From the posts that I have seen about the Apex WS exhaust there seems to be some sort of fitment issue with either the, correct me if I'm wrong, lack of an O2 sensor or the exhaust tip being a bit too short. I've also heard that there needs to be some sort of welding to be done to install it, I was hoping to install it myself.

I just wanted to know from some of the guys who have the WS exhaust what types of problems or any tips you may have in installing the exhaust. I have a '97 Maxima with intake and a Cattman Y-Pipe. Thanks guys!

 

Good question, i would like to get this setup also..

 

My apex didn't come with an O2 sensor hole and I never put it in. It is also about an inch or so too short and it is discoloring my bumper. I have yet to fix the problem because I'm getting the car painted, but before I do I will go to the exhuast shop to have it extended.

 

The APEX'i WS was made for the 95-96. If you put it on the 97-99 it will be a bit shorter and will not have the o2 hole.

 

umm it has 97-99 applications on apexis site and every other dealer......it should be a good fit

 

About that; this is copied from the APEX'i site.

Nissan
104-KN03 Maxima 94-96 $499.00

I'm not sure where you're seeing that it has 97-99 applications, but please tell me if you find anything that does say it has 97-99 applications.

I suppose that the part about the welding to make it properly fit a '97 is where the extention comes into play. I've also read that they can weld on a O2 sensor hole as well if that bothers you.

 

I have the WS on my 97 it just required the o2 sensor to be put in the b-pipe no biggie
the tip isnt as long as some would like it... mine fits flush with the bumper, I like it like that.
sometimes i notice a little bit of black residue from my dirty exhaust but my car is black so its no biggie

WASUP NORTON!! haha long time no see dude when u comin out again?

 

Yo what up Malik, its been way too long eh? I was thinking of getting the WS but that's probably going to be delayed a little bit, I'm probably going to put some rims on my car first cuz my tires have about -20 pct tread left , Any suggestions?

 

Blitz Technospeed Z1s mmmmmmm hahaha what kind of budget are ya dealin with ya want 17"s 18"s or lord forbid- 19"s?

I'm in Taiwan right now so when i get back show up at one of the meets dude

 

fitment on 95-96 is perfect. 97+ is a little short but nothing too bad.

 

i just bought my apexi ws cat back today, paid a little to much but it was in stock and didnt have to worry about shiping or anything, im puting it on tomorrow, it should go pretty easy right, im thinking the hardest part is going to be breaking the old bolts from the cat and mines a 96 so it should just fit right into place

 

Heh... so how much did you end up paying? Hopefully not over MSRP

For sure, I'll be sure to make it out to one of the meets... But those Blitzes you're talkign about are heavy man!!!! hahaha, around 25lbs for an 18inch rim... I was thinking I was going get SSR Competitions, same size but 15 lbs a piece

 

i ended up paying about 500 for it...mines a 96 and i put it on yesterday, i like it, it is a pretty quiet system though but once i get y pipe it should be just the right sound for me ya know...loud exhausts usually really **** me off, the apex makes a nice little hum when driving around normal. installing went pretty smooth after geting old exhaust off, i had no problems with hangers or sensors, everything fit fine and doenst fall short of the rear bumper like i heard from everyone else but that could also be because mines a 96 and not 97+

 

True, I guess that's what I heard about welding the pipe on 97-99 models. I'm glad you like the exhaust, I've heard from everyone that its the best exhaust for the maxima.

 

hey, i was thinking about gettin the apex ws cat back exhaust. i have a 95. so they replace everything behind the catalytic converter w/ str8 piping and the muffler rite? also, is this one of the quieter aftermarket exhausts? im looking for a quiet one because im plannin on gettin a y pipe soon also.

 

oops also where is prolly the cheapest place to purchase the apex ws catback?

 

Ok to recap:

Apexi is the quietest exhaust and was originally made for the 95-96, but with some modifications can fit 97-99

 

yes, i understand. is the b pipe section of the apex catback comparable to warpspeed's? and also where can i can i get this exhaust cheapest? iv'e seen it for $389, but newhere else i can find a better price?

 

I heard everyone said the apex ws is quieter,has anyone try this setup?I was thinking of getting the frankercar intake w/the pop charger,wsp y pipe,high flow cat,apex ws cat back,ur pully,and ecu,but don't know how much louder is it than stock at 2500 rpm 65mph,or should i use the stock cat to reduce the sound,any sugestion anybody? ps. my is 96 se auto,thanks!sorry norton i didn't mean to post in your thread,