RC F (2015-present) Discussion topics related to the RC F model

Borla vs Resonator/Muffler Delete

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 03-20-19 | 05:54 PM
  #16  
05RollaXRS's Avatar
05RollaXRS
Thread Starter
Lexus Test Driver
 
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 9,974
Likes: 2,512
From: Calgary, AB
Default

Originally Posted by Apone
Wondering the same. In the one shot when he pulls away it sounds almost as loud as Borla. I don't love the blue tips....actually at all...but maybe that can be addressed.
Which one? Invidia? It is available in two versions. Stainless steel and Titanium burnt blue tips. The SS is about $200 cheaper. The Ti tips look amazing in real life and go well with the F blue, but that is my opinion.
Old 03-24-19 | 05:16 AM
  #17  
Ken34's Avatar
Ken34
Driver School Candidate
 
Joined: Mar 2019
Posts: 44
Likes: 3
From: GA
Default

wow they both sound really amazing, i think the resonator delete sounds a little raspy near redline though. i would probably choose the Invidia for myself.
Old 03-25-19 | 11:19 AM
  #18  
Apone's Avatar
Apone
Pole Position
 
Joined: May 2017
Posts: 302
Likes: 62
From: PA
Default

Originally Posted by 05RollaXRS
Which one? Invidia? It is available in two versions. Stainless steel and Titanium burnt blue tips. The SS is about $200 cheaper. The Ti tips look amazing in real life and go well with the F blue, but that is my opinion.
Yes - the Invidia sounds almost as loud as the Borla in the one video. But Youtube is a terrible way to judge exhausts. Rolla, you may have heard it live and have a better sense.

My F is blue.....it just seems to be a bit much in my head but maybe I need to look at it again.
Old 03-25-19 | 12:18 PM
  #19  
Meraki Autoworks's Avatar
Meraki Autoworks
Your #1 Lexus Vendor
iTrader: (8)
 
Joined: Oct 2011
Posts: 18,737
Likes: 704
From: CA - USA
Default

Whoevers in the market..

Contact us for pricing on the Invidia and the Borla!!

-Josh
__________________

Your #1 Dealer for Aftermarket Performance Products
Orange County, CA
Email: info@merakiautoworks.com
Text/Call: 213 394 2886
Website: www.MerakiAutoworks.com
Old 03-25-19 | 01:10 PM
  #20  
05RollaXRS's Avatar
05RollaXRS
Thread Starter
Lexus Test Driver
 
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 9,974
Likes: 2,512
From: Calgary, AB
Default

Originally Posted by Apone
Yes - the Invidia sounds almost as loud as the Borla in the one video. But Youtube is a terrible way to judge exhausts. Rolla, you may have heard it live and have a better sense.

My F is blue.....it just seems to be a bit much in my head but maybe I need to look at it again.
You can get the SS version and save $200. I have not heard Invidia in real life. Just lots of videos with headphones on and listening different exhausts back to back. I have heard it is not as loud as Borla, but is more melodic and smooth than the Borla. Plus, the looks are killer that go with the OEM oval tips and the titanium tips go very well with the RCF.

You can check with Josh@Meraki for detailed comparison as I think he has heard both in real life.
The following users liked this post:
Meraki Autoworks (03-25-19)
Old 03-25-19 | 02:00 PM
  #21  
Ken34's Avatar
Ken34
Driver School Candidate
 
Joined: Mar 2019
Posts: 44
Likes: 3
From: GA
Default

has anyone heard the tanabe medallion exhaust?
Old 03-25-19 | 02:28 PM
  #22  
Meraki Autoworks's Avatar
Meraki Autoworks
Your #1 Lexus Vendor
iTrader: (8)
 
Joined: Oct 2011
Posts: 18,737
Likes: 704
From: CA - USA
Default

Originally Posted by Ken34
has anyone heard the tanabe medallion exhaust?
Yes sir, that one is an axle back though.

