Just ordered my TK ABE

[milo]

Awesome!!!!

how long to install?

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Here it is boys, got mine in today. Install was a snap. Sounds great!


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[RayT2]

It's coming from Connecticut. I had to wait for the shipment to get to them first.

On it's way to me today......woohoo it's been a long wait. Should have it tomorrow or Black Friday. will be installed Saturday if that's the case.

On a side note, I spoke with Jesse regarding the "doubters".
During the early R & D they had removed the piping from cat back ie: 2nd cat & resonator in first design, dyno'd and noted the H.P. Then designed the ABE and found increase in H.P. They didn't give the numbers for first version just stated they had better numbers with the ABE over the 2nd cat/resonator delete design. So you either believe or don't. You get a CAI & ABE for $598.98 with dyno proven stats, I think this is a really good price for the performance mod. H.P. increase over stock set-up.
Once the code breakers decipher the mapping etc. and make a performance "chip" then more possibilities will open up.

[Waltv]

Awesome!!!!

how long to install?

Only look less than an hour. I sprayed the existing bolts with some wd-40 a couple days before doing the work so the bolts came off pretty easy. 19mm and 13mm wrenches are all you need. Have fun!


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[Jan280]

^Did you have your tk intake installed already too?How does it feel or sound?

[BlackVelo]

I got the intake, and the intake sounds AMAZING...Thats why im wondering if its that much of a sound difference cause ik the intake sounds pretty sick already, and ik that the video was on RayT's velo which has the intake also.

[Waltv]

^Did you have your tk intake installed already too?How does it feel or sound?

I installed the CAI a couple months ago, I was very pleased with the performance improvement and was pleasantly surprised with the grown from the engine bay. After installing the ABE, I absolutely love the combination of the sounds, nice growl all around, not too loud. Performance wise, I only noticed a slight improvement with the ABE. The biggest improvement for me was getting rid of the lag when shifting from 1st to 2nd. That drove me crazy. The lag is pretty much gone, the CAI helped but after putting on the exhaust, it is much improved!


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[Waltv]

I got the intake, and the intake sounds AMAZING...Thats why im wondering if its that much of a sound difference cause ik the intake sounds pretty sick already, and ik that the video was on RayT's velo which has the intake also.

I thought the same thing, I was torn if I should spend the extra money. So far, I am glad I did. The thing that's nice about the exhaust is that it compliments the intake. When you don't get the sound from the intake, the exhaust takes over. The two together are not obnoxious, I am 46 years old, I did not want a fart can sound and TK delivered! They got it right.


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[MTD]

TK making parts for the normal V but not the Turbo? Does anyone see the irony in that.

[GreyGhost12]

TK making parts for the normal V but not the Turbo? Does anyone see the irony in that.

Ironic? Yes. But if we follow the vehicular production schedules we see why...

[p8ntballah21]

by the way, I did not see the pic come thru on my work computer Milo (damn big brother blocking content). That is actually my car (Marathon Blue) on the dyno & doing the sound effects demo for the non believers. Not sure who the White V belonged to. This was done wayyyyyy back in April of this year.
Sweeeeeeeet !

The white V is mine. They used my car to fit the prototype after they did the first fit on your car. I have had the exhaust since Aug and its great. I have the intake as well. It sounds a lot better in person than in the video IMO. You guys wont be disapointed.

[MTD]

Ironic? Yes. But if we follow the vehicular production schedules we see why...

Yeah, just being a smart arse. The cars are very similar so I'm sure their Turbo parts are sure to follow. I do like the fact that they are actually dynoing and trying different things instead of slapping parts together and calling it a day.

[RayT2]

Yeah, just being a smart arse. The cars are very similar so I'm sure their Turbo parts are sure to follow. I do like the fact that they are actually dynoing and trying different things instead of slapping parts together and calling it a day.

M..... I think the Turbo aftermarket is where their gonna shine because that is their specialty. Stay tuned for the upgrade on VT. As I've witnessed they don't rush things either but are meticulous with how they design & test at TK. I know they were looking for a VT for developement but not sure if someone came thru or not.

FedEx will be dropping off my ABE today (driver actually called to verify someone would be home since signature is required), I know what I'll being doing tonight after dinner...........

[GreyGhost12]

Yeah, just being a smart arse.

Oh I know! Better to be a sm@rt @$$ instead of a dumb @$$!

Ray, if it were me, dinner/dessert would be on hold until I got that thing on! End of discussion! Whassa matta? You gettin' old? Dinner can wait! HiPo car parts CAN'T!!

[RayT2]

Oh I know! Better to be a sm@rt @$$ instead of a dumb @$$!

Ray, if it were me, dinner/dessert would be on hold until I got that thing on! End of discussion! Whassa matta? You gettin' old? Dinner can wait! HiPo car parts CAN'T!!

Great minds think alike.....took the truck to work to pick up load of firewood alonside the roadway (aftermath from Hurricane Sandy) got home and the package was waitng. Got out the ramps 45 minutes later the install was complete then sat down for dinner.......
Life is Good !

You All Have a Happy Thansgiving whomever you spend it with, family, friends, Veloster..................

[milo]

I get mine today I guess I will take plenty of pics for a DIY unless you guys have one already.

[BlackVelo]

Just got off the phone with Jesse @ Turbokits and order my exhuast. An hour later i got an email saying it was shipped, should be here tomorrow or wednesday. Great Service!!!


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[RayT2]

Thanks TK for quality upgrade performance parts, I'm hooked up now............

For Sale: Used Factory Cold Air Induction Unit & Factory Axle Back Muffler Unit .......never go'in back !

[milo]

Just installed it. very easy. 2 bolts lol. I will still make a DIY even though its easy.

I love how its not too loud yet I can feel that there IS a little bit more power. Accelerator feels a lot easier. Until of course I turn the clutch switch back on.

[BlackVelo]

i went to shops for shits and giggles, all quoted $180-$200


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[milo]

i went to shops for shits and giggles, all quoted $180-$200

For a custom ABE or to install?