{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/69d39d9207bc2cbfc7a37727/6a682a6c0bd0d38defd2cae2?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Is Fister Exhaust the Best First Mod for Your Porsche? | Darin Fister","description":"<p>In this episode of ElevenAfterNine, Derek sits down with good friend and Porsche community icon Darin Fister, founder of FD Motorsports. Known widely for creating the legendary Fister Exhaust and the game-changing Goldenrod shift linkage, Darin shares his story—from fabricating in his driveway to building one of the most respected aftermarket names in the Porsche world.</p><p><br></p><p>We dive into how the Fister exhaust design was created, why build quality and tone matter over pure volume, how to eliminate cabin drone, and what makes these modifications the ultimate bang-for-your-buck upgrade for 993, 996, 997, and water-cooled Porsches alike.</p><p><br></p><p>---------------------------------------------------</p><p>CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS:</p><p>00:00 - Introduction &amp; Welcome to Darin Fister</p><p>02:23 - Why Exhaust is the First Mod Every Porsche Owner Wants</p><p>03:30 - The History &amp; Origin Story of FD Motorsports (2005 to Today)</p><p>08:20 - Customer-First Philosophy &amp; Organic Business Growth</p><p>12:15 - Developing the Fister Exhaust Sound: Stage 1, 2, and 3 Explained</p><p>17:43 - 993 vs. 996 / 997 Exhaust Systems &amp; Center Bypasses</p><p>22:33 - New R&amp;D: Developing Exhaust Options for 996 / 997 Turbos</p><p>24:14 - Why Aftermarket Exhausts Drone &amp; How Fister Prevents It</p><p>28:18 - DIY Installation Tips: How to Install a Fister Exhaust at Home</p><p>35:35 - Ceramic Coating (Cerakote) Benefits for Thermal Management</p><p>38:08 - The Origin Story of the Legendary \"Goldenrod\" Shift Linkage</p><p>44:30 - Wrap-Up &amp; Final Thoughts</p><p><br></p><p>---------------------------------------------------</p><p>CONNECT WITH FD MOTORSPORTS:</p><p>Website: https://fdmotorsports.net</p><p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fdmotorsports</p><p>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fdmotorsports</p><p><br></p><p>CONNECT WITH ELEVENAFTERNINE:</p><p>Website: https://elevenafternine.com</p><p>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ElevenAfterNine</p><p>Instagram: @theelevenafternine</p><p><br></p><p>---------------------------------------------------</p><p>ABOUT ELEVENAFTERNINE:</p><p>ElevenAfterNine is an automotive community platform, podcast, and channel dedicated to celebrating Porsche culture, owner stories, mechanical insights, and authentic technical discussions with the top voices in the Porsche ecosystem.</p><p><br></p><p>#Porsche #FisterExhaust #FDMotorsports #ElevenAfterNine #Porsche911 #Porsche993 #Porsche997 #Porsche996 #Goldenrod #PorscheSound</p>","author_name":"Derek"}