[houston_maserati_guy]

Tubi Install

I am considering getting Tubi muffler & tips for my 02 Spyder GT. Before I make my purchase decision, I wonder how big of an installation job it may be. Does anyone know how many hours it would take a typical shop to do it? Also, will my existing exhaust be retained in working condition (in case I want to put it back on), or will it require the old parts to be cut off?

I appreciate any help you can provide. Thanks!

 

[houston_maserati_guy]

No Tubi at Houston Maserati

Strange. I went to Ferrari Maserati of Houston today and they informed me that the are not allowed to install Tubi exhaust - per Ferrari Maserati headquarters. Not sure why. But they guy did say that a Tubi muffler and tips will give 20 - 25 more hp. Hard to believe. Is this true? Also, he mentioned something about a computer upgrade is needed during Tubi install. Is that true?

Thanks for your help!

 

[houston_maserati_guy]

Local Houston shop for ECM Tuning

Thank you! Does anyone know any shops in Houston that are capable of doing ECM tuning to improve air flow? Do I bring it somewhere to get the computer flashed or are there other options? Thanks for your help.......

 

[houston_maserati_guy]

Exhaust Mods

So I talked to a local sports car repair shop regarding Tubi cat back for my 02 Spyder GT. He said he can do it but expressed that he can deliver a throaty (comparable to Tubi) sound and get some extra horsepower by simply modifying my existing exhaust. He does it all the time for Aston Martins, Porsches, etc. While he regularly works on Maserati Spyders & Coupes, he hasn't done an exhaust mod yet but said it would be simple to try a few things (e.g. gut muffler, alter resonator, etc.) and see what we get.

Does anyone here have experience with doing this? Think it is a good move? Also, he mentioned GAIC download that can increase airflow & horsepower but he's not sure if it is available for Maserati. Anyone know? Also, he said he'd look at air filter and see how restrictive - maybe there's some added horsepower there..........

Appreciate your thoughts!

 

[houston_maserati_guy]

I agree and am reluctant to have someone 'try' things on my Maserati. The shop is called Sports Car Repair and is located on Star Lane just off Chimney Rock in Houston. Owner is good friend of a friend. I contacted him to buy a Tubi system which he could certainly get me but said I should first see what he can do with my current exhaust system to save loads of cash. He said he does these exhaust mods all the time for Porsche, Aston Martin and BMW but hasn't done an exhaust mod on Maserati yet so will need to take a look. He does regularly service Maserati and actually had a Spyder and a Coupe in his bays yesterday so he is very familiar with the cars. I may have him take a look but I have to tell you that I am leaning towards Tubi muffler & tips just to be safe.......

 

[houston_maserati_guy]

Thanks. That was actually the first suggestion of the shop but I was concerned that it might be too loud. Ron, I would appreciate if you could send a sound clip if you have one. Also, curious to hear your thoughts on the sound with straightpipe versus original exhaust versus a Tubi system.

Thanks!

 

[houston_maserati_guy]

Straight Pipe Versus Tubi Muffler & Tips?

Interesting, your experience is that a Tubi is louder than straightpipes? I would have thought the opposite. Ron, do you have a sound clip of your straightpipe? I may have the shop remove muffler, keep resonator and put on straightpipes this weekend. I figure, I might as well try. If I don't like it, I can always proceed with the Tubi purchase or worst case put the muffler back on.........

 

[houston_maserati_guy]

Straightpipe....

Well, I took my 02 Maserati Spyder GT to Sports Car Repair in Houston for some exhaust mods. I originally contacted them to install a Tubi system but he wanted me to first see what some mods could do using my current equipment. First, we tried to open the mufflers and remove baffles. Removing the baffles didn't create any additional noise so I went to plan B. Next we removed the mufflers and put on straightpipes. My original concern was that it would be too loud and sound too raw but luckily the resonator keeps things sounding good. I am pleasantly surprised and satisfied with the results. Sounds deeper during idle, isn't very loud at cruising and gives it a bit more throaty sound when I get on it. Still can hear the engine as sound is not overpowered by exhaust. Definitely not as loud as Tubi or Larini but am I pleased with the results. Plus, given the current economic conditions, I was happy to save a few thousand $ going with this option......

 

[houston_maserati_guy]

Sure thing. I will make a video clip of my Spyder with straightpipes and post here sometime soon!