O downpipe it replaces the first pipe that comes out after the turbocharger, it is used to remove the restriction that the catalyst imposes. By reducing the restriction, we speed up one of the engine's operating cycles, bringing more power.
Installing this product may change the sound of the vehicle and may generate more power. The downpipe provides a greater flow of gas flow, increasing the rotation of the turbine and thus generating more power for the car.
With a high level of finishing, the STK downpipe It is made entirely of AISI 304 STEEL, including connectors and flanges. Unlike some companies that make pipes in stainless steel but connectors and flanges in SAE 1020 or 1045 Steel. This stainless steel alloy we use, 304, is much more durable than other alloys, such as alloy 430.
AISI 304 STEEL does not oxidize, does not corrode and is not magnetic. Throughout the manufacturing process, we are concerned with increasing the quality and durability of the weld and the entire part. We use a flexible one in our downpipes to reduce the vibration transmitted to the assembly, in other words, it is another factor that contributes to increasing the durability of the part.
Another great differentiator of this exclusive product Strike Brasil is that the installation is PLUG&PLAY, making the work easier when applying. Its curves, made with pipe cutting, are not bent (greater flow).
Advantages of installing the downpipe
When you install a downpipe in your car, you are getting a less restrictive duct, and this has some advantages.
- Duct with new design
- Better quality connection
- Lighter material
- Better thermal conductivity.
An original catalyst weighs around 8 kilos while an STK downpipe weighs an average of 2,7 kg, that is, much lighter.
Do I need to do Electronic Injection Reprogramming (remap)?
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Regarding whether you need to do a remap when installing a downpipe, in some cases it may be recommended and necessary, in others it may not. In some cases, simply exchanging the original part for the Downpipe will cause the vehicle to go into protection and activate the CHECK LIGHT on dashboard.
This light is just an indicative signal, to say that probe 2 is detecting that the catalyst is no longer efficient (in this case, your car no longer has a catalytic converter and probe 2, which takes this reading, cannot identify this).
The entire network Strike Brasil We have specialist technical support who will provide information on whether your vehicle is suitable for remap along with the replacement of the part.
Interested in knowing if we have the downpipe for your car? Access our shop online and check out more details on all downpipes manufactured and sold by Strike Brasil. For questions and suggestions, talk to our experts via WhatsApp.
