4RUNNER GETS A Y-PIPE + MPG UPDATE
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 22 ส.ค. 2024
- Today I install a y-pipe on my 2006 4Runner and I go over all the details about it as well as give my thoughts and opinions on it. Nuff said.
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Thank you your update on the Y pipe. New Subscriber. I just purchased a White 2007 4Runner with the 4.7 V8 with 99,890 miles. I'm watching every one of your videos pertaining to your 4Runner and giving you a thumbs up on all. Please keep up the great videos. I live in The Woodland. Best.
Great video man. I noticed the same performance increases with my Y-pipe as well.
Great install my man!! I have a flow master super 44 on my 06 limited. I’m gonna do the y pipe as well! That is pretty much the only differences in our set up. I have the afe intake also.
how has the afe helped your 4runner?
It definitely gave it a better intake flow, sound and a little more spunk. You can’t really notice a substantial power gain but it does have a little more on the top end.
Thanks for posting the vid, watched before making the purchase and damn it pairs nicely with my gibson catback and K&N air intake on my 04 v6. Sounds great and i can feel the difference, hoping after a few weeks to a month ill notice a slight boost in my mpgs. Had a leak in the stock y-pipe and figured may as well replace it.
David Geary Note that you'll need to resist the urge to floor it everywhere because of the sound and performance. Otherwise your MPGs will drop lol
@@airsoftmechanic uhoh i guess i can expect a decrease in my mpgs haha
Nice ramps. Choice music as always, too.
What was your mpg before you installed this? Just gotta say wow 24 is a lot compared to mine I’m getting about 15-16 . Also what state are you in where you able to pass inspection I really want to do this becouse I have a leak somewhere and I think this would fix it but don’t want to do it if it won’t pass inspection? Great video btw man!!
Ayden Permel I live in Texas. Down here as long as you don’t have a check engine light, you’ll pass with the y-pipe
I'm in Pennsylvania and I deleted the secondary cats but kept the ones thats welded to the headers. I also just added a electric cutout and still passed emissions with the valve closed. With valve closed its still has a low rumble at highway cruising but when you step on it, it definitely is loud
What was you mpg before you installed it?
Thanks for making video. I like the way it sounds. Im thinking I might go this route.
I went the cheap route and cut the cats off and welded a piece of pipe in, doesn’t look as shiny but it cost me probably $20
John Hide your cats since people are stealing them off of cars
How are you passing emissions? Id love to do a cat delete but figured i couldnt pass.
@@jonathanmiller2441 TBH I haven’t gone thru emissions yet, but I only removed the two rear cats which are not monitored so it didn’t set a fault code. I have to do manifolds and have been putting off emissions. Hopefully I’ll pass with the new manifolds/cats
I installed doug throley shorty headers, gibson catback and jdm speed electric cutout. I am now getting a little over 30mpg!
Zach Add a +5 MPG sticker and you’ll hit 35!
Nice. Does this get rid off all the cats and no check engine? That’s great
The Beaver This Y-pipe only replaces the secondary cats, and no it doesn’t turn on the check engine light
Wait so does this delete the cats on both side or?
I assume this is installed with original OEM exhaust manifolds? Have you had any cracking since install? I'm just concerned with the added weight not being supported by a hanger, but maybe it isn't a big deal.
Prince DIY No, to this day I haven't had any issues with it cracking. Though I do agree it's nerve racking to some people that it doesn't have those exhaust hangers
I'm guessing you have a V6. 24mpg can't be right. That indicator is notoriously inaccurate. I suggest you manually calculate it.
Which Y pipe is this? Will it work on 05 tacoma v6? Im having trouble finding an exact Y pipe for my second gen. Love the video! Thanks for any info!!
Just watched this video, Cool y-pipe install, but the comments from this guy crack me up. So...it feels lighter huh, 10lbs on a "4500-4700lb" vehicle and u can feel that.lol
And you think the truck was fast, its a Pig!! Not even close to fast. Also "Raspy". What, did u use to drive a Prius?? Haha. It sounds smooth as hell. Almost still quiet. Pretty funny video, but was good to see the install anyways. 👍👍.
thanks for the video! I'm planning on purchasing a 4runner v8 and getting longtube headers and a y-pipe, should I assume my MPG will be far better after those mods? I'm a pretty conservative driver if that helps.
super helpful, thank you!!!
Thank you sir 👍
Love the vid, my dude. Looking at doing a y-pipe as well, because our '06 exhaust is getting a little leaky from rot. We've also got the lovely cracked exhaust manifold, so we'll probably be going with Doug Thorley's. It doesn't look like the rust on your 4th gen is too bad, are you in the south?
