matrix air intake and exhaust system?

[shadowmatrix21]

Hi i have a 09 toyota matrix s. And i am looking to modify it a little. I want to put in a new air intake, what would be better? CAI or SRI? and what company?
Also I wasnt to put in a new exhaust system and I am having trouble finding compatable exhaust systems for the 09 matrix s. the only one i have found is a magnaflow cat-back system. Are there any other ones? Or do I have to get a custom made one? and if so how do I go about doing that?

Also is it true that the 08 Scion xb have the same engine? if so would it be ok to get a air intake for that car and use it for the matrix?

Thanks

[milkyway]

K&N 69 series CAI is the choice.
I have heard there is not much benefit from SRI for normal drive (unless you race), but the engine sound.

[shadowmatrix21]

well the only problem with the K&N CAI is that it is CARB expemt in California. so i can't really get that one.

[milkyway]

[shadowmatrix21]

I know thats exactly how i feel. Do you know anything about a good aftermarket exhaust system for the Matrix?

[milkyway]

Magnaflow

[Gumby1800]

http://www.hottexhaust.com/detail.asp?PRODUCT_ID=16849

Check this link out. I've dealt with these folks before for other vehicles and it's hard to beat the price.

The link shows a photo, but it appears to be of the previous generation with left side exhaust outlet.

[obtheone]

For that price you might as well get a custom exhaust done. I got mine for 350. But I did know these guys. Probably saved me 100. Still would have been cheaper than the magnaflow.

[thestone11]

I am a corolla guy.....but I do have the 09 S with the 1.8 engine. My area has really bad winter with tons of snow and pot holes, that's the reason I went with Short Ram Intake. I am running weapon r intake with a magnaflow muffler on mine. Here is a video on how it sounds.

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[tuftoy]

Hi,
I had my exhaust redone locally and had the Magnaflow CAT back system put in. Wow! I like it very much.
I am getting the K & N CAI installed this Friday 'cause they had to bring it in. I had boughta 2003 Matrix XR-AWD when they were first brought out by Toyota and had the AEM CAI installed. I liked it. By the way I have it for sale 'cause it won't fit my 2009 ($150 + shipping and it's yours).
Anyway I'm excited to feel the difference with everything installed. I already feel the difference with the exhaust done.
I have 18" custom wheels with very low profile tires which I use in the summer only so it'll be even more exciting to find out how the ride is. I may have to look at springs and tune the suspension a bit.

I'm looking for an underdrive pulley kit for my 2.4L XR-AWD, so if anyone knows where I can get this kit please do tell.

Thanks and I'll keep everyone informed to the final results...

[pancit175]

There are a few places from what I've read. Check out these threads on MO
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[milkyway]

Originally Posted by tuftoy

Hi,
I had my exhaust redone locally and had the Magnaflow CAT back system put in. Wow! I like it very much.
I am getting the K & N CAI installed this Friday 'cause they had to bring it in. I had boughta 2003 Matrix XR-AWD when they were first brought out by Toyota and had the AEM CAI installed. I liked it. By the way I have it for sale 'cause it won't fit my 2009 ($150 + shipping and it's yours).
Anyway I'm excited to feel the difference with everything installed. I already feel the difference with the exhaust done.
I have 18" custom wheels with very low profile tires which I use in the summer only so it'll be even more exciting to find out how the ride is. I may have to look at springs and tune the suspension a bit.

I'm looking for an underdrive pulley kit for my 2.4L XR-AWD, so if anyone knows where I can get this kit please do tell.

Thanks and I'll keep everyone informed to the final results...

Yes, I believe there is horse power gained. Did you feel the big difference ? or did you do a dino test ?

[tuftoy]

I have a 2009 Toyota Matrix XR-AWD with the sport package. I had the Magnaflow Cat back stainless exhaust installed 2 friday's ago and the K & N CAI installed on this last friday.
All I can say is WOW . I'm very happy with the results. The car launches quite nicely and has a significant response from the pedal. I like it. I can't wait for spring when I can put my 18" low profile wheel/tires on and see how it handles.

I am looking to add the underdrive pulley kit so that'll be sometime in the next few weeks.

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