Porsche 991.2 Carrera (with PSE) SOUL Trackback Turbo Back Exhaust
Unleash the ultimate sound of the 3.0L turbocharged flat-six with a straight dual 3″ system from the turbos back. The lightest and loudest, simplest and most effective solution for track day enthusiasts, or drivers craving a performance-focused motorsports experience from the turn of the key.
DETAILS
+ Fits all Porsche 991.2 Carrera vehicles with Porsche Sport Exhaust / PSE (2017-2019)
+ Max gains of 17 whp and 14 lb-ft of torque at 6,500 RPM as tested on a 2017 Carrera 4S
+ Direct bolt-on installation (instructions included)
+ Weighs 27 lbs / 12.2 kg less than factory exhaust components (39 lbs vs 12 lbs)
+ Retains use of factory turbo heat shields
+ All SOUL Performance Products exhaust components are backed by a renowned Lifetime Warranty for both street and track use
NOTE: This is our lightest, loudest exhaust available for the 991.2, and drivers should expect and prepare for a significant sound presence in all driving conditions. It’s not for the faint of heart!
DEVELOPMENT AND TESTING: The 991.2 Carrera models are hampered by a natural set of mufflers in the form of turbochargers. Performance and efficiency take the front seat, but the distinct sound of a 911 is left to memory, or reserved for the brand’s elite GT models. We insisted that we could reinvigorate this platform with a radically simple straight-through design that maximizes EVERYTHING: sound, performance, weight, and sheer excitement. 3” mandrel-bent tubing right out of the turbos through the tips ensures nothing is holding back the 991.2 Carrera potential, and the results show it. Independent testing at AWE Tuning’s facility delivered gains of 17 whp and 14 lb-ft of torque at 6,500 RPM, as tested on a 2017 Carrera 4S with no other mods. Even more significant gains can be extracted with software. We experienced no Check Engine Lights during testing, but we do not guarantee the same for every individual car.
CONSTRUCTION: Each exhaust is assembled out of thick wall .065″ T304L stainless steel and 321 stainless for the tips and rigorously quality checked in-house. Smooth mandrel bends and thick flanges precision cut by a waterjet ensure product longevity. It was also important that we retain use of the factory heat shields as to not heat soak the components around the turbos.
BOLT ON AND GO: Each exhaust is tested in a fixture to ensure perfect fitment then foam packed to arrive in perfect condition. Hardware and thorough installation instructions are included in the box for a straightforward install that can be performed by most DIY enthusiasts.
LIFETIME WARRANTY: Enjoy your SOUL exhaust components with confidence on both the street and track as they are covered by our Lifetime Warranty! Our team will quickly work with you to resolve any issues that you may have.
NOTE
+ This product is not CARB certified and may not be legal for use on emissions controlled vehicles; intended for off road / competition use only due to removal of factory catalytic converters
Availability & estimated lead time
Special-order notice: Most SOUL Performance Products components are built or finished to order. Estimated lead times vary by configuration and production schedule, are estimates only, and are not guaranteed. Contact EuroCustomsPR before ordering if timing is critical.
Currently running the Soul Trackback with high flow cats and low it.
My neighbors don't love it.
But I don't care.
My wife loves it and says it sounds like a proper car now.
Originally published on SOUL Performance Products.
I've got a 2019 911 Carerra T configured nearly as lightweight as they could be ordered from the factory. My modification philosophy has been to remove weight rather than add power as, frankly, less weight is more fun than more power on the street. I've added an Antigravity battery, Essex/AP Racing brakes, and headers to reduce weight further. Exhaust after the turbos was my next planned mod, mostly as I wanted to take weight out of the tail of the car before track season.
The Soul Trackback exhaust is the lightest setup I could find as it deletes the entire muffler. I wanted to retain catalytic converters, so I got the setup as seen above. By "as seen above," I mean the exact hardware in that picture is current hanging under my car! Soul says the catless version drops 27lbs over stock, and I bet this one drops ~22lbs or so. I don't daily the car and really only use it for weekend fun and track days, so I'm willing to compromise and accept some drone.
Removing the stock exhaust isn't hard, but the stock cats and muffler are heavy and cumbersome. A second pair of hands or a jack help a lot. Also, I suggest removing the rear fender liners to get easy access to some tough-to-reach heat shield bolts. Install is a piece of cake. I did use new gaskets though Soul said the stock ones can be reused. I used the stock flanged nut on the stock turbo stud but used the Soul-provided bolts, nuts, and washers on the other 6 holes. The bracket that holds the stock muffler is used to holds the L-shaped pipes, and I did bend both sides of the bracket slightly so that the L-shape part coupled with the cat part without having to push parts into place.
How's it sound? ROWDY. For some reason it's louder Normal and Sport than in Sport+. I typically use rev-matching on the track, and I don't like the synthetic burbles, so I'll likely keep the car in Sport+ most of the time. I have no CELs so it seems the cats are doing their job.
The test conditions are terrible as we’ve got howling winds today and I’m using an iPhone in the cupholder . At top speed, I’ve got wind buffeting at an airspeed of about 130mph-140mph which completely drowns out the exhaust, but you can really hear it rip in 1st and 2nd:
It absolutely SINGS at 7000rpm. There are definitely more awesome turbo sounds at lower RPM as well. Does it drone? A little bit, as expected, but really only around 2000 +/- a few hundred RPM. At 65mph I heard as much road noise as wind noise as exhaust noise. There was no drone in 7th gear at 65mph, but wonder if I'll hear it at a more-realistic 75-85mph. More testing to come.
I'm very happy with this setup and look forward to tracking the hell out of it this season.
Originally published on SOUL Performance Products.