Supersprint Back Box- how much louder?

alfamj · #1 (**Post Link**) 09-01-12

hi guys,

Looking at getting a supersprint exhaust (just back box) for my 1.8TS GT. I am wondering how much louder this will be than the current OEM exhaust? I don't want an exhaust that is overly loud.

and also, will it sound any good when running with just OEM centre pipes and cat etc?

Thanks

NineOneSix · #2 (**Post Link**) 09-01-12

It'll just change the tone rather then get louder, should sound half decent

cobalt · #3 (**Post Link**) 09-01-12

I have a Supersprint backbox but it's currently mated to an unsilenced centre section. So whilst it sounds great - it's very loud. I expect my new Ragazzon silenced centre to turn up next week some point so once it's fitted I'll post a recording.

alfamj · #4 (**Post Link**) 09-01-12

Originally Posted by cobalt

I have a Supersprint backbox but it's currently mated to an unsilenced centre section. So whilst it sounds great - it's very loud. I expect my new Ragazzon silenced centre to turn up next week some point so once it's fitted I'll post a recording.

Sweet set up. Be sure and post up a recording.

What do you think of a Supersprint back box versus a Raggazon? The rag is a fair bit more expensive.

alfamj · #5 (**Post Link**) 10-01-12

Guys- what to go for:

> Single oval tail pipe, or;
> Twin pipe
I presume its more choosing over aesthetics rather than any differences to performance / sound?

NineOneSix · #6 (**Post Link**) 10-01-12

Indeed, mainly just looks, taipipe size and shape will change the tone slightly. Go for what you prefer the look of

Dr GTA · #7 (**Post Link**) 10-01-12

Supersprint is

Silenced centre sections will keep the sound low, unsilenced centres will make a big increase in volume.

Cobalt don't you have my old exhaust? That was bloody loud!

NineOneSix · #8 (**Post Link**) 10-01-12

Was that the exhaust after your old CSC on the TS147? That did sound great

Dr GTA · #9 (**Post Link**) 10-01-12

It droned a bit on the motorway though...

Supersprint · #10 (**Post Link**) 10-01-12

The rear exhaust is 5-10% louder than stock, it need to match those values to be TUV approved. It'll take 1000 miles to reach the real sound. It's subtle but if you want something more tuneful and personale get the silenced centre exhaust too. The not silenced will be too loud and you'll have drone.

Cheers!

Dr GTA · #11 (**Post Link**) 10-01-12

Originally Posted by Supersprint

The rear exhaust is 5-10% louder than stock, it need to match those values to be TUV approved. It'll take 1000 miles to reach the real sound. It's subtle but if you want something more tuneful and personale get the silenced centre exhaust too. The not silenced will be too loud and you'll have drone.

Cheers!

Ciao Regazzi!

GhostyDog · #12 (**Post Link**) 10-01-12

Originally Posted by Supersprint

The rear exhaust is 5-10% louder than stock, it need to match those values to be TUV approved. It'll take 1000 miles to reach the real sound. It's subtle but if you want something more tuneful and personale get the silenced centre exhaust too. The not silenced will be too loud and you'll have drone.

Cheers!

Hi,

I had a supersprint powerloop twin on my 147 GTA and loved it, great quality and great sound

Pity the brera system desnt look more oem or like the Brera S tailpipes as id be very interested.

alfamj · #13 (**Post Link**) 10-01-12

Originally Posted by Supersprint

The rear exhaust is 5-10% louder than stock, it need to match those values to be TUV approved. It'll take 1000 miles to reach the real sound. It's subtle but if you want something more tuneful and personale get the silenced centre exhaust too. The not silenced will be too loud and you'll have drone.

Cheers!

The silenced midsection sounds interesting, never thought about it previously actually. Would this still be reasonably subtle coupled with the back box? Like I said I don't want something too loud! Can you give some percentages Supersprint?

I reckon I'll go for the twin tail pipe. I think it will look nice on the GT blackline.

cobalt · #14 (**Post Link**) 11-01-12

Originally Posted by OperationAlfa

Cobalt don't you have my old exhaust? That was bloody loud!

Sure do!

My neighbours aren't as keen on it as I am though.

@alfamj; there's a 'Sound(s?) of the Twinspark' thread with links to youtube clips if you do a search.

alfamj · #15 (**Post Link**) 11-01-12

Originally Posted by cobalt

Sure do! My neighbours aren't as keen on it as I am though.
@alfamj; there's a 'Sound(s?) of the Twinspark' thread with links to youtube clips if you do a search.

Cheers Cobalt

I'll check that out...

Looking forward to joining the modified Alfas group

Leonardo .s · #16 (**Post Link**) 16-01-12

email supersprint today and have discontinued the Centre exhaust part number 753603. i have the twin supersprint backbox with oem Centre exhaust and sounds great not to loud at all. i had csc and was very loud

can any one recommend a Centre exhaust with silents ?

cobalt · #17 (**Post Link**) 17-01-12

Originally Posted by Leonardo .s

can any one recommend a Centre exhaust with silents ?

I might be able to if it ever turns up.

Dr GTA · #18 (**Post Link**) 17-01-12

The ragazzon centre section with silencer is good... well it is on the GTA....

Leonardo .s · #19 (**Post Link**) 17-01-12

Originally Posted by OperationAlfa

The ragazzon centre section with silencer is good... well it is on the GTA....

what centre section did you have on your old car on this video was it with silencer?

Alfa 147 Supersprint and Ragazzon Centre Exhaust - YouTube

NineOneSix · #20 (**Post Link**) 17-01-12

The engine in that was special

Dr GTA · #21 (**Post Link**) 17-01-12

Originally Posted by Leonardo .s

what centre section did you have on your old car on this video was it with silencer?

Alfa 147 Supersprint and Ragazzon Centre Exhaust - YouTube

Ragazzon straight through!

Originally Posted by NineOneSix

The engine in that was special

Yeah and Nicky is driving that car at the moment

Engine still the same... albeit with standard 2.0 cams now.. still pushing about 170 odd I reckon.

Pud237 · #22 (**Post Link**) 17-01-12

Originally Posted by OperationAlfa

Yeah and Nicky is driving that car at the moment Engine still the same... albeit with standard 2.0 cams now.. still pushing about 170 odd I reckon.

Fastest 2.0 TS I ever drove, would've liked a go in it when the cams were still fitted.

cobalt · #23 (**Post Link**) 18-02-12

Evening all. It's taken me long enough but I've finally managed to make a little movie with before and after clips of my exhaust system.

Exhaust_Blur.mov - YouTube

Due to its baby-unfriendly nature, the Ragazzon unsilenced centre section is for sale if anyone's interested.

Dr GTA · #24 (**Post Link**) 19-02-12

Virtually eliminated the bark it seems... Still with the GSR you still get that lovely engine note.

cobalt · #25 (**Post Link**) 19-02-12

Yeah, it's a shame it's lost the rasp, but otherwise I'm happy with it.
I imagine people who live near me are too.

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