Power Pages - Honda Fit

Pros

The Skunk2 racing cat-back exhaust system is constructed with 60mm (2.36 inch) T-304 stainless steel mandrel-bent tubing to ensure maximum flow over the factory unit. Designed as a true cat-back exhaust system for the Honda Fit, the Skunk2 system seemed to be the logical choice, as we found the competitor's version only offering an axle-back, bolt-on exhaust unit. Quality features found on the Skunk2 exhaust system are the single 110mm diameter polished tip with acid-etched Skunk2 Mega Power badge and serialized nameplate. Using a fully polished muffler and resonator with semi-finished satin tubing, this exhaust system also comes with a removable silencer. Also available is a 50mm setup while the 60mm system was designed for modified motors that include forced induction.

Cons

While installation of the new exhaust was a simple procedure, the removal of the factory exhaust required us to spray the rubber exhaust bushings with plenty of grease to finagle the hangers loose. Receiving some assistance when removing the exhaust is always helpful.

Parts

Exhaust, exhaust flange, B-pipe, nuts and bolts, stickers, instructions and brackets

Tools

12- and 14mm combination wrench, 12- and 14mm socket, ratchet, extension and wobble socket

Installation Time

60 minutes

Notes

Knowing Skunk2 had two exhaust systems available for the Honda Fit; we opted to go with the 60mm unit knowing we would be installing additional parts on the vehicle later on. As expected, there wasn't much of a change in terms of horsepower increase within the 2000 to 4000rpm rpm range but did notice a pickup of anywhere from 2 to 4hp at the higher rpms. Obviously the high flow exhaust system was beneficial in reducing exhaust backpressure while increasing ponies.