Anyone swap the middle resonator for an X pipe on their V6?

 

Not yet but I am thinking about changing the exhaust system. I hate to say that but current system drones at highway when you are above 1800RPMS.

I am just waiting for aftermarket scene to get used to working on XE's.

 

Spires is supposed to have an X Pipe and exhaust coming out in a few weeks. I plan to try the X Pipe first.

 

Regarding Spires exhausts.... there is a reason why my dealership says that they like my XKR stage 3 still over the Ftype SVR.......

Get it.... you won't regret a spires exhaust.

 

I need to sit and wait for the perfect exhaust setup as I don't want that raspy sound on my XE that so many people actually like. I was happy with my Mina Gallery Exhaust on my XFR but soon as I messed with the resonators or X pipe it went to poop.

I really want to go with an active system like VAREX but I need to measure the stock units and then get a pair of these to have total control.

 

It looks like Quick Silver has one : XE 3.0 SuperCharged - Sport Rear Sections (2016 on) - QuickSilver Exhausts

I think it sounds poor on the F-Type V6 as it is raspy and sounds like a Miata IMHO.

 

Honestly, I do not think it sounds that much more different that the regular exhaust on SC XE. It is definitely louder at lower revs and maybe marginally raspier but does not transform the car nearly as much as I would like.

 

The firing order of the V6 is "balanced" so you won't get any performance gains from an x-pipe (unlike the V8 with it's uneven firing order), it will change the tone of the exhaust on a V6 though.

 

This sounds like the firing order is NOT balanced on the Jags V6?

Like all V8-derived V6s, Jaguar's has a 90-degree angle between its cylinder banks. That works well for a V8, but it's the wrong angle for a six, because it means the engine will fire at uneven intervals, and odd-fire engines run rough and make terrible noises. A V6 will fire at perfectly spaced intervals (read: smoothly) with its banks splayed to 120 degrees, but that's too wide to fit in most cars. Halving that angle keeps the even firing order and, with a couple of crank counterweights, it allows for smooth running. Toyota's ubiquitous 3.5-liter V-6 is a 60, and it's as creamy as they come.

But a 60-degree six negates the economic advantage of basing the engine off an existing V8. So luxury brands tend to stick with the 90-degree architecture and apply various tricks to make it work for a V6. The big one is using split, offset crankpins. These are impossible to fully understand without a physics degree and a stiff drink, but in essence, they slightly offset opposing pistons, forcing them to move in such a way that the engine fires evenly. But these are difficult to engineer and expensive to manufacture. Plus, the 90-degree V6 usually has an engine-driven balance shaft to prevent the whole complicated mess from vibrating itself apart. All of this adds expense, hurts efficiency, and requires royalty payments to Rube Goldberg.

 

Waiting for Spires. I tried the Quciksilver on my V6. Axleback only....it's what they offered. Drone in the cabin was unbearable. Hurt your ears loud at around 125 Hz or so. Took it of 24 hours later.
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You can always add a drone tube to any exhaust if needed.

I just want to make sure I get the right exhaust note for my liking as this motor is a funky design ( V8 with 2 missing cylinders lol)

 

i I just wasn't into the hassle of fitting a proper length J-Pipe or trying X-Pipes etc.
The Quicksilver was a disappointment.

 

I am waiting on Spires as well. I plan to revert back to OEM upon lease return. The Spires will have good resale value.

 

Spires told me that both their stage one and two will be ready in December
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