Project G37S: Still searching for a Y-pipe...

An individual modifying with JDM parts must possess and maintain a certain special composure and a unique, patient fortitude.

As I anxiously await the aero components ordered roughly two months ago to arrive stateside, I have been attempting to get my exhaust system completed. The Amuse R-Titan system is now connected to a decent-quality custom y-pipe, the stock catalytic converters, and the stock headers. I was expecting a Tanabe Y-pipe to arrive alongside the Amuse, but, through uncertain error, I received the wrong pipe. (I ended up selling this pipe to a fellow enthusiast. He is quite happy with his new mid-pipe.)

Still without a Y-pipe, however, I have been trying to assess my options and track down the best pipe available for my application. With limited options, I got to thinking back to my Z33 days. I recall with fondness the quality of my JIC Magic Y-pipe. I knew that JIC had made a pipe for the G37 at one point, but I had heard it was discontinued some time ago. With nothing to lose, I e-mailed JIC to see if there was any way to get my hands on one of these pipes. The sad and disheartening response I received is posted below.

Hi

Item is discontinue...

we do not export anymore problem is US$ is cheap now. anything we import from Japan

we don't make money anymore and china product is so cheap.

we are going to production all coilover in USA.

Thanks

JIC Sales

Thus, I am still searching for a Y-pipe to mate with my Amuse exhaust system and MXP double-resonated test pipes. In the meantime, however, I can admire the quality welds of my JIC Z33 y-pipe.