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dukefanok · 01-13-2011, 05:26 PM

I installed mine last weekend...I like them, but I think I have a bit of a leak at the manifold to midpipe connection. I now hate that my L99 car has AFM on it though....It sounds like a rice burner really bad now with that kicking in. I think GM should make the AFM disable when you put the transmission into sport mode so you don't have to hear that annoying sound.

TaylorRyanSS · 01-13-2011, 05:37 PM

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Originally Posted by dukefanok

I installed mine last weekend...I like them, but I think I have a bit of a leak at the manifold to midpipe connection. I now hate that my L99 car has AFM on it though....It sounds like a rice burner really bad now with that kicking in. I think GM should make the AFM disable when you put the transmission into sport mode so you don't have to hear that annoying sound.

did you install them or a shop? I am having mine installed at a shop next week

dukefanok · 01-13-2011, 05:44 PM

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Originally Posted by TaylorRyanSS

did you install them or a shop? I am having mine installed at a shop next week

I installed them with the assistance of my buddy, and a lift. I've got to say it wasn't the easiest thing to do...but it's doable. We partially stripped one of the O2 sensors and had to spend quite a bit of time filing off bad threads and trying to get them to fit. If you do them yourself it is easiest to takeout the back O2 sensors while the pipes are still hot, and unplug the front two from the car once the pipes have cooled and can be handled. When you get the mids on the ground heat the area around them up with a propane torch or something and they'll come right out. Trust me this will save you some headaches. You'll love them though. Totally changes the sound of your car.

TaylorRyanSS · 01-13-2011, 05:47 PM

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Originally Posted by dukefanok

I installed them with the assistance of my buddy, and a lift. I've got to say it wasn't the easiest thing to do...but it's doable. We partially stripped one of the O2 sensors and had to spend quite a bit of time filing off bad threads and trying to get them to fit. If you do them yourself it is easiest to takeout the back O2 sensors while the pipes are still hot, and unplug the front two from the car once the pipes have cooled and can be handled. When you get the mids on the ground heat the area around them up with a propane torch or something and they'll come right out. Trust me this will save you some headaches. You'll love them though. Totally changes the sound of your car.

Too much work for me lol Plus I think I will have less of a chance throwing a code if I have them installed by a professional. I can't wait to hear what it sounds like! I got shorty headers being installed too.

Iwantone2 · 01-13-2011, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by TaylorRyanSS

Too much work for me lol Plus I think I will have less of a chance throwing a code if I have them installed by a professional. I can't wait to hear what it sounds like! I got shorty headers being installed too.

Who's installing them for you, if I may ask...

TaylorRyanSS · 01-13-2011, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Iwantone2

Who's installing them for you, if I may ask...

I was thinking about going to Haddad Motorsports but I am going to call and get a quote first.

9t8z28 · 01-18-2011, 01:49 PM

Pypes Exhaust makes these in off-road version (no cats) and they are $159

Penaw001 · 02-07-2011, 02:29 PM

This thread has a lot of good info on it thanks.

flyman3 · 02-07-2011, 03:49 PM

Is there a differance in sound between the jba catted mids and longtubes with hiflow cats. I know I want that sound, but I don't want to have to tune for now.

mikeSS · 02-07-2011, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by flyman3

Is there a differance in sound between the jba catted mids and longtubes with hiflow cats. I know I want that sound, but I don't want to have to tune for now.

yes. but JBA cats sound pretty dam good for not needing a tune

Gavros 4 Life · 02-07-2011, 03:55 PM

do these throw a cell?

TaylorRyanSS · 02-07-2011, 03:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Gavros 4 Life

do these throw a cell?

they might, mine have been on for about 700 miles and no problems yet

Larz29 · 02-07-2011, 04:03 PM

I'm thinking about these as well. Do they give an increase in power? Will I lose low-end torque after the hf cats?

The Stig · 02-07-2011, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by TaylorRyanSS

they might, mine have been on for about 700 miles and no problems yet

Mine just threw P0430. Pretty sure its the left front O2 sensor. But cant borrow a set of jacks. Probably just taking it to the dealer. My dealer flat out told me he wont void my warranty for anything.

02-07-2011, 03:49 PM	#303
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01-13-2011, 05:26 PM	#295
dukefanok Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS Black on Black Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 54	I installed mine last weekend...I like them, but I think I have a bit of a leak at the manifold to midpipe connection. I now hate that my L99 car has AFM on it though....It sounds like a rice burner really bad now with that kicking in. I think GM should make the AFM disable when you put the transmission into sport mode so you don't have to hear that annoying sound.

01-18-2011, 01:49 PM	#301
9t8z28 Drives: 98 CAMARO Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: DOYLESTOWN, PA Posts: 54	Pypes Exhaust makes these in off-road version (no cats) and they are $159

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Penaw001 Drives: 2010 Cyber Grey 2SS Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Garland Texas Posts: 119 View My Garage	This thread has a lot of good info on it thanks.

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Gavros 4 Life Drives: 2SS/RS Summit White Black Stripes Join Date: May 2010 Location: New Jersey Posts: 508	do these throw a cell?

02-07-2011, 04:03 PM	#307
Larz29 Drives: 2010 camaro ss LS3 cyber grey Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Madison,wi Posts: 226	I'm thinking about these as well. Do they give an increase in power? Will I lose low-end torque after the hf cats?