Fabspeed RACE Supersport 70mm X-Pipe Exhaust System. Porsche 996 Turbo (2000-2005)  ❭  FSPOR996TSSRX

Fabspeed RACE Supersport 70mm X-Pipe Exhaust System, Includes Catbypass.
The Fabspeed Supersport 70mm X-Pipe Exhaust System is a high-performance exhaust upgrade designed for the 2000–2005 Porsche 996 Turbo and Turbo S.

Fits:

Running from the turbocharger outlets through to the exhaust tips, the system replaces restrictive sections of the original exhaust with a freer-flowing 70mm X-pipe configuration. The design is intended to improve exhaust gas flow, reduce restriction and give the 996 Turbo a considerably more aggressive exhaust note.

The Race application configuration using catalyst-bypass pipes with oxygen-sensor locations matching the factory arrangement; this version is intended for off-road or track use only.

Constructed from 14–16 gauge CNC mandrel-bent T304L stainless steel, the system is designed for durability, corrosion resistance and smooth internal exhaust flow. Fabspeed states gains of approximately 32 wheel horsepower and 37 ft-lb of torque, depending on vehicle condition and configuration.

What This Product Does:
The exhaust system carries combustion gases away from the turbochargers and engine while controlling exhaust flow, noise and, where catalytic converters are fitted, emissions.

On a turbocharged engine, excessive exhaust restriction after the turbochargers can work against efficient gas evacuation. The Fabspeed 70mm system uses larger, smoother-flowing pipework and an X-pipe layout to reduce restriction and improve exhaust flow.

Potential benefits include:

• Improved exhaust gas flow
• Reduced post-turbo exhaust restriction
• Increased horsepower and torque
• Sharper engine response
• A deeper and more aggressive exhaust sound
• Reduced weight compared with the factory system
• Improved durability through stainless-steel construction

The Supersport system is positioned between Fabspeed's quieter Maxflo system and its louder Muffler Bypass system, providing a more aggressive exhaust character without being its most extreme exhaust option.

Symptoms Of Wear Or Failure:
The original exhaust system on a 996 Turbo is now potentially more than two decades old, and heat cycles, condensation, road salt and vibration can gradually deteriorate exhaust components.

Common symptoms that may indicate exhaust deterioration include:

• Rust or corrosion on exhaust pipes and silencers
• Cracks around welds, joints or mounting points
• Exhaust gas leaks
• A blowing, ticking or hissing sound
• Increased or unusual exhaust noise
• Rattling from loose internal components or heat shields
• Exhaust fumes around the rear of the vehicle
• Reduced engine performance or throttle response
• Increased turbo lag where exhaust restriction becomes excessive
• Visible damage or deformation to exhaust pipework
• Failed or deteriorating catalytic converters
• Check Engine Light associated with catalyst efficiency or oxygen-sensor faults
• Sulphur or unusual exhaust smells
• Restricted exhaust flow caused by a damaged or partially blocked catalytic converter

Catalytic converters can deteriorate internally with age and repeated heat cycling. A damaged catalyst substrate may break apart, rattle or restrict exhaust flow, potentially reducing performance.

Why Replacement / Upgrading Matters:

• A damaged or heavily deteriorated exhaust system can affect more than sound and appearance. Exhaust leaks can allow gases to escape before reaching the intended outlets, while damaged or restricted catalytic converters can interfere with exhaust flow and reduce engine performance.
• This is particularly important on a turbocharged Porsche 996, where efficient exhaust flow downstream of the turbochargers plays an important role in overall engine and turbocharger performance.
• Replacing an ageing or restrictive exhaust system can help restore secure, leak-free exhaust operation while improving flow and durability. For owners seeking a performance upgrade, the Fabspeed Supersport system also provides larger-diameter pipework and a freer-flowing X-pipe configuration designed to take greater advantage of the 996 Turbo's performance potential.
• The stainless-steel construction also offers improved resistance to corrosion compared with an ageing original exhaust, making the system suitable both as a replacement for deteriorated components and as a performance-oriented upgrade.

Key Features:

• Fits Porsche 996 Turbo and Turbo S models from 2000–2005
• 70mm Supersport X-pipe exhaust design
• Runs from the turbo outlets to the exhaust tips
• Race version available with catalyst-bypass pipes for off-road/track use 
• Claimed increase of approximately 32 whp and 37 ft-lb of torque
• 14–16 gauge CNC mandrel-bent T304L stainless-steel construction
• Designed to improve exhaust flow and sound
• Direct bolt-on installation
• More aggressive sound than Fabspeed's Maxflo system

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