stock on highway, i have some videos too, his are much better quality but hey. post it all up in here in a little bit.
Plus, in my revving video, you can hear the turbo spool up and down, just have to listen to it beyond the exhuast.

[MadOzodi]

Oiy, so tempting to get new exhaust. Damnit, I bought the MS3 to get AWAY from a loud exhaust and here I am wanting to go aftermarket again.

I await the vids tvissues.

(rtfm)

[tvissues]

Oiy, so tempting to get new exhaust. Damnit, I bought the MS3 to get AWAY from a loud exhaust and here I am wanting to go aftermarket again.

I await the vids tvissues.

(rtfm)
here ya go kids, if the link to the individual videos don't work, just go to my cardomain page and go to page 4....







Ok, as some already know I am having some trouble getting the downpipe on so I have to have it cut on monday. In the meantime, I have already put on the cat back system to see how the system looks in place. I just have to compliment CP-E on their asthetic design skills. The tip looks extremely nice. It gives the same shiny glow as the tails lights, sticks out a little further unlike the shy stock tip that was scared to show everyone. I took a bunch of pictures because I just love how close to stock it is all the while screaming that cpe tone when its parked! lol Anyway, monday night I will comparison videos of the stock exhaust/downpipe and cpe's exhaust/downpipe. I will also have much more pictures of the downpipe installed since there is a lack of existance.

UPDATED!
OK kids, I've got her done and its lovely! The sound is great and very near stock at highway speeds. I can clearly hear the turbo spool but just for a second or two before that sexy smooth rumble overtakes the little highpitched noise. Finally, after a weekend of waiting to put it on, and a month of waiting for it, I am very pleased with the results. In all, besides the sound, the turbo spool response is almost instant. Also, incomparison to similar ambient conditions of the stock exhaust, on the highway I was managing about 2 mpg better on avg (trip comp: 28 stock/30 cpe)
The videos don't do it justice though... enjoy.



Stock tip (best I have, stock exhaust went flying into the dumpster so it won't be going back on!)

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/4/web/2536000-2536999/2536158_80_full.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/4/web/2536000-2536999/2536158_82_full.jpg

CP-E tip
cpe provided underbody shot of course.
http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/4/web/2536000-2536999/2536158_65_full.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/4/web/2536000-2536999/2536158_86_full.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/4/web/2536000-2536999/2536158_88_full.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/4/web/2536000-2536999/2536158_89_full.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/4/web/2536000-2536999/2536158_87_full.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/4/web/2536000-2536999/2536158_90_full.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/4/web/2536000-2536999/2536158_91_full.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/4/web/2536000-2536999/2536158_92_full.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/4/web/2536000-2536999/2536158_93_full.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/4/web/2536000-2536999/2536158_94_full.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/4/web/2536000-2536999/2536158_95_full.jpg

Here's the downpipe pictures...

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/4/web/2536000-2536999/2536158_100_full.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/4/web/2536000-2536999/2536158_101_full.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/4/web/2536000-2536999/2536158_102_full.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/4/web/2536000-2536999/2536158_103_full.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/4/web/2536000-2536999/2536158_104_full.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/4/web/2536000-2536999/2536158_108_full.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/4/web/2536000-2536999/2536158_109_full.jpg

Here's the rest of the pictures:

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/4/web/2536000-2536999/2536158_105_full.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/4/web/2536000-2536999/2536158_106_full.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/4/web/2536000-2536999/2536158_107_full.jpg


!!!VIDEOS!!!

Full Exhausts

Stock exhaust:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=LOp3A299kBQ (http://youtube.com/watch?v=LOp3A299kBQ)

Stock+Turbo XS Racepipe:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=AXuqwkEey58 (http://youtube.com/watch?v=AXuqwkEey58)

CP-E Full Turbo Back Exhaust (Revving):
http://youtube.com/watch?v=2cwIuIhGJ4I (http://youtube.com/watch?v=2cwIuIhGJ4I)
you hear that turbo? its more present from the outside.

Downpipes

Stock Downpipe Only (Revving):
http://youtube.com/watch?v=6aqAbujHu6o (http://youtube.com/watch?v=6aqAbujHu6o)

CP-E Downpipe Only (Revving)http://www.fmvperformance.com/forum_items/Smileys/default/icon_lol.gif hehe oops:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=ITw118v6g3k (http://youtube.com/watch?v=ITw118v6g3k)

Stock Downpipe Only (Driving):
http://youtube.com/watch?v=d6q4SGPBGv4 (http://youtube.com/watch?v=d6q4SGPBGv4)

CP-E Downpipe Only (Driving):
http://youtube.com/watch?v=h-JKbPVi1V0 (http://youtube.com/watch?v=h-JKbPVi1V0)


For more pictures/videos of my sexy beast:

http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2536158 (http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2536158)

__________________________________________________ _____________
2007 Mazda Speed 3 GT Cosmic Blue
BCC, K/N Panel Filter, Tint, 70dm rear engine mount, TWM shifter bushings, Synthetic gear oil and engine oil, CP-E Turbo Back Exhaust, (CP-E CAI on the way!)
http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2536158/1 (http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2536158/1)

[mdl247]

Finally my 3" turbo back has been shipped as of yesterday afternoon. With all my mods and this put together I think I will have the fastest and most modded MS3 on this forum...hehe Someone needs to give me a cookie as soon as possible. Make it chocolate...lmao Damn, im wondering what a tranny AWR mount is? Can't seem to find anything of that sort. I read in on this other thread. Wonder if it is worth it...???

dunno about the fastest and most modded. nutari already has a cai, exedy piggy back, awr motor mount, and upgraded top mount. hes waiting for the turbo back from ken.

