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Originally Posted by stevenshizzle
REVIEW [UPDATED 2 MARCH, 9:47AM CST]
Fit and Finish Concerns:
Upon taking delivery of the exhaust, the first thing that I noticed was that the resonator pipe and the cat connector pipe (if that's what it's called) did not have flanges. It was brought to my attention that I was missing a clamp. Although this was indicative of poor quality control on Vibrant's part, their customer service more than makes up for this. I spoke to Darick at Vibrant Performance regarding this problem. The quality of his customer service is the tip of the sword.
The Vibrant Performance Catback Exhaust for the 2006-2007 Honda Civic Si Coupe is supposed to ship with a clamp. Why not have the two pieces welded together or flanged from the factory? If they were welded, they would significantly increase the size of the packaging and reduce customer flexibility. If they were flanged, it would significantly increase the price of the exhuast. Clamping the two pieces together was the best mix of flexibility, packaging, and price. Vibrant Performance is confident that the 5" clamp will be a part of the packaging of all exhausts shipped to vendors from here on out. The two pieces do not slide into eacthother, they are merely clamped. Vibrant performance offered to have this part delivered to me, I told them that I would either be having the two pieces flanged or welded together.
Upon careful consideration, I've decided that I'm going to have the two pieces welded together. I'm confident that I won't be removing this exhaust after I install it. I would prefer welding to a mechanical coupling. If I ever feel that I want to take it off, I'll simply have it cut for a couple of bucks. At 2.5" diameter and 95db, I doubt that I'll have any reason to remove this exhaust.
Vendors and Customers
If your Vibrant Performance exhaust is missing a clamp, or you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact Derick at Vibrant Performance directly at (905) 564-2808 ext. 237.
Exhaust will be installed later today. Stay tuned for the style, sound, and performance components of this review...
RECEIVING
INSTALLATION PROCESS
Installation is not yet complete. Because I am not doing the install myself, I may not be able to take pictures and/or video. Stay tuned.
INSTALLED PICTURES AND VIDEOS
Installation is not yet complete. Stay tuned.
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Hello Everyone,
We would like to take this opportunity to apologize for confusion we have caused and provide some details to clear up any misinformation regarding our new Si exhaust system.
Firstly, our Civic Si exhaust system (Part #1626) is a 3 piece “bolt on” system. This kit includes:
- a 2 piece intermediate pipe that is joined together with a T304 stainless steel exhaust clamp.
- a rear muffler section that connects to the intermediate pipe.
- Installation Hardware (2 gaskets, 6 nuts/bolts)
http://vibrantperformance.com/catalo...1030_1050_1102
Originally, it was our intention to supply the intermediate pipe as 1 long piece. However, our production department made a decision to split up the mid pipe into two pieces prior to manufacturing the first batch of these exhaust systems. We chose to split the mid pipe up and connect them with a clamp for both cost and packaging reasons. This change has no impact on ease of installation, product quality, horsepower gains or sound quality.
Unfortunately, our maketing department issued press releases with images of this exhaust system being a 2 piece system. This was an error. Our production team did not mention this important change to our marketing department and that's why incorrect images of this exhaust system got released to our dealers and posted on the internet (including on our own website).
Further confusion was caused by the fact that a few of the initial Civic Si systems that were shipped out did not include the exhaust clamp to connect the intermediate pipe. Again, this was our mistake. Because of this, several customers were confused about installation and went ahead with their own installation solutions (i.e. welding together etc…). We have since rectified the problem and now all Civic Si systems shipping out of our warehouse include the necessary sleeve clamp in every kit.
When you receive your Vibrant Performance Civic Si exhaust system, please check and see if there is a sleeve clamp included in your kit. If any hardware is missing, please contact us immediately and we will have a clamp shipped to you immediately.
Again, we apologize for any issues this may have caused. Feel free to contact us at (905) 564 2808 if you have any other questions or concerns.
Your opinions are important to us; we value them and thank you for your support!
Best regards,
The Vibrant Performance Team