Edit: I just noticed your Texas plates... yep that explains it haha. We're in Massachusetts so everything's rusted to shit here.
Not-So-Handy Car Guy Rust isn’t an issue for us southerners...but the 100 degree weather is lol. If Massachusetts allows you to delete the cats, then definitely get a y-pipe. My headers are still in good condition but I may consider getting either short type or long tube headers
I'm actually in Pennsylvania the tags were jersey temp tags. I lucked out with having zero rust. It was lady driven and a company vehicle before I got it. All service records were through a Toyota dealership
I like the look of your AFE CAI in place of the air box/ resonator. I bought the AFE dry filter for my 03 Sport V6 a few years back. It’s easy to clean and seems to be working ok. Performance and mileage haven’t changed though.
I doubt the CAI has any real world benefits to our trucks useful power band but I like the look and the resonator box is obnoxiously huge (although it does quiet the intake noise considerably). I always thought the 4.0 looks much better with the intake manifold exposed and probably would run cooler in the heat.
Can you pass smog test with the Y-pipe/dual cat delete? No issues with the O2 sensors & ECM sans cats? The mpg gain is impressive if accurate but for me personally not acceptable if the truck pollutes more. I try to be an environmentally responsible 4wheeler.
Liked & subbed. Your videos are well filmed, well narrated and very entertaining.
Dominique Stephenson Thank you!
I had no issues with the O2 sensors when I installed the y-pipe. I passed my inspection with both the y-pipe and oil catch can installed. Most counties in Texas are very lenient about emissions. If you don’t have a check engine light, you’ll pass.
Cool, thanks for following up!
Nice!
Great video, do you have any plans to put headers on your 4runner.
WhiteWolf195 I’m debating between headers and a cat back exhaust
Hey bro we have a 4.0L v6. Is it a good idea to get the URD headers for it and delete all the cats ? I'll use spark p Lig defoulers on the O2 sensors to trick the ecu. The truck feels gutless bro
gurjinder singh It depends. If you’re state doesn’t check emissions then go for it. If your state does, then I’d suggest not upgrading the headers unless you can find a way to keep them
Fast forward to 12:05. You're welcome.
What speeds or type of traffic did you get the mpg's at?
Did your maintenance light come on when u deleted those 2 catalytic converters? I want to delete my 2 back catalytic converters, but I’m afraid it’s going to throw a maintenance light. Please help!
Subwoofer King No my maintenance light didn’t turn on
@@airsoftmechanic Thank you so much for your help! I really appreciate it
Throttle body spacer does nothing. Only intake runner spacer will make a difference on the 1grfe . Also ability to tune , such as the software or UCON URD sells
lukestoyz The throttle body spacer helps keep the low end torque. I’ve heard about the manifold spacer but didn’t hear much about it. Curious to see what the results are from another owner’s perspective
Airsoft Mechanic checkout extremetruckperformance.com/ for the 1grfe. The plenum spacer Will help move your torque down lower in the power curve. The reason the TB spacer doesn’t work properly is because your motor has a butterfly valve inside the plastic intake plenum to choose between short and long fuel runners going into the motor. Disrupting any swirling effect of the TB spacer. I have ran this spacer on both naturally aspirated and supercharged trucks. It seemed more noticeable on the stock truck with exhaust
Watching with Andy lol
Curious how much louder it is with this upgrade, I have a cat-back on my 4Runner now, but debating adding the Y-Pipe to it
blakackcl I recently added a catback. I never knew what it sounded like by itself, but I can tell you that it sounds a whole lot different with it and the y-pipe. Video of it is currently in the works
@@airsoftmechanic did you make the video
Also yours is the opposite of mine. Exhaust upgrade that doesn’t annoy people. Vs mine which annoys everyone haha
Was wondering if you could do an update on the Y Pipe
So in Texas they don't put the car on the dyno for emissions testing??(no emissions chk?). Reason, no chk eng lite, the last 02 sensor is at the exit end of the 1st cat. In Calif( and most states) your car would not pass emissions. (wish I could trash 2 cats)
w lew Most counties in Texas do not check for emissions. As long as there is no check engine light then you’re set.
I've got a nasty leak and plan on using Doug Thorley long tube headers. Do you think this Y pipe would work with it?
Chingy Thao Assuming the headers are bolt-ons, and the flanges are in the same exact orientation as the OEM headers, yes they should work
Have you had a tune after the install with y-pipe and cat back?
good vid, throttle body spacer? lol
It was easier and cheaper just to get a muffler shop to cut the 2 catalytic converters off and weld a new pipe on. And it doesn’t cover the transmission. My V8 4Runner definitely gained on the top end, but not so much on the bottom end
But you're leaving the most restrictive part of the mid pipe intact... The crushed section of pipe running from driver to passenger is dual walled and very restrictive.
