Elantra N Gets One Of The First SXTH Downpipes | Install and Sound Review

[@keoki777]

Personally, this confirms the stock exhaust sounds pretty great.

[@chadrichards8930]

​@ThemBones more power would be a reason.

[@Veexd13]

Lol bunch of little girls I see

[@Alex-ss4ry]

You cant really tell by the audio but I think its at least 50% louder. Even the gpf delete on the gpf models does a big big difference.

[@MrAdams-zg6gv]

Definitely check out the AFE Takeda non resonated mid pipe exhaust system. It definitely makes the N mode sound incredibly bigger/louder!

[@urbz6712]

some people like letting the cops know they're speeding before they even see them.

[@LeftenantMalachi]

Nice to see new N content fellas! I really appreciate the honest take on the installation. Not something I'll ever do for my N, but still cool to watch.

[@RichJord0331]

Love the elenrta n and will be purchasing the 2024 facelift version spring/summer of 2024. The stock exhaust sounds just fine, gives it a deep tone and doesn't sound like a fart cannon. All of the videos i have seen of resonator deletes or downpipes for this car make it sound like a fart cannon. the stock exhaust is just fine.

[@chipattack912]

That’s half the hesitation I have with buying this car. It sucks that modern engines sound like crap

[@n-power-automotive]

Thanks for all the tips and DIY install. Trying to not break or strip studs and figuring out how to maneuver down pipes or headers out of cars are my least favorite things to tackle. Glad you guys figured it out and despite it taking longer than you anticipated, you got it done. It sounds amazing!

[@brunocoelho8531]

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[@brunocoelho8531]

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[@geofreyp91]

This car amazing! Guys the new downpipe with the cat makes it sound much deeper, the pops an crackles are definitely more pronounced it sounds crazy!!

[@williamrori1274]

Yeah that's basically what it sounds like. The best thing is that it is straight up like no different in the quiet modes - best of both worlds.

[@Me1onPan]

This car is so popular right now which is awesome

[@ZONE3965]

Going to the track this summer for the first time in my VN thanks to you guys. Cant wait for more N content.

[@williamrori1274]

Bro you're going to love it.

[@nedet]

Good video, kinda glad I was not the only person who had some trouble getting the old DP out. took me about 3-4 hours to get it out, if you notice the Veloster does not have the metal bracket that our EN's have which gives it way more room. I did not take out that engine fire wall, but it definitely was something I was gonna try to take out but just by pushing the engine around enough I got the new DP in without having to do that. SXTH also does have instructions for it, which cleared up some issues for me, but its not on the website yet. I also put on the titanium turbo studs and if anyone else decides to do this I recommend being VERY careful, we ended up having to tap one stud hole. Car sounds amazing though, definitely worth all of the work

[@ascndentkunglao]

Any tips on the mounting hardware from the downpipe? I literally had the bottom back but just not want to budge at a certain point! Shop was closing so I put everything back together.

[@v1-vr-rotatev2-vy_vx31]

Found ways to have a straight flow-through exhaust system but having it much quieter than the original factory exhaust and having have better performance without attracting cops. It's nice to be able to hear the music in the car without having it too loud.

[@DaveScottADV]

Thats the cleanest shop I've ever seen

[@CaliforniaKonaN]

Awesome vid and install! Inspiring to see content creators for the N platforms, love to see it!

[@DarkMikaruX]

Thanks for this gentlemen!! Very informative video. I'm still on the fence about touching the exhaust system on my N because I really enjoy how quiet I can make the car on demand. After driving a Isis Catback tuned 2.0T Genesis previously quiet wasn't on the menu! LOL But when I want more power there is no getting around the sound. Thanks again for this though guys. We appreciate it!

[@pattyboi]

Honestly, in normal mode it's still near stock which is fantastic. N mode just opens it up a bunch, I'd still consider it even if you aren't a fan of increased noise!

[@DarkMikaruX]

@@pattyboi Thanks for confirming. I'll keep that in mind!

