I’ve got the indiva q300 Sounds great good for a sleeper/great sound when you get on it pops and bangs and zero drone. I’m full bolt on process west verti cooler and air intake. tuned on 98 fuel to 215 all wheel kw.
Love the content this video helped me decide to go with the R400! Quick question I just installed the exhaust yesterday. I noticed after the install, my boost dropped. I used to hit 22lbs of boost on a hard pull now im lucky to get 17lbs. Do you think there is a correlation? I checked for exhaust leaks and don't see any. Taking it to a muffler shop tomorrow to see if they can whats going on. Any thoughts on this?
The only thing I can think of is that you might have bumped your 02 sensors or something like that. It may just take a bit of time for your ecu to relearn the change in air flow! I wouldn't take it to a shop. Try disconnecting your battery for 10 min to reset your ecu and see if that fixes things. Also, remember that your peak boost will change with the weather. Colder temps=denser air, lower peak boost needed, opposite for warm temps
@@WRXGarage Thanks for the reply! I started it up this morning and its completely normal! First turbo car so I was just a little worried. Keep up the good work! Excited to see whats next on the build!
I'm not gonna lie I'm torn between the awe catback and the r400.. on one hand awe sells the conversion kit to switch with track/touring, on the other hand I'd save like 500 bucks. Currently have a nameless axle back which is hilarious and fun all the pops and bangs but has all the drone on the freeway so idk
2017 wrx here - I recently installed the Cobb Big SF intake (newer version) and will soon be in the market for an exhaust. I really like the sound of this. Will the R400 work well with my intake? Thanks for all your info as always!
2021 wrx (non sti completely stock).. super torn between q300 and r400, really just want to avoid drone on the highway/not to be obnoxiously loud but do want to liven up the car a little bit. Worried the q300 might be too quiet for the 1K price tag... any input would be great!
@@WRXGarage awesome, I might have a project on my hands once it cools down a bit. Sweet exhaust sound! I'm trying to do some research on how it sounds once I get a high flow cat DP. Hope, it's not going to be obnoxious.
I just bought this exhaust for my 2019 WRX. It arrived in the mail about a week ago. I've been hesitant to put it on. Did you have any concerns about putting this exhaust on your car considering the stock pipe diameter is smaller than invidia's? I worry that it will have a negative affect on how the car runs with the stock tune. I've been trying to find reliable information. I know most people say a tune is not required for a cat-back system, as it's after the cat. I called 4 tuning shops to ask this question. BrenTuning said it would be fine, as did two others. However, one local tuner (DynoTech Tuning) said that it could have very negative effects on how the car runs. Any thoughts on this? (sorry for the lengthy bit here).
Hey man... So basically, the only big restriction in our cars exhaust is the j pipe (catted section). Installing a catback is not going to have any effect on the car other than a slight better flow of exhaust gasses, but very minimal. That tuner must not tune turbo Subarus very often... You can run a catback with stock tune with absolutely no issues.
@@WRXGarage I did have my doubts about that one tuner .In the same conversation, he seemed to be pushing to sell me something. In my area, BrenTuning seems to be the most popular/reliable. Anyway, I'm glad to hear this. I absolutely love the way the r400 looks and I can't wait to hear how it sounds. I was really happy to hear you talk about how this exhaust helps you with your driving/shifts. That is the primary reason I wanted an aftermarket exhaust. I can just barely hear the engine with the stock exhaust. Thanks for the response man!
If you search through our channel, we have a couple different videos of exhaust comparisons! R400 and axleback muffler deletes are both great options, very different price points and sound profiles though. All up to personal preference
Hey bro I’m looking to get some after market headlights with black housing, I’ve been seeing some online for all the years up to 2019 and I have a 2020 do you think they will fit
The 2019 will fit your 2020. Also I blacked mine out my self we have a video on here about that if you want to go look. If you have more questions you can hit us up on Instagram.
Don't offroad the car. Will screw the paint up. It's very thin.... is this with stock J pipe? Sounds like the stock. I threw a q300 and a GS J pipe on it and it sounds great.
Does anyone make a dual exit single tip (brz style)? Twin tip is nice, but unnecessary and more complex to assemble. Dual-singles would work just as well...dang, that's a lot of key ring junk..