Do you have short tube headers on it,also? I have the long tubes and Gibson cat back,the drone on the highway can get annoying. I’m going to have to fix that.
xtraflyr Currently my headers are still stock
Not 100% sure but depending on what state you live in you may not pass emissions test for your state inspection
New York and California have something called c.a.r.b. Compliant
Like I said not 100% sure
I live in TX. To this day I’ve passed every inspection while driving around with the Y-pipe installed
What were your MPGs before the install?
Dom Davidson At the time it was fluctuating between 20 and 21
@@airsoftmechanic I have a '05 V8 4Runner and am getting like 15mpg. How do you recommend pushing this up to 20+ other than this mod?
B Griggs This, a cat back exhaust, performance air filter/air intake, weight reduction, run Techron fuel system cleaner, run Chevron gas, seafoam the engine, and perform regular maintenance. Of course, the way you drive also has an effect on MPGs. Also keep in mind that the V8 will have lower MPGs than the V6 most of the time.
I’m debating on whether I want to add headers or not, but for now I’m keeping them stock
@@airsoftmechanic Thanks!
B Griggs did you end up doing any of these upgrades on ur 05 v8? Just bought mine and I’m having the same avg. 15mpg issue
How do you check the MPG on your 4Runner. Is that stock or after market
Being in Texas and omitting 2 cats, does it still pass state emissions inspection?
Jager1726 Yes it does!
Hey could I get the link to the exact y pipe you got please?
you must be in a SMOG exept state. no cats means not passing smog. and if you are in a smog state, that a big pain in the @$$ to change back every couple of years
CURTIS ELLIOTT Texas is very lenient about checking for smog. If it doesn’t have a check engine light, it will pass.
Have you added a transmission dip stick?
Do you know the inlet and outlet diameter of the Rear Cats? I’m thinking of just cutting them out and weld on two Magna flow cats.
keoni mims Unfortunately I don’t know the diameters of them. However that would be interesting to replace them with performance cats
I wish I could get my hands on the Y pipe, but they discontinued it😑
C_Cotto_83 I checked URD’s website and it looks like it is discontinued 😭
@@airsoftmechanic where could I get one? My cats were deleted when I bought it and now the welds are leaking
@@lowcountryadventures5549 Unfortunately you can no longer get this one. You either would have to go with another brand, or have the pipes re-welded
@@airsoftmechanic also did you have any issues installing the Gibson exhaust. I cant find s solution to raise off the rear cross member. Thanks
@@lowcountryadventures5549 The only issue I had was I had to user a different tailpipe than what was shown in the instructions
Hey man, I’m looking to get this y pipe. The only thing holding me back is the fact that we need to get state inspections, I am already debating on putting the old pipe with cats back on every year but I just wanna know what you do for that.
Zacarias Hashemi I keep my Y-pipe on, and it’s been on for 2 years. Some counties in Texas check for emissions, but most other counties don’t. The main thing they look for is the check engine light, and as long as it’s off, it’ll pass. However if you’re in a different state where the laws are more strict (like California) then you would have to change the pipe every year.
Airsoft Mechanic oh okay, thank you so much man. I’ll look more into my counties laws.
Wanted to ask did you get a check engine light on from this? Any issues after having it on for a while? Thanks
Do you have the link or website where you got the y pipe from?
What year is your 4 Runner
Do you know if this would affect emissions? Does it throw any codes? Thanks.
No codes just have to tap in new holes for 02 sensors. No problems with emissions
Any dash lights come on or did you buy o2 simulators
Cole Bernath Nope! No check engine light, and no O2 simulators
How did you get around the check engine light with no cats? De foulers?
The rear cats are not monitored by the ecu. They’re there simply for emissions. The ecu doesn’t care if they’re even there lol. No defouler necessary. I just did this job a few days ago and I love it. Good luck man!
@@xlxphoenixkingxlx Correct! I had no issues whatsoever, and didn't have to mess with the ECU, O2 sensors, etc.. Just had to swap it out
What was your mpg before?
Just installed mine on my 2020, on initial startup watched my MPGs go from 19.5 to 15.5. Hoping some drive time gets me in the 20s🤣🤣
Chris Coker Mine dropped for a bit...but that was because I was stepping on it everywhere I went lololol
How is your MPGs?
I did the urd y pipe and the Hewitt-Tech Sais bypass and im getting 22.5 in suburban driving only.
What do you mean by suburban driving?
What year 4 runner do you have
No check engine light?
theshyguitarist Nope!
@@airsoftmechanic Do these trucks have another cat downstream?