[@Sknapps92]

I wish I found the channel before ordering my EM3 for my Kona N. Haha sweet video

[@Shono731]

Awesome video! I am a new subscriber!! I am a big fan of the Elantra N!! They are great cars! I just traded my 2019 Type r fk8 and bought a 2023 type R Fl5! It’s been fun! Looks like an awesome channel! I look forward to seeing more videos! 🚙🚙👍🏼👍🏼

[@MrAdams-zg6gv]

I have the "AFE Takeda" non resonated mid pipe on my Elantra N and it sounds INCREDIBLE in "N mode". Bigger/louder/more POPS AND BANGS! Eco/normal mode back to dead quite again for when you don't want attention. Its perfect!

[@palombus4xe577]

will the takeda midpipes fit cleanly with the stock axle back and sxth dp?

[@MrAdams-zg6gv]

@@palombus4xe577 idk about the down pipe... But everything fits 100% with the stock Axle back exhaust. Mide pipe is just a mide pipe.. but it makes the N mode sounds sooo much better! Sounds incredible!

[@cereulean]

I am currently saving up to buy an elantra N, and it’s nice to see you guys doing what I wanna do on mines! Great video!

[@ronburgundy4375]

I'm really hoping a forte gets all this performance stuff because I like that car alot better than the elantra

[@btchidz]

@@ronburgundy4375 I’ve got a forte GT rn and man I want this Elantra N lol

[@slow_rednline4874]

Not a chance ​@@ronburgundy4375

[@4drturbo85]

Great video! All the videos you produce are great. Been watching the Civic Si videos too. Interesting how the downpipe goes straight to the exhaust side of the turbo. I know on the SRT-4 Neon there's what we call an '02 housing AKA turbo elbow that's a small piece that connects the exhaust side of the turbo and then the downpipe connects to that. But it looks like this is just one big piece, which is good ..one less area for potential exhaust leaks. To me it's not worth it unless you plan on taking the factory turbo to its limit. Looks like the OEM piece is a good solid piece and flows well. Cars sounds amazing with the new DP though.

[@fernando1998al]

What o2 sensor socket did you guys use?

[@FastcarsNGS]

What size was the socket to take off the o2 sensor on top. You didn’t say in the video.

[@slow_rednline4874]

It's 22mm o2 sensor socket. They complicated the shit out of this

[@patchrikmuttin7126]

Great channel 👍 Jus finished installing my dp. Def need to move the charge pipe. My old dp came out super easy with it out the way. I worked off car ramps, took bout 5hr

[@QickscopeNoscope]

Sxth just launched pre-orders for the 2.5T CPLT Intake for the K5 GT and Sonata N-Line! Grabbed a pre-order with your code! Thanks

[@magicwaffl3z]

Can you do a long term ownership review of the Elantra so far? Since you've now had it for about a year or more at this point would like to hear your thoughts

[@brucelove20]

Been waiting on another EN vid 🔥🔥

[@antonarcane93]

Wow looks really nice with the black wrapped pieces instead of the red. Way better!

[@skinflaps1]

awesome video! Keep up the good work.

[@patrickgorham4269]

It sounds so much like my straight piped big turbo Cobalt SS with a resonator it's scary. The Cobalt SS has a pretty unique sound for a four cylinder, well,,, I guess it use to. Would sure like to hear yours in person because video rarely does them any justice, only two videos that I've found. Stay safe and God bless

[@Daveyboy_RS3]

In my opinion, this car came from the factory with performance in mind. (Definitely not looks). The stock downpipe that is fitted on the car is perfectly fine. There is really no need to mod a car just for the sake of modding. Younger people you'll eventually learned that after thousands and thousands and thousands of dollars. Car is perfect the way it is performance-wise. You want to put some aftermarket lightweight Wheels and throw on some aesthetic pieces then please go ahead. The one thing the car does not need is to be louder, especially if it means adding some aftermarket piece that may or may not hold up, and may or may not void your warranty.

