Aerie Titanium Exhaust V2

[NJemira85]

I don't think I'm outing him or anything negative, but Jason (Aerie) is a very famous DJ in Asia...he's really great actually. But as I've posted before this means the massive amount of customer service and communication that's expected by customers is going to be very slow and limited. Some patience is going to be necessary if you choose to buy and then expect service from him. I chose to get his products he sources because he sells great stuff, but the journey is pretty blind. The stuff I have is super high quality and beautiful, hope anyone with issues gets it resolved -

I got an aerie shifter. I haven’t had chance to install it yet, but the cable ends and shifter itself are gorgeous.

They refunded me half the shipping price too.

I have a close friend who is a successful international dj. I adore him. He’s not necessarily the most organized guy either.

 

[GTti]

I have just ordered the V2 i4 titanium exhaust and the 300CPSI downpipe. Looking forward to hearing what the car sounds like once ive fitted them i threw in the BMC air filter into the order as well.............to get better value out of the postage costs........

 

[bboixtc]

All I can do is share with you guys my experience with the product, my experience with Aerie and inform you guys that they have been knowingly selling this exhaust despite repeat failures of the same exact type on my particular product. There are others who have also experienced failures however anyone not new to Lotus knows that the age demographic is a bit older and not nearly as active on social media. Consider that information when shopping around.

 

[Davidcv]

Acabo de pedir el escape de titanio V2 i4 y el tubo de bajada 300CPSI. Tengo ganas de escuchar cómo suena el coche una vez instalados. :Frío: También incluí el filtro de aire BMC en el pedido... para ahorrar en gastos de envío...:JAJAJA:

¿Puedes compartir un vídeo para ver cómo suena tu nuevo escape?
¿Estás contento con el cambio?
Gracias

 

[Wusah]

Does it really add HP? I always thought exhaust didn't add HP.

GRP has also told me that their exhausts increases HP.

 

[GTti]

¿Puedes compartir un vídeo para ver cómo suena tu nuevo escape?
¿Estás contento con el cambio?
Gracias

I'll be happy to make a video if it ever arrives! Been waiting nearly 2.5 months now for the downpipe!

 

[crashprash]

My Aerie SS shielded y-pipe seems to have an issue. The bolt at the joint with the headers came off. The dealer replaced this but due to the Aerie y-pipe not having a flange the gasket doesn't sit properly and there is still a leak (smoke tested). The smoke test also revealed the flex joint is leaking so this is a manufacturing defect. Photos/videos here. I have contacted @Aerie about this so will see what their solution is. The dealer also mentioned that they have seen numerous Ti exhausts crack after a few years - hoping that doesn't happen to me

 

[crashprash]

My Aerie SS shielded y-pipe seems to have an issue. The bolt at the joint with the headers came off. The dealer replaced this but due to the Aerie y-pipe not having a flange the gasket doesn't sit properly and there is still a leak (smoke tested). The smoke test also revealed the flex joint is leaking so this is a manufacturing defect. Photos/videos here. I have contacted @Aerie about this so will see what their solution is. The dealer also mentioned that they have seen numerous Ti exhausts crack after a few years - hoping that doesn't happen to me

So Aerie's response is that the flex joint on any y-pipe will leak. I highly doubt this and doubt there was a leak on the OEM y-pipe at the flex joint. Can anyone confirm?

 

[Eagle7]

So Aerie's response is that the flex joint on any y-pipe will leak. I highly doubt this and doubt there was a leak on the OEM y-pipe at the flex joint. Can anyone confirm?

No, they're not supposed to leak. It wouldn't pass emissions test if it did. They can eventually wear to the point where they'll leak, but that's only after many tens of thousands of miles.

That flex pipe you're showing doesn't look like any flex pipe I've seen. Here's a typical one with a braided stainless steel sheathing:

Compare that to what Aerie used:

The stock factory flex joint is the standard braided one. I don't know what Aerie's using, but it's not good. They can be replaced. A proper one isn't going to be that expensive, just takes time to remove the old one and weld in a new one.

 

[GRP]

No, they're not supposed to leak. It wouldn't pass emissions test if it did. They can eventually wear to the point where they'll leak, but that's only after many tens of thousands of miles.

That flex pipe you're showing doesn't look like any flex pipe I've seen. Here's a typical one with a braided stainless steel sheathing:



Compare that to what Aerie used:



The stock factory flex joint is the standard braided one. I don't know what Aerie's using, but it's not good. They can be replaced. A proper one isn't going to be that expensive, just takes time to remove the old one and weld in a new one.

Most everyone uses a "bellows" style joint like those now. The braided ones are becoming a thing of the past.

 

[Aerie]

So Aerie's response is that the flex joint on any y-pipe will leak. I highly doubt this and doubt there was a leak on the OEM y-pipe at the flex joint. Can anyone confirm?

We received your WhatsApp messages regarding that the Y-pipe to header gaskets fell off, it seems that the problem may have arisen from the installation process.

We have arranged for a replacement set of Y-pipes and gaskets, which will be shipped to you tomorrow. We appreciate your understanding of the situation.

 

[crashprash]

Most everyone uses a "bellows" style joint like those now. The braided ones are becoming a thing of the past.

Any reason for the change? The braided version seems less likely to develop a leak

 

[crashprash]

We received your WhatsApp messages regarding that the Y-pipe to header gaskets fell off, it seems that the problem may have arisen from the installation process.

We have arranged for a replacement set of Y-pipes and gaskets, which will be shipped to you tomorrow. We appreciate your understanding of the situation.
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Partially agree the gasket falling out may be to due to installation but also the OEM y-pip has a lip to prevent something like this happening.

The Aerie heat shielded y-pipe doesn't have this lip

Additionally, the "poor" installation has nothing to do with the flex joint developing a leak. Not sure if the same issue will arise with the replacement part as well...