5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003) Learn more about the 5th Generation Maxima, including the VQ30DE-K and VQ35DE engines.

Test Pipe

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 10-21-2012, 01:59 PM
  #1  
Member
Thread Starter
iTrader: (2)
 
ZzzZSlow's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2012
Posts: 229
Test Pipe

Hey guys, I've noticed in my research that a Megan Racing Test Pipe is to big. The OEM cat is 12.5 inches longer and the Megan racing one can be from 13.5-14.5. Therefore does anyone know of any other test pipes to get? I've found this one but it doesn't say how long it is! http://www.ebay.com/itm/2000-2003-NI...1520d8&vxp=mtr
ZzzZSlow is offline  
Old 10-21-2012, 02:09 PM
  #2  
Senior Member
iTrader: (3)
 
ShocknAwe's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: Atlanta, Ga
Posts: 3,292
the one linked will fit but you dont want one that cheap, the bolts in that kit are probably grade 5 at best. I would get this http://www.ebay.com/itm/Nissan-89-98...d2f4c1&vxp=mtr
ShocknAwe is offline  
Old 10-21-2012, 02:16 PM
  #3  
Member
Thread Starter
iTrader: (2)
 
ZzzZSlow's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2012
Posts: 229
I have a 03 Maxima. Will it fit?
ZzzZSlow is offline  
Old 10-21-2012, 02:23 PM
  #4  
Senior Member
iTrader: (3)
 
ShocknAwe's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: Atlanta, Ga
Posts: 3,292
Should but not 100% certain. I dont know the length of your OEM cat that the test pipe is to replace. The oversized will not fit, that I am certain of. Your cat should measure a little over 12" no?
ShocknAwe is offline  
Old 10-21-2012, 02:27 PM
  #5  
Member
Thread Starter
iTrader: (2)
 
ZzzZSlow's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2012
Posts: 229
Stock cat measures up to 12.5inches!
ZzzZSlow is offline  
Old 10-21-2012, 02:30 PM
  #6  
Senior Member
iTrader: (3)
 
ShocknAwe's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: Atlanta, Ga
Posts: 3,292
it should be 12 3/8". It should fit but I cant tell you for certain. Search around on here. A lot use the 3" test pipe and it is the same size as the Cattman fastcat just a lot cheaper. I dont know why they sell oversized test pipes. Beats me but I am sure there is a good reason
ShocknAwe is offline  
Old 10-21-2012, 02:31 PM
  #7  
Senior Member
iTrader: (5)
 
Rods03Max619's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Diego,California
Posts: 8,949
Here is one 12.5''.....
http://www.ebay.com/itm/95-99-MAXIMA...96facd&vxp=mtr
Rods03Max619 is offline  
Old 10-21-2012, 02:32 PM
  #8  
Member
Thread Starter
iTrader: (2)
 
ZzzZSlow's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2012
Posts: 229
That's for a 95-99 though... lol
ZzzZSlow is offline  
Old 10-21-2012, 02:33 PM
  #9  
Senior Member
iTrader: (3)
 
ShocknAwe's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: Atlanta, Ga
Posts: 3,292
it could be for a 1950 ford but if it is the right size it is the right size. Really dont think it is 12.5" though.
ShocknAwe is offline  
Old 10-21-2012, 02:35 PM
  #10  
Senior Member
iTrader: (5)
 
Rods03Max619's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Diego,California
Posts: 8,949
Originally Posted by ZzzZSlow
That's for a 95-99 though... lol
Same ****, I thought you knew...same length.....
Rods03Max619 is offline  
Old 10-21-2012, 03:25 PM
  #11  
Senior Member
iTrader: (4)
 
TunerMaxima3000's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Ontario, Canada
Posts: 5,548
wouldnt buy one that says 2000-2003, theyre are a bunch of variations.
TunerMaxima3000 is offline  
Old 10-21-2012, 03:27 PM
  #12  
Banned
iTrader: (3)
 
cjandura's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: WestChester,PA.19380
Posts: 3,622
The megans suck yes they are too long but the 240 one fits

