Hello again. I have been trying to keep up with this ever-changing market. There are plenty of downpipes to choose from (Shark/Tork/Scorpion/RPM Performance/AFE/SXTH). But, which is the most well-rounded? From engineering, construction, hardware, performance, and does it throw codes? Personally, Im looking for a: bolt-on (heat shield retention), well-constructed, high-performance downpipe - with no codes. I am not going to tune any time soon, as i wish to keep my warranty intact. I am clear about the work-around with j-bends. I would prefer to not have to do that, if possible.
Shark: 2019+ Veloster N Performance Downpipe
Extremely well constructed. I have purchased a header from them before, and was not disappointed. Seems like a good choice.
Shark quote: The catted downpipe may trigger a CEL, while the de-catted downpipe definitely will trigger a CEL. You must use a tune to eliminate the CEL.
Tork: Hyundai 2.0 Turbo N Downpipe
Scorpion: Scorpion Hyundai i30N De-cat Downpipe - i30N Performance - Exhausts - Scorpion - Pumaspeed Milltek Ford Performance Tuning Milltek Sport Exhaust Ford Fiesta Focus ST RS Parts Specialist
RPM Performance: Hyundai I30N / Veloster N / Kona N 200cel Sports Cat Downpipe | RPM PERFORMANCE
RPM Performance quote: No EML/CEL.
AFE: https://afepower.com/afe-power-48-37005-hc-twisted-steel-down-pipe-street-series
This is a fine piece, here. Hard to argue with the form of this one. However, beware: https://n-cars.net/forums/threads/veloster-n-aftermarket-exhaust.2345/page-5
AFE quote: 'There is a chance that the downpipe may trigger a CEL. It is normal to get a PO420 or PO430 code with the downpipe. In order to get rid of the code you will need to have the vehicle tuned'.
'Unfortunately, part # 48-37005-HC is no longer an item we manufacture and currently have no replacement'.
SXTH: Veloster N Downpipe
Sublime engineering, precise construction, and almost no chance of a CEL.
SXTH quote: 'Our catted units don’t throw a code 99% of the time. I don’t recall anyone contacting us about that happening to them, although I can’t 100% guarantee that for you'.
Its been over 2 years now since the 1st downpipes started hitting the market, I figured it was a good time to gauge the lead dogs again. The SXTH seems like the obvious choice. I'm happy to be all wrong. Delighted as well, if I actually chose correctly. Thank you.
Shark: 2019+ Veloster N Performance Downpipe
Extremely well constructed. I have purchased a header from them before, and was not disappointed. Seems like a good choice.
Shark quote: The catted downpipe may trigger a CEL, while the de-catted downpipe definitely will trigger a CEL. You must use a tune to eliminate the CEL.
Tork: Hyundai 2.0 Turbo N Downpipe
Scorpion: Scorpion Hyundai i30N De-cat Downpipe - i30N Performance - Exhausts - Scorpion - Pumaspeed Milltek Ford Performance Tuning Milltek Sport Exhaust Ford Fiesta Focus ST RS Parts Specialist
RPM Performance: Hyundai I30N / Veloster N / Kona N 200cel Sports Cat Downpipe | RPM PERFORMANCE
RPM Performance quote: No EML/CEL.
AFE: https://afepower.com/afe-power-48-37005-hc-twisted-steel-down-pipe-street-series
This is a fine piece, here. Hard to argue with the form of this one. However, beware: https://n-cars.net/forums/threads/veloster-n-aftermarket-exhaust.2345/page-5
AFE quote: 'There is a chance that the downpipe may trigger a CEL. It is normal to get a PO420 or PO430 code with the downpipe. In order to get rid of the code you will need to have the vehicle tuned'.
'Unfortunately, part # 48-37005-HC is no longer an item we manufacture and currently have no replacement'.
SXTH: Veloster N Downpipe
Sublime engineering, precise construction, and almost no chance of a CEL.
SXTH quote: 'Our catted units don’t throw a code 99% of the time. I don’t recall anyone contacting us about that happening to them, although I can’t 100% guarantee that for you'.
Its been over 2 years now since the 1st downpipes started hitting the market, I figured it was a good time to gauge the lead dogs again. The SXTH seems like the obvious choice. I'm happy to be all wrong. Delighted as well, if I actually chose correctly. Thank you.