{"product_id":"hks-front-pipe-honda-civic-type-r-fl5","title":"HKS, Front Pipe Honda Civic Type R FL5","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlock the Full Potential of the HKS Metal Catalyzer with the New HKS Front Pipe!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen the HKS Metal Catalyzer is installed, the diameter of the factory front pipe becomes a restriction to exhaust flow. To eliminate this bottleneck, HKS has developed a dedicated Front Pipe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned to optimize the connection between the HKS Metal Catalyzer and either the HKS exhaust system or the stock exhaust, this front pipe further reduces exhaust back pressure and maximizes exhaust flow efficiency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn addition to improved performance, the front pipe delivers a sportier exhaust note for a more engaging driving experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufactured using high-quality TIG welding, the pipe features carefully finished flange joints to minimize flow disruptions caused by stepped pipe transitions, while also providing a clean, premium appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePipe Layout\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared with the stock layout, the pipe diameter and bend angles have been optimized for improved exhaust flow.\u003cbr\u003eThrough repeated testing, HKS minimized the number of pipe joints to eliminate even minor steps and restrictions in the exhaust path. The increased pipe diameter further\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ereduces exhaust back pressure, achieving a more efficient exhaust flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePerformance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlow bench testing showed that, when combined with the HKS Metal Catalyzer (hereafter referred to as the “HKS Catalyzer”), the HKS Front Pipe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ereduces exhaust resistance by approximately 5–10%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecompared with the stock front pipe.\u003cbr\u003eWhen combined with the HKS LEGAMAX Sports Muffler (hereafter referred to as “LMS”), exhaust resistance is reduced by up to 23%\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HKS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42895058567253,"sku":"33004-AH003","price":880.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0067\/1449\/0965\/files\/OX05mXhAaS5MwTAuIGZCDmPI34lVwvuWOSQr3ZQM_1.jpg?v=1787288611","url":"https:\/\/www.racedivision.com.au\/products\/hks-front-pipe-honda-civic-type-r-fl5","provider":"Race Division","version":"1.0","type":"link"}