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Client Spotlight: Honda Civic FK8 Type R with VR Tuned Flash, GramLights Wheels, and HKS Exhaust

The FK8 is the first Civic Type R to come to the states, and it’s without a doubt the best Civic Type R ever. Not only is it significantly more powerful than any other Civic Type R before it, but the chassis is exceptionally well balanced, the brakes are great, and the overall performance is superb. It’s arguably the best front-wheel-drive car ever produced. Enthusiasts know that even the best cars in the world can always be improved upon.

One of the first mods for many turbocharged cars is an upgraded exhaust system. By increasing exhaust flow, the turbocharger can spool up faster, resulting in decreased lag, plus the turbo can ultimately spin faster and make more overall boost. On this particular FK8 you’ll find an Armytrix downpipe and an HKS Legamax exhaust system. The combination of these two offers awesome sound and increased flow.

Another popular modification, especially for the FK8, is an upgraded set of wheels. From the factory, the FK8 uses 20” wheels which is a little big and disproportionate to the rest of the vehicle, making smaller 18” or 19” wheels incredibly popular. This particular FK8 features GramLights 57Transcend wheels in 19×9.5. To top everything off and squeeze as much power as possible out of the vehicle, this FK8 uses our VR Tuned ECU flash.

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If you have questions, please contact us. You can reach us by phone at 1-480-966-3040 or via email at sales@vividracing.com.

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Product Overview: Armytrix Titanium Huracan Exhaust

As an automotive enthusiast, you probably know that exhaust flow is key to engine efficiency.. Unfortunately, most automakers can’t just make the best flowing exhaust possible thanks to EPA restrictions. This created the entire aftermarket world of exhaust systems. Even for cars like the Lamborghini Huracan, the OEM exhaust system is restrictive and limits power. The problem with many aftermarket exhaust systems is the overall sound being too high or too low. Once you install the exhaust, it’s hard to make it louder or quieter, leaving you stuck with an exhaust you’re not happy with.

As you probably know, Armytrix does exhaust systems differently by offering Valvetronic exhaust systems which use an exhaust valve to direct the exhaust gas through or around the mufflers. By changing the position of the valve via a remote, the exhaust tone and volume changes on the fly. This means you can keep your exhaust quiet on early mornings or late nights, but open it up and let your Huracan sing on open roads.

Aside from the Valvetronic technology, this exhaust also offers the best build quality possible by using high-end titanium as opposed to stainless steel. By building the entire system out of titanium, it dramatically reduces the total weight of the exhaust. We design the exhaust to improve exhaust flow and exhaust scavenging, which is done with a larger than stock diameter and an overall better design.

We offer the exhaust tips in Black or Titanium Blue. Alternatively, you can also order the exhaust system with no tips and reuse the OEM tips.

Bryce Cleveland Mar 21, 2019 ARMYTRIX USA 0 Comment Read More

Armytrix LC500 Exhaust Now Available

The LC500 is designed to be a unique grand touring coupe with enough performance to take on cars from companies such as BMW and Mercedes Benz. It’s not intended as a full on sports car like the 911, and such lacks the sound associated with a proper performance car. In stock form, the 5.0L naturally aspirated V8 doesn’t make much noise. Lexus kept the exhaust pretty quiet to appeal to a wider range of buyers. As enthusiasts, we want to hear our car as we put the hammer down on twisty roads or open highways. Luckily, Armytrix has a solution for LC500 owners.

The problem with many aftermarket exhaust systems is the volume. Some exhaust systems are super loud, and some are super quiet. Once the exhaust is installed, you can’t change the volume or sound. Armytrix exhaust systems are different since they offer a Valvetronic muffler system which can change the volume of the exhaust on the fly by routing it through or around the mufflers. This lets you keep your quiet in the neighborhood and let it sing on the open road. The LC500, in particular, sounds awesome with the Armytrix Valvetronic exhaust set to open. Be sure to check out the video below for some sounds!

Learn more and order your Armytrix LC500 exhaust here

If you have questions, please contact us. You can reach us by phone at 1-480-966-3040 or via email at sales@vividracing.com.

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Video: Widebody BMW F31 Wagon with Armytrix Valvetronic Exhaust

When it comes to BMW performance vehicles, almost everyone lusts after the M3. For those who want a wagon, however, the M3 is out of the question. Luckily, BMW’s standard 3-series has most of the DNA of the M3, and it’s available in a wagon! Of course, the M3 has a much wider and more aggressive body compared to the standard 3-series. Luckily, there are a ton of widebody kits on the market. The gap in performance between the standard 3-series and the M3 can be reduced with bolt-on parts such as an aftermarket exhaust.

As you probably expected, this particular F31 Wagon is equipped with an Armytrix Valvetronic exhaust system. Just like the M3, the inline-6 turbo engine under the hood sounds awesome at idle and under load. The pops and bangs give the F31 a wild, unique, and fun sound. The exhaust isn’t just for sound though! With the increased piping diameter and improved design, exhaust flow is massively improved, resulting in more power and better throttle response. On top of the increase in power and improved throttle response, the lightweight design sheds unnecessary weight which further improves performance. Check out the video below!

Bryce Cleveland Feb 25, 2019 ARMYTRIX USA 0 Comment Read More

Video: McLaren 720S Equipped with Armytrix Valvetronic Exhaust

We all know the McLaren 720S is an insane car. Straight from McLaren it makes 710 horsepower and with a tune it absolutely destroys other supercars in its price range. The thing it has always been missing is a loud exhaust. It sounds pretty good straight from the factory, but it’s just not loud enough for many 720S owners. Luckily, there are aftermarket options such as our 720S Valvetronic exhaust. Unlike some other exhausts which are really loud or really quiet, our Valvetronic exhaust gives you the best of both worlds.

With the exhaust valve closed, our exhaust is comparable to the OEM exhaust. This means it’s quiet enough to keep your neighbors happy, but once you get on the open road you can open the exhaust valve to turn the volume up. With the valve open, your 720S is significantly louder than stock and sounds awesome. Check out the full video below to hear the sound for yourself!

Bryce Cleveland Feb 01, 2019 ARMYTRIX USA 0 Comment Read More
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