Fabspeed Motorsport - Exotic Car Performance Parts - Ships from Canada
Fabspeed Motorsport - High performance exhaust and intake systems for Porsche, Ferrari, Lamborghini, McLaren, BMW and more.
About Fabspeed Motorsport:
Here at Fabspeed Motorsport, we are dedicated to delivering our customers the highest quality performance upgrades with the industry’s best lifetime warranty. We have over 29 years experience designing, engineering and installing high performance exhaust systems, air intake systems and ECU tuning for the world’s most coveted exotic cars. All of our products are designed and engineered right here in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania by our very skilled and passionate fabricators.
Fabspeed Motorsport FAQ
1- What makes Fabspeed Motorsport's performance parts any better than the factory Porsche, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Maserati, Bentley, etc. factory parts? Why would I change something that the factory has developed and/or perfected?
Automotive manufacturers design their vehicles and subsequent systems to appeal to the broadest range of consumers possible. The fact is, the majority of consumers are not as concerned with maximum performance and sound as they are with the overall package being subtle, refined, and daily-drivable. OEM manufacturers cater to this majority, and they don't necessarily take advantage of every ounce of available power from their already well-designed engines and performance systems. Aftermarket companies such as Fabspeed are able to tap into this additional power by developing new components that are lighter, stronger, and higher-flowing, effectively optimizing the vehicle for discerning enthusiasts who crave the increased power and improved sportier sound.
2- What makes Fabspeed Motorsport's products better than competing aftermarket performance brands?
There are three main advantages to investing in Fabspeed’s performance products: Quality, Performance, and Fit
Fabspeed uses the highest quality materials, such as T304L stainless steel, in the construction and manufacturing of its performance components. This ensures long-lasting durability and reliable, consistent performance. Additionally, all Fabspeed Motorsport parts are backed by a Lifetime Warranty and supported by unrivaled customer service.
Fabspeed develops and tests all of its products in-house via extensive engineering and industry-leading dynamometer testing. Each product is optimized for maximum performance gains, measured in real-world wheel horsepower and torque figures.
Fabspeed Motorsport performance products are designed to be direct bolt-on replacement for the factory OEM components. This results in simple, straight-forward installation and allows for a la carte upgrading of your vehicle. You can choose to install an entire performance package all at once, or upgrade your vehicle one component at a time.
3- Why should I invest in aftermarket Fabspeed Motorsport mufflers?
Upgrading your muffler(s) to high-performance Fabspeed Motorsports muffler(s) is a great way to improve the tone and volume of your vehicle's exhaust, while increasing horsepower and throttle response. Fabspeed’s mufflers are typically higher-flowing than their factory/OEM counterparts and provide for better exhaust tones and a sportier sound. This adds significant enjoyment to the driving experience and gives your vehicle much more presence and character.
4- What is T304L stainless steel and why does Fabspeed use it? Why don’t OEM exhaust systems utilize it?
T304L is an acronym for Type 304 Low-Carbon stainless steel. This is a premium aircraft-grade non-magnetic stainless steel that is exceptionally resistant to rust and corrosion and is very durable (Note- T304L is non-magnetic in the annealed condition but can become slightly magnetic as a result of cold working or welding). T304L stainless steel exhaust systems will not rust and will typically last longer than the vehicle that they're installed on. The OEM manufacturers don't typically use T304L as it is more expensive and difficult to work with during the manufacturing process. OEM manufacturers focus on mass-producing components at the lowest cost possible, in order maximize profits and cut down on required manufacturing time. The lower-grade materials often found in OEM exhaust systems are prone to rust and corrosion, and will often need to be replaced as the vehicle ages. Typically, this happens long after the warranty has expired, at great expense to the owner.
5- What is a cat bypass pipe?
A cat bypass pipe (aka downpipe) is a section of straight-through tubing that installs in place of a catalytic converter. This modification results in much better overall exhaust flow, providing increased power and sound. Bypassing the primary cat is typically only done on off-road and track vehicles, as it will typically trigger a check engine light (CEL) and may not comply with local emissions regulations. However, on cars that have two or more sequenced cats, a secondary cat bypass pipe can be installed with minimal consequence. The secondary cat(s) on most cars is completely redundant, and removing it does not trigger a CEL, but still provides significant power and sound gains.