[@FernandoMorales-s2e]

I love that car. I have one and it is so cool. I think one of the coolest car now

[@tonyzaff8038]

Wow that’s a big job thanks for the video!

[@ascndentkunglao]

Hey Patty, Love the video! My turbo nuts and studs were really big pain, got 3/4 to come off but one would not budge didnt want to risk it and our shop was closing up so i reinstalled everything. You mentioned WD40-ing the nuts and studs and driving it around for it to get hot? Does that help loosen them?

[@jorges2k_ap299]

🙋🏻‍♂️🙌🏻 best Elantra N content out there. Ready to see the new wheels set up

[@lofiguy8136]

That sound very nice. Good job

[@뚠톨이]

I enjoyed your video. I own the same elantran, but I have a downpipe working too. I have a question. I know there are 4 nuts in total that are attached to the stud bolt. I saw the top nut loosening, how did you release the bottom bolt?

[@Alex-ss4ry]

What dimension is the O2 sensor socket? How many mm?

[@jamesdalelio8843]

Glad i found a great channel that has content on the eleantra n. this will deffentaly help me when i start my build

[@dalischea7964]

is there a way to remove the downpipe from above if you remove the plastic below the windshield wipers?

[@Mando76]

I just got a 24 N Line. I'd love to do an intake and exhaust upgrade, but soooo afraid of voiding the warranty 😞

[@klasseact6663]

I thought you guys had the SXTH Element intake🤔

[@4drturbo85]

I think they had issues with it...

[@klasseact6663]

@4drturbo85 thank you, I know this car is tuned and larger FMIC, but they also said something about rims...I take it new street rims, not the track rims🤔

[@pattyboi]

No he took it off because he wanted a more stock looking engine bay for weird Will reasons. Wheels are in storage, for Michigan we don't drive our nice cars in the salt so the stock wheels are for storage purposes.

[@PoloCN7N]

waited so long for the video on the downpipe, knew it had to be coming! and didnt you have an intake?

[@williamrori1274]

I did. I elected to go back to the stock intake before SXTH releases their "intake lite" which was teased yesterday. Basically, the engine bay looks 100% stock which adds to the "lol" factor when people come and see how a car that looks like a salmon just flew by them on track.

[@PoloCN7N]

@@williamrori1274 gotcha

[@MuhammadAsad-b1m]

in this i cannot see the itner cooler and the air intake and the ecu and the new wheels that u had installed previously? is this video old?

[@teej_youtube]

How the hell did you guys get the nut off the stock down pipe. The left nut on the first section for the stock down pipe is in such a weird angle and man I can not get that sucker off. The one I am talking about is the ones you're taking off at 7:00 in the video. I have an angle socket but man the angle is still so weird that it won't really turn. Its put my whole car on hold for the last 24 hours lol gonna give it a go again once I am off work lol I even tried using Aero Croil for it and still that thing is on there like a m'fer. I keep watching your video back at 7:00 to see if I can kinda mimic the angle you approach it at. This stupid nut is the only thing stopping me at the moment I have every else off, even got the turbo studs loosened with no problem just that left nut on the first section of the stock d pipe is pissing me off so much.

[@teej_youtube]

finally fuckin got it lmao, im installing this down pipe by myself, w/ no lift on 6 jack stands and two jacks. lmao the extra jack and 2 jack stands are for safety or well as much safety as i can get. I have my gf who every 15 min comes and checks on me in the garage to make sure im not a dead pancake lmao all seriousness tho for my situation super tough install having a lift would be a god send my core, abs and back muscles are getting ripped from the movements i have to make get out and under the car lmao

[@chriso5842]

Did you guys remove the red trim at the bottom? Looks like a more grown up car that way

[@jordannn14]

you guys plan on replacing the shift knob? obviously its down to preference but in my experience its one of the first mods most 6mt owners do

[@4drturbo85]

Stock shift knob is great and looks good too in my opinion

[@tutankhamunwhite665]

Putting on this down pike you don’t remove the catalytic converter ?

