The Brief
The owner wanted a catback exhaust to wake up the VR30 on his NISMO Z. The factory exhaust is restrictive for what the car is, and he wanted something that sounds the part without being over the top for daily use.
The Approach
The HKS Full Dual Muffler is a clean bolt-on catback designed for the RZ34 platform. Stainless construction with titanium tips, proper fitment to the factory mid-pipe, and a sound level that suits street use without droning on the highway.
The Build
Straightforward catback swap. Factory system off, HKS Full Dual Muffler on. Everything lines up to the factory mounting points with no modification required.
The Result
The VR30 sounds like it should have from the factory. Deeper tone under load with a clean note through the rev range, and no drone at cruise. The titanium tips sit well in the NISMO rear diffuser and the build quality is solid throughout.