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cplabaunza · 08-07-2010, 07:40 PM

Just got my Pace Setter Cat Back installed...It's perfect (for me at least). I get zero Drone, idle is quiet, but when you give it gas you can hear it.

Bought it from Jegs and was on backorder for 2 months (worth the wait). I paid $430 shipped. Here's the link: http://www.jegs.com/i/Pace+Setter/766/86-2908K/10002/-1

This Cat Back is perfect for those that are looking for zero drone, but a nice rumble when you hit the gas and it's cheaper than some of the axle backs out there.

I have JBA catted mid-pipes as well, I'm sure the Cat-Back is quieter for stock catted vehicles.

Only con I have are the U Clamps, but those could be replaces with exhaust Band Clamps.

I'll try and take sound clip this week...

Jason 98 TA · 08-07-2010, 08:56 PM

We have those system in route and priced even better than that! I'll let you guys know what I think of the system.

cplabaunza · 08-08-2010, 03:18 PM

Got to pay to be first I guess lol...

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jason 98 TA

We have those system in route and priced even better than that! I'll let you guys know what I think of the system.

pnyklr · 08-09-2010, 11:23 AM

Gonna need to hear some clips before adding this to the list.

-Funk

ABM/IOM · 08-19-2010, 03:37 PM

I just ordered that same system for my wifes LS. Part # 86-2908 fits both v-6 and v-8 models. I paid $355 shipped to my door from Amazon.com. I will post on how the install and sound goes later on.

Hicompression · 08-19-2010, 06:56 PM

We definitely need a sound/video clip of this system!

cplabaunza · 08-19-2010, 10:11 PM

Currently on Vacation for 2 weeks..will try and post one up soon.

ABM/IOM · 09-07-2010, 02:19 PM

Here are a couple of pics from my install on Monday.

2010 SSRS · 09-07-2010, 02:23 PM

looks great

mr. anderson · 09-07-2010, 02:36 PM

yes sound clips please!

usmc8411 · 09-07-2010, 02:39 PM

I hope people paying $1400 for a catback feel dumb after seeing this. This is the reason I waited to buy a catback. You can buy this and headers for the price of "quality" cat back.

ABM/IOM · 09-07-2010, 02:41 PM

By the way, the install was on a v-6. Install was real simple. The stock exhaust came off in about 10 minutes. The front pacesetter pipe with the x-pipe fits directly into the factory mounting hardware. Then it has 2 intermediate baffles that clamp on after the x-pipe. Then the 2 longer pipes clamp onto the baffles and use the factory hangers at the rear. Finally the muffler/ tip clamps to the longer tubes and uses the factory hangers at the rear. Just leave everything loose until you have all the pieces lined up exactly where you want. The most difficult portion of the install was centering the tips. One other thing to mention is the center frame crossmember that had to be removed to take out the factory exhaust now has to be shimmed with 1/4" spacers when it is re-installed as to not come in contact with the pacesetter baffles. This is something pacesetter does not supply in the kit. easy enough to get at a local hardware store for a couple of bucks.
Sound clips coming shortly. I can say thatthe system looks great on the car. It sounds a little more like a ferrari with this exhaust system than a chevy now. At least it doesn't sound like a rice burner. The system would sound deeper on a v-8.
The pacesetter definately gave the car a good amount of horsepower over the stock system and is at least a third the weight.

ABM/IOM · 09-07-2010, 02:49 PM

One more thing to add. I installed this in my driveway with the rear wheels on wheelramps and the front wheels driven up on a block of wood. This was more than enough height to do the job.

mr. anderson · 09-07-2010, 06:16 PM

question, did it have the resonators that is on the front of the x-pipe like this one? looks like in your pictures they are not there. not sure if there is a difference between the v-6 or v-8 versions.

08-07-2010, 07:40 PM	#1
cplabaunza Drives: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 117	Pace Setter Cat Back Just got my Pace Setter Cat Back installed...It's perfect (for me at least). I get zero Drone, idle is quiet, but when you give it gas you can hear it. Bought it from Jegs and was on backorder for 2 months (worth the wait). I paid $430 shipped. Here's the link: http://www.jegs.com/i/Pace+Setter/766/86-2908K/10002/-1 This Cat Back is perfect for those that are looking for zero drone, but a nice rumble when you hit the gas and it's cheaper than some of the axle backs out there. I have JBA catted mid-pipes as well, I'm sure the Cat-Back is quieter for stock catted vehicles. Only con I have are the U Clamps, but those could be replaces with exhaust Band Clamps. I'll try and take sound clip this week... __________________ Cyber Grey Metallic 2012 Chevrolet Volt Black 2010 Victory Cross Country Black 2008 Chevrolet Corvette 1LT/NPP/Z51/M6 Black 2007 Dodge Charger SRT8 Black 2005 Yamaha R6 (Raven color) Black 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS/RS/M6 (SOLD) Black 2003 Dodge Neon SRT4 (SOLD) Inca Gold 2002 Chrysler Prowler(SOLD)

08-19-2010, 06:56 PM	#6
Hicompression Rumbly Bumble Bee Drives: 2010 2SS Camaro Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: DFW Posts: 1,469	We definitely need a sound/video clip of this system! __________________ 2010 RALLY YELLOW 2SS 6M -OBX Longtubes FTW!

