I'm thinking about having the resonator cut out of the R53, even went so far as to get with the local muffler shop today to explain what was needed and get a price. They are saying $60 bucks which I am fine with. My question revolves around once its done, it will be a chore to go back to stock. Have any of you done the One Ball Mod and regret getting it done? I know it makes the car a little louder, I just don't want there to be a drone while on the interstate at 75 MPH or something like that. I do like the thoughts of the exhaust not having to make the pass through the resonator before getting to the muffler. I also have to admit that I like the deeper sound and more popping and spitting that I witnessed via YouTube. I think it sounds more like the car looks.

Thanks for any feedback you share.

 

It's just a slightly deeper tone and more popcorn, never noticed any drone. When I did mine, it was mainly because the resonator was rotted and about to split in half, but it's a great mod to get a bit more sound without being annoying.

 

one ball is the safest loud mod. for most its not enough sound. there will be no drone

 

i found it too quiet

 

It hardly makes the car louder. I'd say it's a little raspier than stock. Once you've done the mod, you're not going back to stock with that exhaust system: it'd be too much work.

 

I regret it because the 40 bucks I spent I would rather have put towards a cat back exhaust. I didn't notice much difference to be honest with you.

 

Thanks for the feedback. I've got it scheduled for tomorrow and I believe I will go through with it. I think I was just worried about a drone since my wife drives it from time to time. I love the extra sound and look forward to it.

 

 

If you regret it I will have a virgin exhaust I'd trade you for your one ball