RAMAIR is proud to have partnered with Romainian supercar exhaust boutique; Kline Innovation, to bring you their range of inimitable range of unique exhaust systems

• Configuration: Manifold Back with 100 Cell HJS catalysts
• Material: Stainless Steel 304
• Valved: Yes
• Tailepipes: Utilises OEM tailpipes

Kline felt that the Factory exhaust for the 458 did not reflect the true beauty of this stunning supercar, or reach the full sonic potential of the 4.5 liter V8

Starting at the drawing board, the first aspect to be upgraded, replacing the 600cpsi catalysts for high performance 100cpsi race catalysts, thus reducing the gas drag coefficient, and improving scavenge, and ultimately torque response and peak power figures.Replacing the heavy, cumbersome, built down to a cost factory silencers, for our harmonically tuned silencers, we were able to enrich both bass and treble frequencies, as well as significantly reducing weight. The final, and perhaps one of the most important design features, unique to Kline. Our trademark tight radius laminar flow x pipe. The resulting sound is unbelievably smooth under light driving conditions, and a howling raucious high pitched incendiary vocal when you need it.

Under low revs (valve closure) the gases are allowed to pass through a chamber, and an acoustic ceramic filled silencer, with the cross sections tuned toward reaching optimum gas velocity for achieving maximum torque. under hard load and high revs, the valves open for optimum power.

ABOUT KLINE INNOVATION

At Kline we take exhaust design very seriously, you as the customer desire a product without compromise, and we therefore take an unequaled approach to design and manufacture.

MATERIALS

Here at Kline Innovation we believe in the absolute best materials for every application, chosen scientifically by the materials natural properties. Titanium/Inconel/Carbon fiber exhaust boutique, of course we also offer 304 stainless steel as an alternative on our complete range. Every material has its own unique properties, and perfect application based on weight, strength, heat resistance, and chemical stability. And of course we at Kline strive to craft some of the worlds best lightweight exhausts utilising every innovation possible!

The following is a brief overview and explanation of the different materials we use, properties, and functions.

INCONEL

Inconel 625, as used in the aerospace industry where extremely durable and heat withstanding components are required, for example for the exhaust turbine blades in high performance jet engines. Inconel is also used for the manufacture of formula one exhausts, and has also been used by some manufacturers on hypercar projects such as Mcalren P1, Aston Martin 177, where lightness is a factor, and exhaust temperatures regularly exceed 1000c.

The basic properties of Inconel are characterised by extremely high tensile strength, and extreme thermo chemical stability. Because of the high tensile strength of inconel (roughly the same strength to weight ratio as titanium), very thin sidewall material can be used, while still maintaining structural integrity, resulting in very lightweight components that will not fatigue over time. The main drawbacks to using Inconel, is that its extremely difficult to machine and weld, and requires high skill and time consuming processes. It's also extremely expensive as a raw material.

TITANIUM

Titanium in its varying grades is commonly used in a variety of applications where strength to weight ratio is paramount. Very high tensile strength and low density mean that very light and strong components can be manufactured easily. Titanium is also relatively easy to machine and weld using standard engineering approaches. The main disadvantages to titanium, are the cost of material and that prolonged heat exposure exceeding 600c causes oxidation of the material, resulting in brittle components and potential breakages. For this reason titanium is best suited to cooler applications where strength and lightness is a factor.

CARBON FIBRE

Carbon fibre reinforced polymer has an extremely high tensile strength to weight ratio, surpassing that of all metals. Extremely lightweight components can be moulded to almost any shape. The main drawbacks to carbon fibre being; the material cost, the fatigue endurance limit is hard to define (the material can break unexpectedly), and the lack of prolonged heat resistance due to the polymer binding agent.

STAINLESS 304

Stainless steel 304 grade has become the industry standard for exhaust manufacture. Moderate strength, thermo chemical stability, inexpensive, and easy to manufacture, 304 stainless can be used to build relatively inexpensive exhausts to a high standard of functionality and durability. The main drawback to stainless steel is the weight. Roughly the same density of steel, but reduced tensile strength, building high performance exhaust components from stainless can be limiting. Also from the perspective of sound, the thick sidewall required from stainless, can produce a slightly dull lackluster sounding exhaust note when compared to the previously mentioned materials!