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.
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.
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CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Introduction & Welcome to Darin Fister
02:23 - Why Exhaust is the First Mod Every Porsche Owner Wants
03:30 - The History & Origin Story of FD Motorsports (2005 to Today)
08:20 - Customer-First Philosophy & Organic Business Growth
12:15 - Developing the Fister Exhaust Sound: Stage 1, 2, and 3 Explained
17:43 - 993 vs. 996 / 997 Exhaust Systems & Center Bypasses
22:33 - New R&D: Developing Exhaust Options for 996 / 997 Turbos
24:14 - Why Aftermarket Exhausts Drone & How Fister Prevents It
28:18 - DIY Installation Tips: How to Install a Fister Exhaust at Home
35:35 - Ceramic Coating (Cerakote) Benefits for Thermal Management
38:08 - The Origin Story of the Legendary "Goldenrod" Shift Linkage
44:30 - Wrap-Up & Final Thoughts
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