[@theram8787]

Is it dumping fuel into the exhaust to make that sound is what I'm wondering

[@guanijk619]

Only down pipe? The rest of exhaust is stock?

[@wedel610]

Great video! Can’t wait to get an EN! In the meantime I bought a used 2017 Elantra Sport. It had 65k miles on it. No pops and bangs from the exhaust. I back in 2018 I test drove a new 2018 Elantra Sport and new stock it had pops and bang. Does anyone know if the tune or something else is different between the 2017 and 2018? I’m trying to figure out why my car doesn’t have any.

[@dawsonlamberd908]

Getting my trim done this week how has the vinly held up

[@jplee123]

Do you guys have any numbers (HP/torque increases) or curves (any loss of low-end)? The SXTH website doesn't have any information about expected performance gains.

[@bassfan71]

Does this mod void Hyundai's power train warranty?

[@turtledoves6969]

any lbs min gains for airflow in data logs? Im wondering how much power gains is to be had

[@LoneAidenPryde]

Sounds great!

[@norevlimitr1602]

What happened to the lightweight battery that was in this car previously?

[@pattyboi]

It's still in there! This was filmed without it since the car was in storage mode for the winter

[@Lost_investor888]

Great video! Installing this downpipe would have to be significantly better performance for the work for me do bother doing this.

[@Lost_investor888]

Also did you wrap or replace your red trim

[@damienfrizzell9394]

tuned with other mods will bump you to stage 2 thats about as significant as its gets before you upgrade the turbo.

[@pattyboi]

@@Lost_investor888 wrapped!

[@mithmv9734]

can someone explain why pops and bangs when you blip is longer and sounds better in dct than manual? only way to make it sound better in pop and bangs is to tune it or remap it ?

[@حمزةزيدان-ك5ي]

is it need tuning after instilled in my kona n 2022 or no need i need fast flow and little bit sound good i need anyone help me in this my plan is air filter from pipercross and turbo inilit and Mishimoto MMTS-SEN-13 Racing Thermostat, Fits Nissan Sentra 2013-2018 and intercooler forge and change coolants because in Saudi is 46 47 C so the temperature coolants up and down

[@davidjohnson8474]

I'm really surprised that the downpipe isn't V banded like the 2.5T sonata N line is! If there was a V banded complete exhaust from downpipe and then the whole exhaust would make life better!?

[@ArronTay]

Traded my DCT in 03/20/23 I'll keep you on watch,, need more content from you guys on the EN. Possible to cancel still though, change my mind. Thanks

[@cornedbeef4332]

What other car you have in mind?

[@darienhaghighat6400]

When I did my catless downpipe it took me about 12 hours of work because of those turbo studs. It was the biggest headache ever. I had to rethread it and everything

[@richestgoonie]

where’d you get your studs ? , tried taking my oem’s off today && i could tell i’d need new ones

[@OfficalVVClips]

hey man I loved the video. What would be your opinion on the shark racing catless downpipe vs the one in the video?

[@williamrori1274]

So, I haven't seen it in person, but my quick thoughts based on the pictures and description is that it's an inferior piece. Firstly, it does not replace the whole downpipe, just the upper pipe containing the cat. Secondly, it does not contain an 02 sensor spacer meaning even with the catted version you will almost guaranteed eventually get a CEL for post cat 02. Thirdly, I have never in my life heard of the company that makes that cat - meaning, it's probably a cheap knock-off that's prone to breaking apart with heat/pressure fluctuations. Personally I'd skip it, especially when the install is this much of a pain. Buy once, cry once.

[@ziggyz8345]

i want an elantra N soooo bad, the dct version for those sweet braps after each shift, i have a 10th gen civic Si rn...my downpipe is 100 times easier than the N cause its right there when you open the hood but of course the turbo inlet is right above it but easy removal, sounds amazing and im surprised the exhaust modes still work

[@THEpurpletacokid]

Does sxth not sell these anymore?

