{"product_id":"soul-performance-audi-rs-q8-soul-competition-downpipes","title":"Soul Performance Audi RS Q8 SOUL Competition Downpipes","description":"\u003cp\u003eCompetition Downpipes replace the restrictive factory catalysts with free-flowing straight pipes to unlock an invigorating increase in turbo sound, engine note, and throttle response. Revel in the new sensation of sounds as the turbos sing and exhaust crackles on deceleration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDETAILS:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e+ \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFits Audi RS Q8 models (2020+)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e+\u003c\/strong\u003e  Weighs approximately 12 lbs \/ 5.4 kg less than factory exhaust components (10 lbs vs 22 lbs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e All SOUL Performance Products exhaust components are backed by a renowned\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/soulpp.com\/warranty\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for both street and track use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDEVELOPMENT:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Looking to turn up the power – or turn heads? Competition Downpipes deliver the best possible flow and performance.  Co-developed with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gintani.com\/\"\u003eGintani,\u003c\/a\u003e these pipes were produced to support big power. As a result of the increased flow you’ll enjoy better turbo response and an increase in drivability! Expect extra pops and turbo sound more befitting of a performance vehicle!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCONSTRUCTION:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Each cat bypass pipe is ma\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ede from mandrel bent .065″ wall, 3″ diameter T304L stainless steel tubing and CNC cut flanges. All welds are back purged for increased longevity under the most extreme conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-9501\" src=\"https:\/\/soulpp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Soul-Performance-Products-Lamborghini-Urus-Competition-Downpipes-Cat-Comparison.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"401\" srcset=\"https:\/\/soulpp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Soul-Performance-Products-Lamborghini-Urus-Competition-Downpipes-Cat-Comparison.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/soulpp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Soul-Performance-Products-Lamborghini-Urus-Competition-Downpipes-Cat-Comparison-510x205.jpg 510w, https:\/\/soulpp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Soul-Performance-Products-Lamborghini-Urus-Competition-Downpipes-Cat-Comparison-64x26.jpg 64w, https:\/\/soulpp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Soul-Performance-Products-Lamborghini-Urus-Competition-Downpipes-Cat-Comparison-300x120.jpg 300w, https:\/\/soulpp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Soul-Performance-Products-Lamborghini-Urus-Competition-Downpipes-Cat-Comparison-768x308.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBOLT ON AND GO:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e Each set is built and tested in a fixture for perfect fitment – guaranteed. Every set is rigorously quality-checked prior to shipping and then foam packed to ensure they arrive in perfect condition. New high grade hardware is included to mate them to the exhaust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCHECK ENGINE LIGHT?: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis product may trigger a check engine light due to removal of factory catalytic converters. We suggest an ECU tune designed around these cat bypass pipes to disable any check engine lights (for track use only).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLIFETIME WARRANTY:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Enjoy your SOUL exhaust components\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for your Audi \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewith 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 or answer any questions that you may have.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNOTES\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e+  \u003c\/strong\u003eThis 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\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e+\u003c\/strong\u003e  United States based customers purchasing this product are required to sign our Catless Exhaust Component Waiver\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/soulpp.com\/soul-catless-exhaust-component-waiver\/\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Soul Performance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52053867069714,"sku":null,"price":3715.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0693\/4220\/0082\/files\/Screenshot2026-02-24at12.39.08PM.png?v=1771965575","url":"https:\/\/merakiautoworks.com\/products\/soul-performance-audi-rs-q8-soul-competition-downpipes","provider":"Meraki Autoworks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}