3rd Generation Specific (1993-2002) 1993-2002 Discussion including performance modifications and Technical Support Sections.
Sponsored by:
View Poll Results: HKS Hi-Power vs. Apex'i N1 Dual
HKS Hi-Power
7
70.00%
Apex'i N1 Dual
3
30.00%
Voters: 10. You may not vote on this poll

HKS Hi Power vs. Apex'i N1 Dual

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Apr 2, 2017 | 11:07 PM
  #1  
iLLennai's Avatar
Thread Starter
Junior Member
Tenured Member 05 Years
 
Joined: Jun 2015
Posts: 14
Likes: 1
From: Canada
QC HKS Hi Power vs. Apex'i N1 Dual

I bought a used downpipe(no idea the brand) and RX7Store resonated midpipe but I'm not sure what to get. I really like the look of the dual tip but I'm not sure if it's so good due to the fact that it's main construction is steel.

Has anyone had any rust problems with the N1?

On the other hand, I really like the HKS Hi Power for it's price and sound. It's very affordable and does exactly what I'd want it to do.

I guess to end this, what are your opinions on them and why? Single vs Dual Tip? Which will sound better? Which will look better?
Reply
Old Apr 2, 2017 | 11:08 PM
  #2  
RA8225's Avatar
Banned
iTrader: (6)
 
Joined: Jul 2003
Posts: 7,141
Likes: 46
Originally Posted by iLLennai
I bought a used downpipe(no idea the brand) and RX7Store resonated midpipe but I'm not sure what to get. I really like the look of the dual tip but I'm not sure if it's so good due to the fact that it's main construction is steel.

Has anyone had any rust problems with the N1?

On the other hand, I really like the HKS Hi Power for it's price and sound. It's very affordable and does exactly what I'd want it to do.

I guess to end this, what are your opinions on them and why? Single vs Dual Tip? Which will sound better? Which will look better?

N1 duals are loud and sound like ****. If you want the dual tip, get the racing beat dual exhaust. Great soundinf exhaust and looks stock.
Reply
Old Apr 3, 2017 | 03:24 PM
  #3  
DaleClark's Avatar
RX-7 Bad Ass
Tenured Member: 20 Years
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
iTrader: (56)
 
Joined: Jan 2002
Posts: 15,622
Likes: 2,725
From: Pensacola, FL
The N1 dual is single handedly the WORST exhaust for the FD. Fits terribly (it will melt the black plastic on the bumper), sounds terrible, and is also insanely loud.

Most anything else you can put on the car will be better.

HKS makes a nice exhaust, I had one once and it's well built and sounds good.

BTW I've owned and installed around 30 different cat-backs.

Dale
Reply
Old Apr 3, 2017 | 08:00 PM
  #4  
surfmon's Avatar
Rotary Enthusiast
Tenured Member 15 Years
iTrader: (6)
 
Joined: Jul 2003
Posts: 1,002
Likes: 1
From: Pensacola, FL
N1 singles aren't much quieter but agree on the duals
Reply
Old Apr 4, 2017 | 06:28 AM
  #5  
Jspaid142's Avatar
Full Member
Tenured Member 05 Years
iTrader: (3)
 
Joined: May 2016
Posts: 122
Likes: 3
From: Olney, MD
It seems the HKS Hi-power is also constructed of mostly what appears mild steel?
Reply
Old Apr 4, 2017 | 07:41 AM
  #6  
iLLennai's Avatar
Thread Starter
Junior Member
Tenured Member 05 Years
 
Joined: Jun 2015
Posts: 14
Likes: 1
From: Canada
Originally Posted by Jspaid142
It seems the HKS Hi-power is also constructed of mostly what appears mild steel?
on the hks site, it states its made of complete stainless. I could be wrong but that's what I read
Reply
Old Apr 4, 2017 | 08:45 AM
  #7  
DC5Daniel's Avatar
Rotary Freak
Tenured Member 10 Years
iTrader: (10)
 
Joined: Jul 2012
Posts: 1,631
Likes: 89
From: Peachtree City, GA
Originally Posted by Jspaid142
It seems the HKS Hi-power is also constructed of mostly what appears mild steel?
Originally Posted by iLLennai
on the hks site, it states its made of complete stainless. I could be wrong but that's what I read
IIRC, this difference is between the Hi Power and Silent Hi Power. I believe the Silent is all SS.
Reply
Old Apr 4, 2017 | 08:54 AM
  #8  
iLLennai's Avatar
Thread Starter
Junior Member
Tenured Member 05 Years
 
Joined: Jun 2015
Posts: 14
Likes: 1
From: Canada
Originally Posted by DC5Daniel
IIRC, this difference is between the Hi Power and Silent Hi Power. I believe the Silent is all SS.
Is the one that RX7Store offers a Silent hi power or hi power? And what's the difference?
Reply
Old Apr 6, 2017 | 06:12 PM
  #9  
armans's Avatar
Senior Member
Tenured Member: 10 Years
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
iTrader: (2)
 
Joined: Oct 2014
Posts: 503
Likes: 39
From: America's finest city
Originally Posted by iLLennai
Is the one that RX7Store offers a Silent hi power or hi power? And what's the difference?
Should be the "Silent Hi-Power" as this is the one HKS lists for RX-7

HKS MUFFLER SERIES
Reply




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 03:41 AM.