@@theshyguitarist Nope, just the primary cats at the headers, and the secondary cats in the mid pipe
@@airsoftmechanic I'm curious as to how the check engine light isn't being tripped.
I don't quite understand...the secondary cats are for reducing up to 90% of the pollutants when the vehicle is at running temperature...thats when the majority of pollutants are being produced....why remove?
Performance. Youre able to notice it better on more sporty vehicles, removing the cats allow better flow, allowing better performance. I honestly dont see too much purpose on a 4runner
What was the fuel economy before?
Rory eisenmann Before, it was bouncing around between 20 and 21 MPGs
Airsoft Mechanic I’m assuming you’re referring to the fuel economy readout from the OEM dashboard system and not by calculating it on your own. My dash mpg readout has never read that high. Do you do a lot of highway driving? Even when I take long trips, best I get is about 19mpg.
Btw, Carfax has a free app to track your maintenance and even calculate mpg that works pretty well. It’s called myCARFAX.
Looking into exhaust upgrades for my gx470
hey what model is the exhaust y pipe to purchase?
Liam MartinezFNFYTGOD 4th Gen 4Runner V6 URD Y-pipe
do you have any outside sound clips from driving?
colby Sadly I do not.. ☹️
Is the tail pipe smell worse?
DelTalkoh Yes it does
I just installed long tube headers and a Gibson cat back. There is no more,rotten egg smell coming into the back window. You can still smell exhausta bit,just no rotten egg smell.
Where can l get one?
Unfortunately it has been discontinued
If I have a v6 getting 15.1 mpg how much would it increase if I added this
What are you doing that gives you 15 mpg?
lmfao... this was a spoof video mocking everyone on youtube right? you cant be serious hahah
Eric Marquis You tell me
Is this a V6 or V8?
V6
Will this work on a 2003 v8 4runner?
D4N13L S0N69 _ No, the y-pipe for the V8 4Runner is different
What type headers do you have?
AppleGuy670 Stock headers
Thats a straight up lie exhaust upgrade won't make it that responsive you need a good supercharger or turbo kit for that much difference
firesupport You’d be surprised what removing a couple cats could do...I’m not saying deleting them will give you results like what a SC/turbo will do, but there will be a noticeable difference
Do you have a Part number by chance ?
Marco Pelayo I’m sorry to say, but I think it’s been discontinued. I don’t see it on URD’s website anymore
@Airsoft Mechanic oh no worries. I'm sure I'll find something think you
Where did you get your gaskets?
Florida Trekking When buying the y-pipe, there’s an option listed where you can choose to either buy them or not
where did you buy?
Innovation Nation urdusa.com/
Do u have an after market exhaust system after the Y pipe? Or u running stock exhaust?
wicked88crx Yes I’m running a Gibson cat back exhaust
Airsoft Mechanic Nice!!! I just saw that video!!! Good no check engine light and do you have plans to do an ECU tune with all the after market mods u done and possibly a synonym run 😃
wicked88crx As of right now I don’t have any intentions on tuning the ECU. The truck runs fine the way it is. But if I do though...👀
any chance do you know if it'll be the same fit for a 2003 with the 4.7 v8?
Logan Snyder Not this one, but URD has another y-pipe specifically for the V8 4Runner
Have u deleted the Cat?
Only the secondary cats. I still have the primary cats
@airsoftmechanic I am planning to put headers, down pipe and delete cat.
Also install a cold air intake. What do you think?
@@kanevivalakane3699 It’ll get rowdy, and you will most likely get a check engine light (if you get long tube headers). If you don’t mind it shining in front of you, go for it!
"Improving" exhaust flow on an engine that is still stock is pretty pointless. Increasing horsepower doesnt increase mpg...hp is gained on an exhaust by letting more gas out at more rpm. When youre running higher rpm to acheive that hp. Guess what youre not getting better fuel mileage...unless youre screaming at peak rpm everywhere you drive or your engine has been modified to where it NEEDS more exhaust flow for higher valve duration, head work, more discplacement etc etc then its stupid to "improve" your exhaust flow on a stock vehicle. Unless you have solid data that this stuff made improvements without even tuning your ecu and that it just isnt in your head it sounds like a stupid way to waste 500 bucks to me...dont let fancy marketing get to you man. You could have cut the 2 rear cats out and put pieces of pipe there for over 10 times cheaper if you wanted to make it soundy raspier for some reason
This could not get any more wrong😂
@@LIL.J696 explain
I’ve got an Xrunner and I’m thinking about getting the same Ypipe for mine in the future and do you still have your stock exhaust manifold
Kevin Perez I do have the stock manifolds on. Debating on changing or keeping them