Joe Z Exhaust Review
09-11-15, 09:26 AM
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Okay I'll say it...
Is it just me or does this exhaust look SUPER ghetto? Looks almost like "Juan" at the corner muffler shop slapped some random eBay mufflers and tips together, lined it up as best as he could and welded it together. It just looks goofy as hell from behind. If I pulled up behind you at a stop light I'd probably bust out laughing at the way it looks.
Sorry JoeZ. Just my opinion.
Is it just me or does this exhaust look SUPER ghetto? Looks almost like "Juan" at the corner muffler shop slapped some random eBay mufflers and tips together, lined it up as best as he could and welded it together. It just looks goofy as hell from behind. If I pulled up behind you at a stop light I'd probably bust out laughing at the way it looks.
Sorry JoeZ. Just my opinion.
2 Month Review:
I've owned many cars from Lamborghini's to Lotus' to GTR's and even 86's etc. I've also owned the 2008 Lexus ISF.
When I first heard about the PTS - JoeZ Series exhaust, I was SUPER skeptical because it wasn't HKS or it wasn't those big name brands.
Long story short, I gave it a chance, especially after meeting Joe himself.
I put it on my original 2008 Lexus IS F that I had and LOVED every mile of the 96k miles I put on that car!!
Now to present day, the RC F. This exhaust DOES NOT disappoint.
I get looks everywhere. When I pull into anywhere, they hear that roar that is deep enough to make the muscle come out of the V8, but still great tone when I'm driving in traffic or cruising on the freeway. It's loud, but a deep loud, and can be reserved when it needs to be.
But all around, it makes this Luxury beater of mine into a Luxury Muscle car. Keep in mind I daily the crap out of this car, and it does the job perfectly in every situation.
Below is all the info on the exhaust which I have since added over 8,000 miles since installed on May 6th, 2015..
I've owned many cars from Lamborghini's to Lotus' to GTR's and even 86's etc. I've also owned the 2008 Lexus ISF.
When I first heard about the PTS - JoeZ Series exhaust, I was SUPER skeptical because it wasn't HKS or it wasn't those big name brands.
Long story short, I gave it a chance, especially after meeting Joe himself.
I put it on my original 2008 Lexus IS F that I had and LOVED every mile of the 96k miles I put on that car!!
Now to present day, the RC F. This exhaust DOES NOT disappoint.
I get looks everywhere. When I pull into anywhere, they hear that roar that is deep enough to make the muscle come out of the V8, but still great tone when I'm driving in traffic or cruising on the freeway. It's loud, but a deep loud, and can be reserved when it needs to be.
But all around, it makes this Luxury beater of mine into a Luxury Muscle car. Keep in mind I daily the crap out of this car, and it does the job perfectly in every situation.
Below is all the info on the exhaust which I have since added over 8,000 miles since installed on May 6th, 2015..
***This is 1st Production unit install thread and technical information only***
Performance Tube Systems is proud to announce the release of the PTS Catback Exhaust - Joe Z Series for 2015+ Lexus RC F.
We came to hang out with Joe Z and PTS Exhaust Engineer Dan Delgado as they test fitted and dynoed CL Member Vern's Carbon Package RC F.
We also made a short video of the dyno and sample exhaust sound clips!
Test fit and Dyno Video @ DSport Magazine:
PTS - Joe Z Series Catback for Lexus RC F Dyno @ DSport Magazine - YouTube
or
https://vimeo.com/130712566
Exterior and Interior Sound Clips:
Interior and Exterior Sound Clips for PTS - Joe Z Series Catback for Lexus RC F - YouTube
or
https://vimeo.com/130787918
Exhaust Build Specifications
• 2.50” 304 Stainless Steel Precision Mandrel Bent Tubing
• Integrated X-Pipe Designed for Optimal Flow
• 2 Stainless Steel Resonators Tuned for a Smooth Exhaust Note
• 2 Brushed Satin Finished 304 SS Chambered Mufflers Specifically Engineered for RC F
• 4 - 4" Dual Walled Tips, Slanted & Mirror Polished
• 2 Stainless Steel CNC’d front flanges
• 8 Stainless Steel mid & rear flanges
• Fully TIG Welded Construction
• Stainless Steel hangers
• 4 High End Exhaust gaskets
• 8 Automotive grade serrated Flange Bolts & Nuts
• Front, Mid & Rear Sections are finished in Brushed Satin Stainless Steel
Each system is 100% hand made in Southern California, USA!!
“Designed by Enthusiasts for Enthusiasts "
"There is NO warranty on Dynos or Exhaust Shop installations"
Full Aftermarket exhaust replacement parts carry the disclaimer:
“For Off Road Use Only”
Approximately +23 to +25 RWHP and a peak measurement of +34 RWHP.
We performed the Test Fit and Dyno with our friends at DSport Magazine
PTS Prototype Laid Out
PTS Prototype Laid Out
Joe Z & PTS Engineer Dan Delgado go to work removing the OEM System
Dan takes great care to look at all the details
OEM System Removed!
Checking the fitment and clearances
As you can see fitment and alignment was spot on
Joe Z Intake Installed
Special thanks to CL Member Vern for letting us use his beautiful RC F as a prototype
Dyno Time!
