I was on my way to Speed Gallery to have my EVO intake and a Remus exhaust installed and noticed a whooshing sound.

Allen showed me where the diverter valve had actually popped open. All the internals were visible. Half of it was completely missing.

They had the billet valves in stock, so on they go.

Needless to say, it was the right ime and the right place for them to break. I'm looking forward to driving the car with all these basic mods.

 

Let us know what you think.

 

I picked up my car today.

The popped (literally in two) diverter valve were replaced with with billet units.

The Remus exhaust is great. It is slightly deeper than stock at cruise and damn aggressive at full boost. Just what I wanted. I now understand why most exhausts make 40 HP peak and 15 Hp max. Basically, you get quicker spool up, whic translates into more mid-range power and of course some more top end. I definitely recommend the Remus for price, sound and power. Give Speed Gallery a call and they'll hook you up!

I also had my V-Flow istalled (thanks FANMAN for the over the top holiday gift). The exhaust is louder and I can definitely hear a diverter valve whooosh when I close the throttle, but beyond that I can't tell. I'm sure part of the quicker spool and more power is due to the V-Flow.

I am very pleased with X-50 car's decreased lag and mid range punch. It is hard to explain driving an AWD car that gets squirelly in second gear + from throttle application. It's FAST and I like it that way.... but then you all know what I'm talking about right?

Finally, let me say that the guys at Speed Gallery (Allen and Sam) were very friendly and knowledgeable. They were a joy to work with.

While I'm thanking everyone, let me say another thanks to Arling and Lucent for the service they gave me as well.

Over and out!