[tvissues]

yeah, the rear motor mount is way worth it!

[zoom-zoomhatch]

I'm envious, as soon as my current issue with Mazda gets worked out I'll definatly be ordering that exhaust!

[tvissues]

I envious, as soon as my current issue with Mazda gets worked out I'll definatly be ordering that exhaust!

hrmm, looks like me and "knowledge" are helping sell the exhaust!!!....lol

[knowledge007]

65 dollars to dyno is it worth it guys???

[camrycev6]

Yes...that is a good price. Around here, dynos run anywhere from $75 - $200. (Most are around $100)

[tvissues]

65 dollars to dyno is it worth it guys???
Fo Sho!!!!!

[tvissues]

here's an "in car" video incase people didn't get enough videos lol...
http://youtube.com/watch?v=BP4f6iDIm_Y

[MadOzodi]

holy sh*t! almost a 10min video, lol! u rock issues.

[knowledge007]

does that mean I have to do a 10 min vid now...lol yeah right a min is enough...

[tvissues]

does that mean I have to do a 10 min vid now...lol yeah right a min is enough...
lol, it is enough but i know that there is some people out there that want to hear the differences in cruising level and difference accel levels. you should do a long video, you have the better camera! lol plus mine was while it was raining and of course with the windows up. you should do one and just vary it, accel, cruising, windows up accel, cruising yada yada. It helps people more than you think. i know i would have loved to hear more videos of the exhaust before i bought it. o well im satisfied.

[MadOzodi]

bah, you both rock. If the manufacturers did what the two of you guys did, they'd sell a lot more I think.

[tvissues]

anybody else have a CEL????? me and another memeber on m3f got one. i think his is still on but i reset my ecu and it hasn't come back. performance is fricken awesome!!!!!

[Kosh]

My TBE I ordered last week is on backorder and they should get new shipment from CP-E some time next week. Trying to get them to rush delivery it to me for making me wait a week with no word it wasn't in stock. Waiting is the suck :(

[tvissues]

My TBE I ordered last week is on backorder and they should get new shipment from CP-E some time next week. Trying to get them to rush delivery it to me for making me wait a week with no word it wasn't in stock. Waiting is the suck :(
yeah, try waiting for your intake for over 2.5 months... if you got your tbe from street unit don't coun't on them giving you a break for making you wait. In the end it will be well worth it.

[knowledge007]

I second that notion. Although I purchased my tbe from the CP-E directly...

[ill_eagle94]

(hear ya) Sounds good guys!

[tvissues]

I second that notion. Although I purchased my tbe from the CP-E directly...
yeah, if i would have known that they had a website i would have done that, but by the time i found out i had already ordered the stuff.

[Kosh]

Bump because this thread has sweet exhaust imagery/video :)

[tvissues]

btw, I had my cel fixed, it ended up that you have to move the second o2 sensor wires to free up more slack... 2 second mod! lol Do believe its in their instructions now.

[laloosh]

Does anybody with the cpe tbe and the cpe intake have any boost cut issues?

[BluMicaR]

Does anybody with the cpe tbe and the cpe intake have any boost cut issues?


Ask 'Knowledge007' he's got that set up.

[laloosh]

Ask 'Knowledge007' he's got that set up.
lol hence the reason i posted here(pow)

[tvissues]

lol hence the reason i posted here(pow)

I can say that before i got my Intercooler i did not have any problems... but now with my upgraded intercooler, I indeed have fuel cut problems. CP-E has stated that it is due to many different sensor triggers that can be fixed via Engine mangagement/tuning. Their answer is their Standback device and I love their work/products but I'm looking for a reversable plug-n-play device... Cobb's AP

[laloosh]

I can say that before i got my Intercooler i did not have any problems... but now with my upgraded intercooler, I indeed have fuel cut problems. CP-E has stated that it is due to many different sensor triggers that can be fixed via Engine mangagement/tuning. Their answer is their Standback device and I love their work/products but I'm looking for a reversable plug-n-play device... Cobb's AP

or the 75 dollar atp boost cut killer.

[bbychvz]

(godown)(butthump) for the video's

[desperado-c]

I can say that before i got my Intercooler i did not have any problems... but now with my upgraded intercooler, I indeed have fuel cut problems. CP-E has stated that it is due to many different sensor triggers that can be fixed via Engine mangagement/tuning. Their answer is their Standback device and I love their work/products but I'm looking for a reversable plug-n-play device... Cobb's AP

CP-E's PnP Standback looks to be just a couple of months away. Cobb? Well, maybe we'll know more after SEMA, but I think you're looking at many months or maybe even many seasons. The reason I think this is that I doubt they can offer a solution without throttle control and that may take some doing to get right. Given the complex dance the throttle plate is doing, it might be hard to unravel without causing other problems. I have nothing solid to base this on, but you gotta wonder why they're taking so long when they actually purchased an MS3 and are putting out everything else for it but their main product.