6- What are headers?
Headers are the first part of the exhaust system that bolt directly onto the engine's cylinder heads. (Headers are also called exhaust manifolds.) Stock headers usually are not very efficient, as the configuration does not allow for the maximum flow of the exhaust gasses. OEM headers are designed to be manufactured at the lowest possible cost, and the primary criteria is not maximum power. Fabspeed Motorsport headers are excellent upgrades, as the optimized contours of the pipes' bends allow the exhaust gasses to flow with the least amount of restriction possible, resulting in maximum power gains. Fabspeed strongly recommends our Sport headers which include HJS catalysts!
7- What is a cold air intake system?
Most vehicles are designed with an air intake that is mounted inside the engine bay, where it is exposed to the heat that is generated by the engine. Horsepower and torque is directly affected by the temperature of the air that is being pulled into the engine, and the colder that air is, the more power the engine will make. For this reason, Fabspeed Motorsport offers cold air intake kits which increase flow and isolate the air intake from excess engine heat, lowering the air temperature and increasing power while the car is in motion. Fabspeed cold air intake kits come with heat shields and upgraded intake components that increase cold airflow flow while saving weight and adding a sportier aesthetic to the vehicle's engine bay.
8- What are sport cats and what are their benefits over OEM catalytic converters?
FabspeedSport Catalyst are high-performance catalytic converters that offer significant performance gains over the OEM catalytic converters, while typically maintaining compliance with emissions regulations and minimizing the triggering of a CEL. Fabspeed offers high-performance sport cats that utilize German-imported HJS 200-cell catalytic converters. These HJS cats have a less restrictive core when compared to most OEM cats (typically 500-700 cells per square inch). This results in much better flow which increases performance. In addition to the performance gains, Fabspeed's sport cats are constructed from higher-quality premium materials which are much more durable and can withstand high horsepower applications and high-performance driving conditions. NOTE: Fabspeed’s 200-cell HJS catalytic converters are not C.A.R.B. certified and are designated for off-road use only in the state of California.
9- Why does Fabspeed use German-imported HJS catalytic converters?
HJS is one of the most well-respected names in catalytic converters. HJS cats are made in Germany and are designed to be durable enough to handle the rigors and abuse of running at top speed on the Autobahn. Fabspeed utilizes HJS cats due to their proven durability and unmatched performance. Competitors will often utilize cheap domestically-made catalytic converters to save money, but premature failure is very common once these cheaper cats are subjected to the abuse of high-horsepower cars and spirited driving. NOTE: Fabspeed’s 200-cell HJS catalytic converters are not C.A.R.B. certified and are designated for off-road use only in the state of California.
10- What are muffler bypass pipes?
A muffler bypass pipe is a straight-through section of tubing that is installed in place of the muffler. This allows the exhaust to flow and exit the vehicle unrestricted, resulting in a very loud and aggressive exhaust sound and significant power gains. Muffler bypass pipes are typically recommended for track and off-road use because of how loud the exhaust becomes, but they are street-legal and some people may choose to use them for street applications where maximum power and sound are the priority.
11- How is Fabspeed able to offer several loudness levels of exhaust systems for the same car?
Fabspeed specifically develops a variety of performance exhaust solutions for each vehicle so that the owner has the ability to tailor the sound to their personal preferences and driving style. The exhaust volume level can be distinctly controlled by varying the design of the muffler(s), the diameter of the tubing, the number of ports in the system, the length and bend radius of the tubing, etc. Each system and component that Fabspeed Motorsport offers will have its own unique effect on the way the vehicle's exhaust will sound. Some companies will advertise various volume levels, but don't always make that distinction clear. In some cases, there may not actually be a difference. Fabspeed makes a point of providing detailed descriptions and demo videos of all products so that owners can feel confident that they are making the right investment.
