ivonr Posted March 22, 2015 Share Posted March 22, 2015 Sorry if its already been discussed, but is this true for a sedan? I searched and the only thing I found regarded a wagon having the underbody plastic melt by the exhaust tips. I have an older version of the Q300. I am just running if for a daily driven Stg. 2. If I should be concerned, how do I fix it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrTris Posted March 22, 2015 Share Posted March 22, 2015 Lenthen the mufflers and you should be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sodium303 Posted March 22, 2015 Share Posted March 22, 2015 they make extended hangers so it doesn't melt/burn the bumper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivonr Posted March 23, 2015 Author Share Posted March 23, 2015 So this is a well-known issue? I'm just surprised b/c the invidia q300 already "sticks out" a good bit on the rear bumper of the sedan. I'll prob buy the parts, looks like its around $50 for 5 of them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sodium303 Posted March 23, 2015 Share Posted March 23, 2015 Yeah its well known, i'd honestly only buy the ones for the mufflers. BTW how do you like the sound? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivonr Posted March 23, 2015 Author Share Posted March 23, 2015 Yeah its well known, i'd honestly only buy the ones for the mufflers. BTW how do you like the sound? so only 2 for the end mounts? i havent had them on yet, but from what i've heard on others' cars its a nice combo of STi-like tones under regular throttle and snarling monster at WOT (stage 2) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sodium303 Posted March 23, 2015 Share Posted March 23, 2015 Yeah you wont need to drop the entire exhaust at least as far as i know. The hangers drop the mufflers down a bit so it doesn't melt the bumper. BTW i want that invidia exhaust lol its hard to find any for sale here in CO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivonr Posted March 23, 2015 Author Share Posted March 23, 2015 really? that's funny, i found mine off craigslist here in CO. keep checking CL and these forums. maybe put out a WTB ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sodium303 Posted March 23, 2015 Share Posted March 23, 2015 really? dang I will have to keep a look out on that! I rather stay away form shipping something so precious lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivonr Posted March 23, 2015 Author Share Posted March 23, 2015 we are lucky enough to live in a state with LOTS of subies and subie parts, just wait and one will show up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sodium303 Posted March 23, 2015 Share Posted March 23, 2015 Funny thing, today i found an ebay exhaust which i been eyeing to buy online for full price but a little used for $100!! woop. lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ajsh Posted March 24, 2015 Share Posted March 24, 2015 I've had mine on for 2 months with a catted dp and have had no issues. as long as the tips clear the plastic I can't see them getting hot enough to melt the bumper when daily driving Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivonr Posted March 24, 2015 Author Share Posted March 24, 2015 im going to go ahead and order some just to be safe (and they are cheap, and more stable than stock). the question is, should i order all 5 or just 2 for the hangers closest to the bumpers? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivonr Posted March 28, 2015 Author Share Posted March 28, 2015 Went ahead and just ordered two XL hangers. Hopefully all fits well! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2006 Subaru Legacy GT Posted March 28, 2015 Share Posted March 28, 2015 I ordered five extended hangers for my Q300. I'll let you know how it looks when I get the car back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivonr Posted March 31, 2015 Author Share Posted March 31, 2015 I ordered five extended hangers for my Q300. I'll let you know how it looks when I get the car back. sounds good. welcome to the forum! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hannya Posted April 1, 2015 Share Posted April 1, 2015 I have all 5 extended with my Q300 equipped with the GrimmSpeed Limited catted DP. NO Burns and NO carbon marks. The sound is quiet. Very quiet... I wanted something more beefier but it is classy and NO drone what soever within the cabin. Convos are easy with and without the radio. Outside however, the Subie Crew say it is pretty loud. So idk I'm Trying to find someone to drive my car JUST So I can see and hear outside the box. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivonr Posted April 1, 2015 Author Share Posted April 1, 2015 glad to hear. so my question still stands...will i have fitment issues if i only order the back 2 XL kartboy hangers? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amp583 Posted July 11, 2015 Share Posted July 11, 2015 I'm having the same issue. If i were smarted, i would have bought a v3 but no, i bought V1 and the fitment sucks. Which hangers did you get? Did you fix the problem? Even if extend the hangers, it seems like they'll still be off center from the exhaust cut-out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivonr Posted July 12, 2015 Author Share Posted July 12, 2015 I'm having the same issue. If i were smarted, i would have bought a v3 but no, i bought V1 and the fitment sucks. Which hangers did you get? Did you fix the problem? Even if extend the hangers, it seems like they'll still be off center from the exhaust cut-out. I hope you got the V1 at a massive discount to the V3 though...I did. I think I got kartboy 14mm xl hangers. It fixed the problem, but they are still off center. Not a huge deal as the heat transfer is good and I havent had any melting/paint blackening Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted July 12, 2015 Share Posted July 12, 2015 To fix the off center, put a screw type hose clamp around the rubber hanger and tighten the clamp until the pipes are centered. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amp583 Posted July 12, 2015 Share Posted July 12, 2015 Did you extend all 5 hangers? I think I overpaid - completely forgot to ask which version it was and only came across Q300 posts about how awesome of an exhaust it was. I'm guessing guy dumped his because of the fitment since the thing looked barely used. I hope you got the V1 at a massive discount to the V3 though...I did. I think I got kartboy 14mm xl hangers. It fixed the problem, but they are still off center. Not a huge deal as the heat transfer is good and I havent had any melting/paint blackening Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amp583 Posted July 12, 2015 Share Posted July 12, 2015 Another question about this thing... I have a Cobb DP that tapers to 2.5" http://www.jscspeed.com/images/products/1be185f662515445.jpg Did I need to use a GrimmSpeed 3" adapter? I went flat gasket with permatex... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivonr Posted July 13, 2015 Author Share Posted July 13, 2015 Did you extend all 5 hangers? I think I overpaid - completely forgot to ask which version it was and only came across Q300 posts about how awesome of an exhaust it was. I'm guessing guy dumped his because of the fitment since the thing looked barely used. I only extended the back 2 hangers. However my exhaust does clink against a heatshield halfway under the car now... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivonr Posted July 13, 2015 Author Share Posted July 13, 2015 I also have a used CNT catted DP to add to the fitment issues... my setup isn't the best, but it was substantially cheaper and sounds excellent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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