Can someone please educate me on what after market catted downpipes will work with this R400 catback? Please help me if you know better than what I do thankyou..
@@WRXGarage does it matter if it is a WRX sti or normal rex. Or can I just look up 'J pipes' and they all compatible. Im wanting to get an sti for the subie rumble with this exhaust and I want no restriction from stock downpipe. Will a catback + downpipe give me pops and crackles or is that all down to a tune?
WRX and STI have two different engines and two different "downpipes". The WRX's called a Jpipe. STI is a downpipe. They both will mate up to the same catback section.
You can get some decent burbling and popping from just a catback or axleback. A more rich etune or protune would help too. Keep in mind tho that once you add the downpipe/jpipe, you 100% need a tune to drive the car safely.
The combination of the r400 with the catted jpipe is actually a really good setup. Definitely loud and aggressive sounding, but not crazy loud all the time when just cruising. The only issue is that it does drone a bit at highway speeds. Again, not that bad if you just turn some music on. I'd say the r400+jpipe is 20-30% louder.
I am too. I just got a 21 WRX. Could We possibly meet up so I can hear it in person. Some guy told me about you when he asked me about my car. No big deal if you cant.
Remark single wall 4" deletes will give you the same thing, except a bit better and fill the bumper cutouts better, for a fraction of the cost and time. Everyone who spent all that cash on the R400 will downvote this. But it is what it is.
We have a video that directly compares the remark 4" and this catback setup! They sound extremely different, in terms of tone, decibel level and rasp level
I love how peoples smiling instantly after launching Subaru
invidia r400 all the way for a quad tip exit
I’ve got the indiva q300
Sounds great good for a sleeper/great sound when you get on it pops and bangs and zero drone.
I’m full bolt on process west verti cooler and air intake. tuned on 98 fuel to 215 all wheel kw.
Q300 turbo back
Absolutely!! People say the q300 is too quiet, but I definitely disagree. Sounds like you have a great setup
Cheers mate, you have a awesome set up aswell!!
I’ve only got 29,000kms on mine 18 model white 😎😊
I’m so confused, people say there is a good amount of drone at 2.5 to 3k rpm but some people say there is no drone
Everyone's ears are different. I'm a bit of an audiophile so my ears are definitely more sensitive than most.
There need to be more videos of exhausts like this .tired of seeing just install 15 minute videos and 2 minutes of them just reving it
Thanks man! We totally agree. All of our exhaust videos try to show as much of the sound profile of the exhaust as we can!
Love the content this video helped me decide to go with the R400!
Quick question I just installed the exhaust yesterday. I noticed after the install, my boost dropped. I used to hit 22lbs of boost on a hard pull now im lucky to get 17lbs.
Do you think there is a correlation?
I checked for exhaust leaks and don't see any. Taking it to a muffler shop tomorrow to see if they can whats going on.
Any thoughts on this?
The only thing I can think of is that you might have bumped your 02 sensors or something like that. It may just take a bit of time for your ecu to relearn the change in air flow! I wouldn't take it to a shop.
Try disconnecting your battery for 10 min to reset your ecu and see if that fixes things. Also, remember that your peak boost will change with the weather. Colder temps=denser air, lower peak boost needed, opposite for warm temps
@@WRXGarage Thanks for the reply!
I started it up this morning and its completely normal!
First turbo car so I was just a little worried. Keep up the good work! Excited to see whats next on the build!
I'm not gonna lie I'm torn between the awe catback and the r400.. on one hand awe sells the conversion kit to switch with track/touring, on the other hand I'd save like 500 bucks. Currently have a nameless axle back which is hilarious and fun all the pops and bangs but has all the drone on the freeway so idk
What did you end up going with? I’m in the same dilemma
I'm in the same boat right now. I have the Nameless 5" muffler axleback and I'm considering the R400, Q300, and AWE Touring
So what you all guys got ?
I was wondering why the exhaust sounded so quiet relatively. Everyone raves about this but to me the ets sounds much better
2017 wrx here - I recently installed the Cobb Big SF intake (newer version) and will soon be in the market for an exhaust. I really like the sound of this. Will the R400 work well with my intake? Thanks for all your info as always!