Sent from AznRyan's iPhone
cjandura is offline  
Old 10-21-2012, 09:53 PM
  #13  
Member
Thread Starter
iTrader: (2)
 
ZzzZSlow's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2012
Posts: 229
Hmm, I posted WTB on JDMofchicago because I know alot of guys have 240sx's and someone has he wants to sell me for $10 bucks its 12.5 inchs but Idk if its 2.25 inch or 3 inch... I'll pick that up see if it works!
ZzzZSlow is offline  
Old 10-21-2012, 10:02 PM
  #14  
Member
Thread Starter
iTrader: (2)
 
ZzzZSlow's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2012
Posts: 229
But he put that its a non resonated one.. I'm guessing none of the test pipes out there have resonators ..
ZzzZSlow is offline  
Old 10-22-2012, 02:03 AM
  #15  
Senior Member
iTrader: (1)
 
Mr. Blue Sky's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: nowheres, CA
Posts: 3,301
that non resonated one will just be a 12.5" pipe(literally) with the flanges at the ends of it
Mr. Blue Sky is offline  
Old 10-22-2012, 09:59 AM
  #16  
Senior Member
iTrader: (46)
 
schmellyfart's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: AZ
Posts: 3,827
4th gen maxima test pipe will fit as will a 240sx test pipe.

Don't believe us? Search.
schmellyfart is offline  
Old 10-22-2012, 01:28 PM
  #17  
Member
Thread Starter
iTrader: (2)
 
ZzzZSlow's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2012
Posts: 229
Originally Posted by Mr. Blue Sky
that non resonated one will just be a 12.5" pipe(literally) with the flanges at the ends of it

Is this a bad thing?? And he told me it's 2.5inch and 12.5inches long so it'll work?
ZzzZSlow is offline  
Old 10-22-2012, 01:45 PM
  #18  
Senior Member
iTrader: (1)
 
Mr. Blue Sky's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: nowheres, CA
Posts: 3,301
Originally Posted by ZzzZSlow
Is this a bad thing?? And he told me it's 2.5inch and 12.5inches long so it'll work?
not a bad thing. the main advantage that a resonated test pipe would have is that it would deaden a little bit of the extra noise and possible rasp that comes with removing the main cat. It will work with the car, and will not cause any issues(other than a possible code for low cat efficiency, or O2 sensor code). That issue mainly happens when you remove the cat, but there are solutions for that too. You can use spark plug anti foulers to help resolve any O2 codes
Mr. Blue Sky is offline  
Old 10-22-2012, 02:02 PM
  #19  
Chocolate_Boi_1Der
iTrader: (52)
 
Cant_Get_Ryte's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: P.G.'s Finest
Posts: 2,591
I have no rasp, and have a 3 inch test pipe on mine. aside from that I use an o2 sim on the secondarys. I purchased mine from Mandrel bent solutions. Ordered the 3 inch pipe and flanges, as well as a bung to add my wideband, and just had a friend weld it up in place.
Cant_Get_Ryte is offline  
Old 10-22-2012, 02:10 PM
  #20  
Member
Thread Starter
iTrader: (2)
 
ZzzZSlow's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2012
Posts: 229
So I'm going to throw a check engine light.. mm I see

Originally Posted by Mr. Blue Sky
not a bad thing. the main advantage that a resonated test pipe would have is that it would deaden a little bit of the extra noise and possible rasp that comes with removing the main cat. It will work with the car, and will not cause any issues(other than a possible code for low cat efficiency, or O2 sensor code). That issue mainly happens when you remove the cat, but there are solutions for that too. You can use spark plug anti foulers to help resolve any O2 codes
ZzzZSlow is offline  
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
litch
4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
123
01-04-2024 07:01 PM
tarun900
4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
19
12-20-2021 06:57 PM
aw11power
Supercharged/Turbocharged
161
10-10-2021 04:57 AM
My Coffee
New Member Introductions
15
06-06-2017 02:01 PM
Quickywd01
4th Generation Classifieds (1995-1999)
3
09-21-2016 09:36 PM



Quick Reply: Test Pipe



All times are GMT -7. The time now is 03:32 PM.