-Josh
__________________

Your #1 Dealer for Aftermarket Performance Products
Orange County, CA
Email: info@merakiautoworks.com
Text/Call: 213 394 2886
Website: www.MerakiAutoworks.com
Old 03-25-19 | 07:08 PM
  #23  
Ken34's Avatar
Ken34
Driver School Candidate
 
Joined: Mar 2019
Posts: 44
Likes: 3
From: GA
Default

Originally Posted by Meraki Autoworks
Yes sir, that one is an axle back though.

-Josh
Ah, I see. If I got an exhaust, it wouldn't be for performance gains, just looking for sound. Something not too loud, I love the way the borla sounds, but it might be too loud for my personal use. Was wondering if the tanabe is a bit more tame
The following users liked this post:
Meraki Autoworks (03-26-19)
Old 03-25-19 | 07:27 PM
  #24  
05RollaXRS's Avatar
05RollaXRS
Thread Starter
Lexus Test Driver
 
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 9,974
Likes: 2,512
From: Calgary, AB
Default

Originally Posted by Ken34
Ah, I see. If I got an exhaust, it wouldn't be for performance gains, just looking for sound. Something not too loud, I love the way the borla sounds, but it might be too loud for my personal use. Was wondering if the tanabe is a bit more tame
There are videos of it on youtube. Axle back tend to be on the mild side. We have a lot of sound deadening and you might not hear a significant difference in the cabin.
Old 04-01-19 | 06:27 AM
  #25  
RYLITT's Avatar
RYLITT
Pole Position
 
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 287
Likes: 17
From: Tampa, FL
Default

Keep in mind, that video OP shot was probably with a GOPRO in a case, based on the picture profile. This video I shot of stock vs Borla was recorded on a A7RII & Rode Mic. YouTube videos will never give an accurate sound to how loud these exhausts are.

The following users liked this post:
Apone (04-01-19)
Old 07-06-19 | 09:04 AM
  #26  
jafsport's Avatar
jafsport
Driver
 
Joined: Jan 2019
Posts: 116
Likes: 11
From: MD
Default

Any drone with muffler and resonator delete? I got my resonators removed and no drone at all but still a lil too quiet surprisingly. Will muffler delete do the trick?

or what about resonator and secondary cat delete?
Old 12-23-19 | 01:04 PM
  #27  
JayLexin's Avatar
JayLexin
Driver
 
Joined: Oct 2019
Posts: 130
Likes: 10
From: nsw
Default

Originally Posted by moahdriven
Damn that sounds amazing, did a res delete but this makes me wanna delete my mufflers as well, although I do enjoy rolling by cops knowing they won't look twice...just a relatively docile Lexus drivin about, nothin to see here
do you have any drone with res delete at cruising speed ?
Old 12-23-19 | 06:19 PM
  #28  
vbb's Avatar
vbb
Moderator
iTrader: (3)
 
Joined: Jul 2012
Posts: 1,679
Likes: 198
From: VA
Default

Originally Posted by JayLexin
do you have any drone with res delete at cruising speed ?
None. Resonator delete on an otherwise stock exhaust did not cause any drone whatsoever for me.
Old 12-26-19 | 07:40 AM
  #29  
Miggie's Avatar
Miggie
Pit Crew
 
Joined: Jul 2019
Posts: 161
Likes: 122
From: VA
Default

man I love my borla cat back exhaust, sounds amazing! no drone or rasp either

cold start


Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
wooc747
GS - 4th Gen (2013-2020)
2
11-03-17 08:58 PM
JesseWA
LS - 3rd Gen (2001-2006)
2
03-14-16 12:15 AM
Gearbangin
IS F (2008-2014)
23
12-11-13 07:08 AM
Nguyenrrr
GS - 2nd Gen (1998-2005)
10
02-09-13 05:54 AM



Quick Reply: Borla vs Resonator/Muffler Delete



All times are GMT -7. The time now is 10:42 PM.