08-19-2010, 10:11 PM	#7
cplabaunza Drives: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 117	Currently on Vacation for 2 weeks..will try and post one up soon. __________________ Cyber Grey Metallic 2012 Chevrolet Volt Black 2010 Victory Cross Country Black 2008 Chevrolet Corvette 1LT/NPP/Z51/M6 Black 2007 Dodge Charger SRT8 Black 2005 Yamaha R6 (Raven color) Black 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS/RS/M6 (SOLD) Black 2003 Dodge Neon SRT4 (SOLD) Inca Gold 2002 Chrysler Prowler(SOLD)

09-07-2010, 02:19 PM	#8
ABM/IOM Drives: aqua blue ls and inferno orange ss Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 216	Here are a couple of pics from my install on Monday. Attached Images

09-07-2010, 02:23 PM	#9
2010 SSRS Drives: 3 V8 Camaros Join Date: May 2009 Location: The Ocean State Posts: 111,187 View My Garage	looks great __________________ Jannetty Racing JRE Street Package

08-07-2010, 08:56 PM	#2
Jason 98 TA Drives: Camaro Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 1,669	We have those system in route and priced even better than that! I'll let you guys know what I think of the system.

08-09-2010, 11:23 AM	#4
pnyklr Drives: A Gift From My Wife Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Powder Springs, GA Posts: 1,557	Gonna need to hear some clips before adding this to the list. -Funk

08-19-2010, 03:37 PM	#5
ABM/IOM Drives: aqua blue ls and inferno orange ss Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 216	I just ordered that same system for my wifes LS. Part # 86-2908 fits both v-6 and v-8 models. I paid $355 shipped to my door from Amazon.com. I will post on how the install and sound goes later on.

09-07-2010, 02:36 PM	#10
mr. anderson Drives: 2015 Camaro 2SS 1LE Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Moore, OK Posts: 113	yes sound clips please!

09-07-2010, 02:39 PM	#11
usmc8411 Account Suspended Drives: 2010 camaro Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: hannibal mo Posts: 207	I hope people paying $1400 for a catback feel dumb after seeing this. This is the reason I waited to buy a catback. You can buy this and headers for the price of "quality" cat back.

09-07-2010, 02:41 PM	#12
ABM/IOM Drives: aqua blue ls and inferno orange ss Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 216	By the way, the install was on a v-6. Install was real simple. The stock exhaust came off in about 10 minutes. The front pacesetter pipe with the x-pipe fits directly into the factory mounting hardware. Then it has 2 intermediate baffles that clamp on after the x-pipe. Then the 2 longer pipes clamp onto the baffles and use the factory hangers at the rear. Finally the muffler/ tip clamps to the longer tubes and uses the factory hangers at the rear. Just leave everything loose until you have all the pieces lined up exactly where you want. The most difficult portion of the install was centering the tips. One other thing to mention is the center frame crossmember that had to be removed to take out the factory exhaust now has to be shimmed with 1/4" spacers when it is re-installed as to not come in contact with the pacesetter baffles. This is something pacesetter does not supply in the kit. easy enough to get at a local hardware store for a couple of bucks. Sound clips coming shortly. I can say thatthe system looks great on the car. It sounds a little more like a ferrari with this exhaust system than a chevy now. At least it doesn't sound like a rice burner. The system would sound deeper on a v-8. The pacesetter definately gave the car a good amount of horsepower over the stock system and is at least a third the weight.

09-07-2010, 02:49 PM	#13
ABM/IOM Drives: aqua blue ls and inferno orange ss Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 216	One more thing to add. I installed this in my driveway with the rear wheels on wheelramps and the front wheels driven up on a block of wood. This was more than enough height to do the job.

09-07-2010, 06:16 PM	#14
mr. anderson Drives: 2015 Camaro 2SS 1LE Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Moore, OK Posts: 113	question, did it have the resonators that is on the front of the x-pipe like this one? looks like in your pictures they are not there. not sure if there is a difference between the v-6 or v-8 versions.

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