Did a couple pulls to get some sound clips, see videos above!
https://vimeo.com/130712566
Exterior and Interior Sound Clips:
https://vimeo.com/130787918
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09-11-15, 01:39 PM
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I'm sure it's a quality constructed piece, those professional pics of the exhaust at close-up and odd angles help hide it's hideousness a little bit...but....
Regular pics and viewing the system behind still looks super ghetto and weird to me. Then again it's just my opinion.
Is there anyway you guys can construct a muffler that doesn't mount slanted? Kinda like the stock setup and what Borla does with their exhaust for the IS-F, the muffler sitting horizontal/normal and the tips are arranged at an angle. I think that would have made it a ton more cleaner looking.
Regular pics and viewing the system behind still looks super ghetto and weird to me. Then again it's just my opinion.
Is there anyway you guys can construct a muffler that doesn't mount slanted? Kinda like the stock setup and what Borla does with their exhaust for the IS-F, the muffler sitting horizontal/normal and the tips are arranged at an angle. I think that would have made it a ton more cleaner looking.
09-11-15, 02:45 PM
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Indeed, but most manufacturers slap the same muffler to every application. And some even have the nerve to say they were 'specially tuned for each vehicle'. At least these guys are not saying that. Lexus cars are extremely prone to drone, so I gave up adding exhausts to them. The only way I'd do that is with a system with a Helmholtz anti-resonant chamber, similar to what Corsa Perfornance uses. I can't make the car noisier inside, or my wife wouldn't travel with me. So without a system with such a chamber, will keep it stock. At least you have the fake noise plus the artificial intake noise to pretend you have a loud exhaust. Ha ha.
. Lexus cars are extremely prone to drone, so I gave up adding exhausts to them. The only way I'd do that is with a system with a Helmholtz anti-resonant chamber, similar to what Corsa Perfornance uses. I can't make the car noisier inside, or my wife wouldn't travel with me. So without a system with such a chamber, will keep it stock. At least you have the fake noise plus the artificial intake noise to pretend you have a loud exhaust. Ha ha.
09-11-15, 03:52 PM
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Indeed, but most manufacturers slap the same muffler to every application. And some even have the nerve to say they were 'specially tuned for each vehicle'. At least these guys are not saying that. Lexus cars are extremely prone to drone, so I gave up adding exhausts to them. The only way I'd do that is with a system with a Helmholtz anti-resonant chamber, similar to what Corsa Perfornance uses. I can't make the car noisier inside, or my wife wouldn't travel with me. So without a system with such a chamber, will keep it stock. At least you have the fake noise plus the artificial intake noise to pretend you have a loud exhaust. Ha ha.
. Lexus cars are extremely prone to drone, so I gave up adding exhausts to them. The only way I'd do that is with a system with a Helmholtz anti-resonant chamber, similar to what Corsa Perfornance uses. I can't make the car noisier inside, or my wife wouldn't travel with me. So without a system with such a chamber, will keep it stock. At least you have the fake noise plus the artificial intake noise to pretend you have a loud exhaust. Ha ha.Another member below customized his PTS exhaust system to his own liking..
I would love to offer more options & flavors.. But the best way is to customize it on your own..
Or purchase a more expensive system
PTS and JoeZ have a done a phenomenal job with the RCF exhaust. Much thanks to Luis Salazar for grabbing me one right away. Customer service is second to none from all these guys
The quality of the materials used is excellent. The welds, fit and finish is perfect. The design from both a form and function perspective is a also perfect (I understand form is always subjective)
I had the cannister and the exhaust pipe coated in ceramic satin black. Install was straight forward. Most of the time was taken up by the tip alignment.
My favorite part of the sound is startup
. Specially in a garage setting. The sound is a little deeper than the JoeZ on my ISF. It has been raining here so I have not had a chance to really run the car yet. Here are some pics. Enjoy.
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09-11-15, 04:22 PM
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Systems looks miles better with the cans painted black. It can even be done with BBQ flat black paint, if in a budget... and nobody would notice. I always do that to cars with awful-looking mufflers, like M cars.
Hey folks, 2 questions, hope somebody can answer (maybe even Joe Z):
1. Can you fit the tips of the PTS mufflers to the stock exhaust? I'd definitely do that, since the stockers are not that good looking. Plus would like to extend them out a bit more (they're way too deep IMO). Or a source for them. They're also used by Corsa, Magnaflow, and even GM. Really like those double-walled tips.
2. What's the weight of the stock exhaust vs the PTS exhaust? Curious about the difference. Thank you folks.
Hey folks, 2 questions, hope somebody can answer (maybe even Joe Z
):1. Can you fit the tips of the PTS mufflers to the stock exhaust? I'd definitely do that, since the stockers are not that good looking. Plus would like to extend them out a bit more (they're way too deep IMO). Or a source for them. They're also used by Corsa, Magnaflow, and even GM. Really like those double-walled tips.
2. What's the weight of the stock exhaust vs the PTS exhaust? Curious about the difference. Thank you folks.
04-27-19, 07:48 PM
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^^^^See this thread:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...k-exhaust.html
Joe Z hasn't posted here in years. I believe he's on FaceBook.. But, since I don't do social media, I really don't know.
Lou
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...k-exhaust.html
Joe Z hasn't posted here in years. I believe he's on FaceBook.. But, since I don't do social media, I really don't know.
Lou
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04-27-19, 08:23 PM
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