OBX Racing Sports - Volvo C30 Forums and Community

onesicpup · 02-19-2010, 05:04 PM

I am trying to get some feedback on a company called obx racing sports out of California. They seem to have a wide variety of exhaust systems for volvo and I have recently come across a new product for the C30. I have asked some questions regarding the product, and the dyno claims. What I know is that the product is a 2.5" asian made copy of the Heico dual tip. Compared to the almost 1K price of the heico, it may be worth looking into. I am a bit leery of this group since they are using the heico red c30 picture in the online ad and I can't get any backup to the dyno claims. Here is a link to the site, any feedback regarding your experience with this company would be appreciated.http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/OBX-R...item5ad6f34d29

DWright · 02-20-2010, 12:38 AM

That's an awfully cheap price. I'd be leery of that too. I've never had any experience with OBX but I do know they make a boat load of exhaust components for a lot of different makes.

Sikrex23 · 02-20-2010, 11:39 AM

I have a OBX mid pipe for a Honda CRX but never installed it. It's still in the garage. It looks like a well made piece, and I know a couple of others that were running onw with no problems.

I am however a BIG believer in "you get what you pay for".

ronemca · 02-21-2010, 06:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Sikrex23

I am however a BIG believer in "you get what you pay for".

Indeed. It's worth noting that -- despite the lovely, shiny appearance -- all stainless steel is NOT created equal. The price is laughably low to begin with, and let's not forget that they are allowing offers. So they're obviously willing to sell it for closer to $200, and they'll STILL make a profit!!

And -- even setting aside the R&D that has been factored into the cost of the brand name CBE systems -- the price they're asking wouldn't even pay for the material in the brand name systems.

Admittedly the inevitable failure of this component is unlikely to cause any damage to your car, but you'll just have to replace it (or parts of it) prematurely. Honestly - I would run away.

EldRick · 07-25-2010, 12:29 PM

There are a lot of users of OBX headers over at the MINI forum: http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/ Do some searching there.

meeks · 07-28-2010, 08:55 PM

theres a lot of good reviews on swede speed regarding their downpipe also. cant really go wrong with a price like that.

02-19-2010, 05:04 PM	#1
onesicpup C30 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: maryland Posts: 44	OBX Racing Sports I am trying to get some feedback on a company called obx racing sports out of California. They seem to have a wide variety of exhaust systems for volvo and I have recently come across a new product for the C30. I have asked some questions regarding the product, and the dyno claims. What I know is that the product is a 2.5" asian made copy of the Heico dual tip. Compared to the almost 1K price of the heico, it may be worth looking into. I am a bit leery of this group since they are using the heico red c30 picture in the online ad and I can't get any backup to the dyno claims. Here is a link to the site, any feedback regarding your experience with this company would be appreciated.http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/OBX-R...item5ad6f34d29 Attached Images

02-20-2010, 12:38 AM	#2
DWright Dragon Slayer Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Tuscaloosa, AL, USA Posts: 1,909	That's an awfully cheap price. I'd be leery of that too. I've never had any experience with OBX but I do know they make a boat load of exhaust components for a lot of different makes. __________________ Want to Conquer the Dragon with me and a bunch of other C30world forum members? Go to this link and let us know!!!http://www.c30world.com/forums/showthread.php?t=13098

02-20-2010, 11:39 AM	#3
Sikrex23 Happy C30 owner Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Goodyear, Az Posts: 351	I have a OBX mid pipe for a Honda CRX but never installed it. It's still in the garage. It looks like a well made piece, and I know a couple of others that were running onw with no problems. I am however a BIG believer in "you get what you pay for". __________________ Never drive faster than your guardian angel can fly! The best upgrade you can give a car, is to educate the idiot behind the wheel 08 C30 2.0 T5, moon roof, pwr driver seat, xenon lights, aluminum trim, pedals, steering wheel and shift knob inlay, 20% tint, V2 Reflectors, Evolve IP IC CBE SSBL, K&N filter, EST Strut Brace, IPD Tune HD end links RSB & aluminum lock pins w/bezels, VT Trans Mount, Exhaust Depot DP, Custom hotside IC pipe, Koni FSD Struts, Eibach springs, Forge RV

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07-25-2010, 12:29 PM	#5
EldRick C30WORL Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Oregon Posts: 173	There are a lot of users of OBX headers over at the MINI forum: http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/ Do some searching there.

07-28-2010, 08:55 PM	#6
meeks C30 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: orange county, ca Posts: 38	theres a lot of good reviews on swede speed regarding their downpipe also. cant really go wrong with a price like that.