The cat back portion of the exhaust won't effect your engine tuning at all, just the sound! So yes, it'll sound amazing with your intake
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2021 wrx (non sti completely stock).. super torn between q300 and r400, really just want to avoid drone on the highway/not to be obnoxiously loud but do want to liven up the car a little bit. Worried the q300 might be too quiet for the 1K price tag... any input would be great!
If you plan on ever adding a downpipe/jpipe get the q300. If you plan on keeping stock jpipe, go r400
@@WRXGarage probably will not be adding a j pipe for a while. Sounds like r400 then
@@WRXGarage probably stick to stock for the time being since it’s my daily and under warranty
So what did you choose then? I’m thinking between q300 and r400 with the stock tune too.
Great review dude. Have you noticed much of a difference after dynomat install.
It's definitely a lot quieter, road noise seems a lot less instrusive
@@WRXGarage awesome, I might have a project on my hands once it cools down a bit. Sweet exhaust sound! I'm trying to do some research on how it sounds once I get a high flow cat DP. Hope, it's not going to be obnoxious.
If you look at our channel, we have another video of the r400 with a catted jpipe and also the same jpipe with a q300
Do you have any opinions on the awe touring exhaust for comparison??? Im stuck between the 2
Neither of us have ever heard it in person.. AWE produces high quality parts though so I bet they're well put-together
So has your resonator been broken in separately or does the r400 come like that out of the package?
The r400 catback comes with a resonator on the midpipe from invidia! I'm not sure what you mean by broken in separately.
It sounds like the OEM upgrade STI exhaust
I just bought this exhaust for my 2019 WRX. It arrived in the mail about a week ago. I've been hesitant to put it on. Did you have any concerns about putting this exhaust on your car considering the stock pipe diameter is smaller than invidia's? I worry that it will have a negative affect on how the car runs with the stock tune. I've been trying to find reliable information. I know most people say a tune is not required for a cat-back system, as it's after the cat. I called 4 tuning shops to ask this question. BrenTuning said it would be fine, as did two others. However, one local tuner (DynoTech Tuning) said that it could have very negative effects on how the car runs. Any thoughts on this? (sorry for the lengthy bit here).
Hey man... So basically, the only big restriction in our cars exhaust is the j pipe (catted section). Installing a catback is not going to have any effect on the car other than a slight better flow of exhaust gasses, but very minimal. That tuner must not tune turbo Subarus very often... You can run a catback with stock tune with absolutely no issues.
@@WRXGarage I did have my doubts about that one tuner .In the same conversation, he seemed to be pushing to sell me something. In my area, BrenTuning seems to be the most popular/reliable. Anyway, I'm glad to hear this. I absolutely love the way the r400 looks and I can't wait to hear how it sounds. I was really happy to hear you talk about how this exhaust helps you with your driving/shifts. That is the primary reason I wanted an aftermarket exhaust. I can just barely hear the engine with the stock exhaust. Thanks for the response man!
I been really contemplate what to get between this and the ETS Extreme
The ETS extreme is definitely more agressive! But you'll also be battling against drone even around town.
Awesome! CT & Wally World Subies!
Is the r400 better than the factionfab axleback? I cant decide which one to take or sounds better.
If you search through our channel, we have a couple different videos of exhaust comparisons! R400 and axleback muffler deletes are both great options, very different price points and sound profiles though. All up to personal preference
Hey bro I’m looking to get some after market headlights with black housing, I’ve been seeing some online for all the years up to 2019 and I have a 2020 do you think they will fit
The 2019 will fit your 2020. Also I blacked mine out my self we have a video on here about that if you want to go look. If you have more questions you can hit us up on Instagram.
Between this and the AWE Track
Im stuck between the 2 but im looking at the touring awe for my sti
Why are the exhaust tips sticking out so much
Don't offroad the car. Will screw the paint up. It's very thin.... is this with stock J pipe? Sounds like the stock. I threw a q300 and a GS J pipe on it and it sounds great.
That's the exact setup I'm running now!
