SCART Exhaust – Racing Pre-Muffler + Riva Super Sound Silencer

[Scotty2H]

I thought I’d put this together given how difficult finding information proved for myself with respect to SCART products.

I purchased my 1988 Carrera 3.2 last summer. It’s been a joy so far and owing in large to the bad influence of these forums, I have a long list of things I want to change to make it mine. One of the things near the top of that list was an exhaust as I felt the sound from the stock was lacking.

Obligatory car shot



I spent the winter researching the huge number of offerings in the aftermarket. My first priority was sound as while an extra few ponies would be welcome, I thought the noise would be more enjoyable on a daily basis. I found a heaps of videos / sound clips to my liking but kept coming back to a SCART video I found of a 3.2. Frustratingly, I could hardly find any information on this company. Based in France, their primary customer base was not really active in our forums. I saw Pelican started to sell SCART but there was not much to go on.

http://scart.com/en/home

I waffled back and forth, tried to find a local Customer so I could hear the unit in person, and finally, after some email exchanges with Martin Scart himself, decided to be the brave first owner of his exhaust in Canada. Not hard, as Martin seemed genuinely interested in my satisfaction with the product. I ended up ordering the Racing pre-muffler and Riva super sound muffler.

http://scart.com/en/porsche/911-3-2l-1984-1989/pre-muffler-2-in-1-super-sound/91-110

http://scart.com/en/porsche/911-3-2l-1984-1989/muffler-for-911-3-2l-super-sound-riva-style-best-seller/95-110

Less than one week later I came home to a big box on my front porch. I decided that since there is so little information here I would document the unboxing, product, install and of course, the new sound. Hopefully it helps anyone on the fence in future.

The box faired pretty well given its voyage.



Some Euro packaging material. Fun…not bubble wrap fun, but the cat liked it.





Packing slip and obligatory sticker.



The Riva Super Sound muffler. I didn’t think it was going to be polished from the pictures but it works. I would have probably spec’d the raw finish had there been a choice, but I didn’t ask and it’s under the car.



Number plate on the muffler.



Flange; welds look good but I know nothing of welding so I’ll let those who do make the call.



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[Scotty2H]

More welds.



Just the tip.



More tip; you can see the polished surface is a little rough on the transition to interior surface.



Mounting hardware / fittings.



Nice detail for those who store their car on a lift.



The Racing Pre-muffler.



Its number plate.



Flange and welds.



More flange and welds.



Overall, quite pleased with the product so far. Not much to compare to save my previous Honda / Acura products. Surely more pleased than I will be with the 29 year old bolts holding the current exhaust in place…

I'll be doing the install this weekend. :rockon:

[metalracer]

I've seen Scart's products first hand and they're very well made, yours look to be no exception! Sorry, I don't have any direct use experience but I think you'll be pleased.

[911 sc]

Wow expensive $$ test pipe looks nice though. Post a video when installed.

[bkreigsr]

Tell us how the holes matched up. Any strong arm or trimming involved?
Bill K

[MrRoboto]

I too have been pouring over video clips comparing Scart, M&K, Monty and Dansk. From those I have heard, Scart is closest to the sound I want the 3.2 to project. When I first saw the videos of the 3.2, I wondered why the guy kept talking while driving. Then I realized he was demonstrating how quiet it was a cruising speed. I am very interested in hearing your results regarding:

How loud is it at idle, cruise and acceleration?
The resonance I hear at certain rpms is very appealing (has a bit of the resonance of the 917s in LeMans, the movie) but do you think it is annoying from the cockpit?
How was the installation process?

If you can, I'm sure many of us would like to hear some recordings.


Thank you for sharing.

[911zaz]

I purchased my scart exhaust a year and a half ago. Martin is a real nice guy, he offered to help put it on but my car wasn't ready at the time. I believe he has a location in Southern California now too. Long story short I finally put it on a couple of weeks ago and I love the sound. I still have the stock catalytic, but I might swap for a cat delete. I don't know how to post a video here.

[Scotty2H]

I'll post some videos as soon as I can. Install was delayed by some very difficult rusty bolts on the pre-muffler. Need to get some heat and/or cutting involved. Should be on in the week ahead.

911zaz, I generally upload to youtube and post the link.

[Scotty2H]

Finally have the exhaust installed. Had a very difficult time removing the old components but I suppose 29 years and 190,000 km makes for a tough nut to crack. I finally had to break down and take it to a local shop. I’m between garages and it’s not easy working in the dirt!

Talked about the install with the owner; he said it went smooth. He was quite complimentary of the build quality and thankful for the slotted holes in the muffler flange. He mentioned most do not have this feature and he wrestles a lot to get them fitted properly.

I need to play with the centering of the exhaust and the height right to left. The shop squeezed me in short notice and didn’t have time to fiddle about. After poking around I’m quite sure I’ll get it perfect.

I’ve put about 100 km on it now and all I can say is WOW! A ton of character. Idle is burbley with little barks here and there. That sound continues at low revs but when you get on it she changes tune, more high pitched with little rasps in the 3800-4200 rpm range. It’s loud but there is a sweet spot under light throttle at regular driving speeds where normal conversation is easy. Wife even agreed! Also, it’s heaven in a tunnel; very 70’s Lemans racecar. Love it.

Haven’t had time to take much video, just a quick startup. Will post more in the coming days.

Anyone local wants to hear just drop me a line; videos don’t do it justice.

Need to play with alignment a little:


Lots more room underneath:


Snug as a bug:


Slotted holes make it easy:


Sorry for the tease:
https://youtu.be/0K7-nQJqxNM

[shawn908]

Thanks for the great write up on the SCART - photos and descriptions are clear and informative. Sounds so good. Saving my shekels for the same set up.
I also like the Bisimoto - but rasp on the SCART is magnetic - and I think Bisimoto may not be as friendly to Sunday cruise with my CFO...(however at AX, desired).

WOT video??
Again - thanks for great thread.



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[Scotty2H]

I've been playing around with my mic trying to find a position that protects it from the wind and gives a good picture of the sound. No luck so far. This is still the best video f or the sound I've seen:

https://youtu.be/IyDII1csE_E

Now that i've heard the exhaust in person I can say it's accurate.