[@JorgeCabrera-zh7yr]

Dude with the veloster N was just as hard I don't know who told you otherwise I own one and I had to do the same shit with the crow bar

[@chrisanderson6791]

It might have been easier if you dropped the subframe, it's a few extra steps but saves a headache and busted knuckles

[@4wheeldriverican]

Just looked it up on their website and it’s not listed anymore are they not selling it anymore or was there something wrong with the downpipe?

[@pattyboi]

I think they're complying with emissions now so they may be done producing downpipes :(

[@4wheeldriverican]

@@pattyboi damn I was looking forward to getting it. Thank you for the update.

[@1eingram]

Since the stock one is already too loud in California, what's the point?

[@RatedNTV]

Don't live in California...?

[@toddfurner7606]

Will this fit the Australian version of the manual Elantra N?

[@TurboJohn74]

still hunting for one for the 2018 Sonata 2.0T

[@commentmancommentman1658]

Hows the smell on coldstarts on 200cel cats? My previous mazdaspeed3 was catless and im done with the smell lmfaoo.

[@williamrori1274]

I cannot smell anything to be honest. That might say more about my nose than anything, but it also passes the girlfriend test. I think the real difference there is they used an actual real cat, unless 99%+ of the aftermarket "racing" cats.

[@commentmancommentman1658]

@williamrori1274 thats good to hear. Surprised you didn't go with xforce dp as its 4" but hey i still support sxth though.

[@nathanamons2187]

@@commentmancommentman1658 No performance gain with the x-force and the O2 elbow design isn’t great. The catalyst is not the greatest either.

[@durvancoburn1099]

Can you tell me what size o2 sensor socket that was

[@Thechicagodave]

i put the depo catless on my N solo in the garage with some jackstands lol

[@lsjionredlinesupercharged2049]

Sounds great

[@CapFlipGaming]

It's a bit deeper but more drone. Hard to say if that was worth it.

[@PartyBoyXenesis]

Silly question... is the right exhaust pipe not functional? Everytime you can see the steam it's only from the left side lol

[@pattyboi]

It's functional but sometimes exhaust flow acts a bit odd, I'm not an engineer but it is for sure not a fake tip

[@kameronkuhn6042]

If I did this would I have to get a tune?

[@vloneoo740]

Does this void warranty?

[@bunny_of_doom6956]

Got a link to this??

[@damienfrizzell9394]

how much would it cost to have this one done for me you think, I dont have a hoist and that looks like all no from here doing it on the ground

[@pattyboi]

I will say that it definitely would be near impossible to do on the ground. Sticking your hand upside down just wouldn't really work. Not sure the cost, it would take a mechanic probably 6-10 hours, not sure what rates are like

[@williamrori1274]

Book time on this job is probably like ~4 hours. I'd estimate $350-600 depending on your area. If you're local I can do it haha.

[@dmillz7318]

all my boi need now is a nice size trubo

[@jeffreycormier3864]

Did y'all look so see or maybe try taking the downpipe out from above?

[@pattyboi]

We did actually try to get it from the top, the clearance was just a tiny bit off.

[@speedgang8016]

Will it void the warranty ?

[@Soul_Flow_]

amazing car

[@johngrundy7197]

Dude you guys are from Michigan?!

[@johngrundy7197]

Looks like auburn hills based on the one shot of the car driving away lol

[@nomadic9953]

I'm not sure how it would affect performance but I think European cars got it right and used exhaust pipes about half that diameter because you have this tiny little engine bladding around inside these giant pipes and it just sounds freaking awful

[@Rururu-ci5dl]

How much was the shipping for the catless down pipe?

[@AlexMartinez-ix3ll]

They don’t sell this anymore. Shark racing has a catless for free shipping if in region 1 485$ and a race cat option for 675$

[@Rururu-ci5dl]

@@AlexMartinez-ix3ll thanks Alex

[@Rururu-ci5dl]

@@AlexMartinez-ix3ll is it the 2021+ catless down pipe on there website?

