Alright guys, I had a few installs over the last week and am very happy with the results.

First off I want to say a big thank you to R2C. I had purchased these intakes from a member on here and when I got them, one of the heatshields had a fractured spot weld. So, I contacted Ed at R2C and he had a new one shipped out to me, no questions asked (except what my shipping address was lol). It was on my doorstep 2 days after sending the email. So, definitely amazing customer service on their part, especially since I wasn't the original owner!

Anyway, here are the pics!

Didn't get around to making the grounding kit but I will soon:

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Here is the cracked spot weld:

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And here's the new one they shipped me!

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Only had 1 socket crack and break on me during the springs install...I'd say that is a success! This is after 1 week of settling, no more monster truck G:

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thats great stuff =) Let me know how you like the r2c..i always wanted to get that.

 

Is that tanabe exhaust you have or the topspeed one?

 

def update us on how you like both...

 

Nice.... what ya running in that auto loom in the 4th pic down???

 

Those are some unique air filters, car looking good!

 

R2C is great, install is a breeze and I have noticed a bit more get-up-and-go in the mid RPM levels. However, for me there wasn't much difference in sound even when I opened it up. Either way, they look awesome in the engine bay.

Topspeed, regardless of one of the other threads on here that reviewed them I went ahead and got them anyway. The fitment was perfect, finish was perfectly fine for my liking and the sound is AMAZING (especially for an axleback). The fact that it was only $210 shipped, brand new, adds a little appeal as well!

I'm loving the combination thus far. No problems except the cracked weld which was remedied by Ed in the form of a brand new heat shield.

That would be the wiring for my front laser jammers and radar detector. They've saved me from at LEAST $800 + in tickets lol

 

nice work!

 

looking good there, i can't wait to get some things in for my car

 

^ same here!