@@WRXGarage do you have a grimmspeed turbo inlet? And what bypass valves you running?
Yes for the turbo inlet, stock bpv still
And also did you buy yours or paint them yourself
We have an entire video on the headlight painting process!
Do u need to tune the car after you put on this exhaust?
No, it's a catback exhaust.
idk if your camera just isn't picking up the sound but it doesn't sound any louder than stock during your pulls.
Where did you get the spoiler on the silver subi
It's the Rexspeed CF Duckbill Spoiler
On a bone-stock VA FA20, is the R400 CBE louder than the COBB SS CBE?
Yes
Does anyone make a dual exit single tip (brz style)? Twin tip is nice, but unnecessary and more complex to assemble. Dual-singles would work just as well...dang, that's a lot of key ring junk..
Yeah! Invidia n1 is a split dual tip
Can someone please educate me on what after market catted downpipes will work with this R400 catback?
Please help me if you know better than what I do thankyou..
COBB, Invidia, GrimmSpeed, etc.. pretty much any catted jpipe for the 15+ WRX that has a 3" flange at the end.
@@WRXGarage does it matter if it is a WRX sti or normal rex. Or can I just look up 'J pipes' and they all compatible.
Im wanting to get an sti for the subie rumble with this exhaust and I want no restriction from stock downpipe. Will a catback + downpipe give me pops and crackles or is that all down to a tune?
WRX and STI have two different engines and two different "downpipes". The WRX's called a Jpipe. STI is a downpipe. They both will mate up to the same catback section.
@@WRXGarage cheers man. And do you know if youd get crackles and pops with downpipe + catback or do you need a tune?
You can get some decent burbling and popping from just a catback or axleback. A more rich etune or protune would help too. Keep in mind tho that once you add the downpipe/jpipe, you 100% need a tune to drive the car safely.
Do you need a tune if you get a j pipe?
Yes! 100%
Does this exhaust need tuning and from a scale of 1/10, how difficult was the installment ?
No tune for catbacks. And I'd say a 3-4
How much louder is the r400 compared to stock? I want something louder but not like cop magnet loud haha
Without the J pipe the R400 is loud enough but not a cop magnet at all.
@@WRXGarage how much louder does it get with the grimspeed jpipe?
The combination of the r400 with the catted jpipe is actually a really good setup. Definitely loud and aggressive sounding, but not crazy loud all the time when just cruising. The only issue is that it does drone a bit at highway speeds. Again, not that bad if you just turn some music on. I'd say the r400+jpipe is 20-30% louder.
@@WRXGarage Dang, then I think that’s the route I’m going. Thanks for responding!
@grimmspeed makes the good stuff for sure.
Off-road video please
Borla S-Type
The R400 is a really good quality exhaust, but personally its too quiet for me
Are you in Connecticut?
Yes
I am too. I just got a 21 WRX. Could We possibly meet up so I can hear it in person. Some guy told me about you when he asked me about my car. No big deal if you cant.
We are planning a meet up for subscribers soon
@@WRXGarage sweet. How can i find out when its going down?
We will post on our Instagram and in our videos
Damn chirping
Why would you even suggest such a thing when Tomei exists?
What aspect of the tomei catbacks would you say is better than the r400? 🤔
I am not very impressed really. Esp. for the price they cost. Borla seems to sound better to me.
I wish I didn't buy a white wrx.
I never liked seeing them in pictures but I just got a 2018 wrx and it looks great. Just installed my r400 today sounds great
I was just like number 70.... where is the off road video? Lol
Shhhh.... (Kevin)
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Tomei Tomei Tomei Tomei Tomei
BOOOO tomei is trrrrrash
@@KevinD-WRX You wanan goooo?
Megan Racing! Megan Racing! ... wait...
Hands down Tomei is the best
Too raspy for my taste.. definitely not the right choice for the FA! Makes it sound like a honda
Remark single wall 4" deletes will give you the same thing, except a bit better and fill the bumper cutouts better, for a fraction of the cost and time. Everyone who spent all that cash on the R400 will downvote this. But it is what it is.
We have a video that directly compares the remark 4" and this catback setup! They sound extremely different, in terms of tone, decibel level and rasp level