[@AbhaySingh-zb7cn]

$800 for this Bull&hit! Stock was way Better.

[@Rururu-ci5dl]

What does the down pipe do?

[@ernestgonzalez6228]

i gonna call ur method the corkscrew technique how you twisted it in there, lol

[@teej_youtube]

Would it be crazy to attempt this install without a Lift?

[@pattyboi]

Ehhhhhhh, you can for sure do it but make sure you've got the jack stands literally as high as they can possibly go. It'll be tight though, not 100% sure

[@edwardasencio5393]

Nothing beats stock exhaust, the engineers who perfectly designed this vehicle knew what they were doing from the start. Compared to a waste of time with a mod exhaust that not engineered right to do anything.

[@williamrori1274]

Except this makes around +20whp more, but yeah lol

[@edwardasencio5393]

@@williamrori1274 Simply could of bought a car to do more horsepower at stock levels not to ruin it craftsmanship. 👍🏻

[@williamrori1274]

@@edwardasencio5393 I'm good. If you want to do that yourself feel free. Just curious, what auto maker do you work for? I'd love to know where all this "craftsmanship" is happening, because it is not happening at Hyundai or really any major OEM. Source: I'm a senior automotive engineer.

[@LTLIB1933]

OEM battery? Lol is everything back to stock besides the tune and mount?

[@williamrori1274]

Yeah I store it in winter since I have a CRV. It's basically already back to where it usually is now.

[@LTLIB1933]

Yeah I just realized you said 7k miles and it's never seen winter lol

[@joshrobertson8927]

love everything about these cars...except for how they look. whyyyy couldn't we just get the i30n in the states.

[@CurtisL8.3066]

Got the refresh coming next year, but i think this version is pretty cool. Grille is too plasticky but looks modern and fast

[@gr3nad3filmz54]

I am going with the uniq performance catless DP, wanted sxth but they will never have a catless version

[@Obamner]

Im going for the catless dp on shark racing. Pretty sure it’s just called the maintec catless downpipe

[@commentmancommentman1658]

Cuz of california regulations.

[@SpeedResearchLabs]

Font find this downpipe anymore

[@glamourFPS]

man i was doing the exact same install and all 4 turbo studs broke. i have been a month without my EN and i was hoping the sounds was gonna be worth it after the install is finished. really surprised me and it sounds great, cant wait till mine is finished this week!

[@williamrori1274]

Yeah honestly I thought we got away easy when the first 3 came out with absolutely no problem at all... fuck was I wrong. It's worth it though, 100%

[@RobTheNthusiast]

I went ahead and bought 4 titanium studs for my Kona N cause I knew it was gonna be an issue.

[@elijahbreazil3082]

Not trying to be rude. But is no one going to talk bout how he first shifted at the end of the video, or is it just me 😂😅.

[@qsm1334]

Where'd the pops go

[@davidgriggs3967]

Lol @2:07 stealth factor anyone knows anything about tuning car's is going to know you have a down pipe just from the way it sounds but suppose you don't want non car enthusiasts to know you have mods after they gapped you .

[@teej_youtube]

I got that bitch on!!!!!! Holy shit that was a mission lmao Did by myself with no lift my god that was tough af but I got it done lol So funny every nut or bolt that you guys got off easy in your video mine were like close to seized on. it took me 2 1/2 hours to get the left nut off the stock down pipe first piece it was on there like a bitch. Anyone thinking about do this mod it can be done with out a lift but i wouldnt advise after all the work which accumulated to around 23 actual working hours and 3 day all together its worth the money to pay someone to do it. Or if you have access to a lift that would have help tremendously also of course.

[@boosted_john]

Looks like a fun install!!! Jk. Downpipes suck. So worth it though.

[@pattyboi]

Definitely worth it but yeah......a bit garbage of a time hahaha