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southerncarparts · 08-01-2010, 07:37 AM

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Originally Posted by ripcard

Great explanation Jim. Thanks for that.

My pleasure....thanks

Fat_Tire_Custom · 09-07-2010, 02:40 PM

I recently added the cat-back Borla ATAK system to my 2SSRS M6. I got them from Maryland Speed, as they had the best price I found and free shipping. A local shop did the isntall for $80. It took them about an hour and they did a fantastic job. Everything fit nicely. Considering that I could see straight through the mufflers on the ATAK system, and that it replaces the stock resonators with and X-pipe, I expected it to be a little louder than what it ended up. I was really glad that I didn't go with the S-type or the Touring which are both quiter than the ATAK. I am very happy with the sound. Not too loud for long trips, no vibrations in the cabin, just a tiny bit more sound in the cabin when cruising, awesome rumble at startup, awesome sound when i rev. It does drone a little when lugging, but I don't like to lug a motor anyway. The ATAK is designed to minimize resonance on the Camaro, and it seems to me that Borla did a great job. I am very happy with my choice.

SpicolisJoyRide · 09-07-2010, 03:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Fat_Tire_Custom

I recently added the cat-back Borla ATAK system to my 2SSRS M6. I got them from Maryland Speed, as they had the best price I found and free shipping. A local shop did the isntall for $80. It took them about an hour and they did a fantastic job. Everything fit nicely. Considering that I could see straight through the mufflers on the ATAK system, and that it replaces the stock resonators with and X-pipe, I expected it to be a little louder than what it ended up. I was really glad that I didn't go with the S-type or the Touring which are both quiter than the ATAK. I am very happy with the sound. Not too loud for long trips, no vibrations in the cabin, just a tiny bit more sound in the cabin when cruising, awesome rumble at startup, awesome sound when i rev. It does drone a little when lugging, but I don't like to lug a motor anyway. The ATAK is designed to minimize resonance on the Camaro, and it seems to me that Borla did a great job. I am very happy with my choice.

I checked Southern Car Parts and Maryland Speed and it seems to be $100 cheaper on the SCP website. Check it out here: http://www.southerncarparts.com/cama...em-p-2947.html
Even after shipping, from Atlanta to Oregon, their price was like $50 below Maryland Speeds. You should check to see if the Maryland Speed guys will refund you some money!

Fat_Tire_Custom · 09-12-2010, 01:00 AM

Maryland Speed was $1195, no tax and free shipping.

GrinderSS · 09-19-2010, 09:09 AM

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Originally Posted by driser

After some research, I installed the Atak system (Cat back) on my SS Camaro six speed. Only issue with the system is that I have significant drone inside the car under 2000 rpm. Anyone else having this issue? I have contacted Borla, but no help yet.

Tuning doesn't reduce the drone much, you're ears will still bleed.

You have to wonder just how much "R&D" these companies actually put into their exhausts. Clearly they focus on the exterior sound of the systems. Most of it is marketing BS, IMO.

Darth_Emma · 09-19-2010, 11:24 AM

I thought I would post this here since I have a Borla exhaust.

Here is what I have:
Kooks LT 1 7/8" catted headers
Borla catback touring exhaust
Cold Air Inductions intake
Magnuson TVS2300 supercharger

The supercharger did not change the exhaust note at all. I love my choice of the touring exhaust. No obnoxious drone. Throaty growl (due to the headers) at idle and throttle, but it's pretty quiet when cruising on the highway so I can hear my music or carry on a conversation. It is exactly what I was hoping for.

In the video, we couldn't go nuts and really take off hard. We had gone into a cemetery to shoot the video and the caretaker was giving us the evil eye. I don't think the residents would have cared.

GrinderSS · 09-19-2010, 12:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Darth_Emma

I thought I would post this here since I have a Borla exhaust.

Here is what I have:
Kooks LT 1 7/8" catted headers
Borla catback touring exhaust
Cold Air Inductions intake
Magnuson TVS2300 supercharger

The supercharger did not change the exhaust note at all. I love my choice of the touring exhaust. No obnoxious drone. Throaty growl (due to the headers) at idle and throttle, but it's pretty quiet when cruising on the highway so I can hear my music or carry on a conversation. It is exactly what I was hoping for.

In the video, we couldn't go nuts and really take off hard. We had gone into a cemetery to shoot the video and the caretaker was giving us the evil eye. I don't think the residents would have cared.

No drone at all? That's what I need.

Darth_Emma · 09-19-2010, 12:53 PM

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Originally Posted by GrinderSS

No drone at all? That's what I need

I notice a very subtle amount at about 1800 rpm. I mean very very subtle. I don't notice it at all anymore, but when I first got the exhaust I was listening for everything and noticed it a little. I am totally happy with my exhaust.

GrinderSS · 09-19-2010, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Darth_Emma

I notice a very subtle amount at about 1800 rpm. I mean very very subtle. I don't notice it at all anymore, but when I first got the exhaust I was listening for everything and noticed it a little. I am totally happy with my exhaust.

Thanks Darth...I'm trying to decide between the Corsa cat back and the Borla Touring. I hate giving up the 3" exhaust but the drone is taking the fun out of driving the car.

JohnnyrSS · 10-09-2010, 08:35 PM

Has anyone put on the Borla Atak exhaust with Long Tube Headers? After seeing this video I think I will get rid of my miffler delete and buy the Atack system to go with my headers w/cats and x pipe. Since I have a x-pipe now can I just buy the axle back Atak and save money?

bi11ymc · 10-09-2010, 10:56 PM

I would think long tube headers and ATAK would be obnoxiously loud.

Borla Touring cat-back (2 1/2"), ARH Long Tube Headers (1 7/8")
CAI Inc CAI, L99 to LS3 conversion, and Cam (219/223 115+3)

Dangeruss · 10-10-2010, 12:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JohnnyrSS

Has anyone put on the Borla Atak exhaust with Long Tube Headers? After seeing this video I think I will get rid of my miffler delete and buy the Atack system to go with my headers w/cats and x pipe. Since I have a x-pipe now can I just buy the axle back Atak and save money?

I have the ATAK system with Kooks LT headers. It's not really that loud until you open it up. At idle and regular driving it has a nice rumble, but nothing too obnoxious. Here are two videos I posted earlier in the thread. The first is the ATAK, and the second is a comparison between the ATAK and S-type.

ITGuy11 · 10-10-2010, 08:14 AM

I also have Kooks LT's and the Borla Touring. Like Darth mentioned there is a slight amount of drone between 1800-2000rpm on the highway, but it is not bad at all. I love how deep the exhaust sounds when you open it up!

dxy2jbaby · 11-08-2010, 10:49 PM

So i'm new to this whole system. if i buy S type , do i have to get header? Or long tube too? To enhance the performance?

10-09-2010, 08:35 PM	#374
JohnnyrSS Drives: 2011 Black SS Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: NY Posts: 150	Has anyone put on the Borla Atak exhaust with Long Tube Headers? After seeing this video I think I will get rid of my miffler delete and buy the Atack system to go with my headers w/cats and x pipe. Since I have a x-pipe now can I just buy the axle back Atak and save money? __________________ 2011 Black 2SS/RS 6spd INJEN INTAKE JANNETY TUNE ARH Headers w/ Cats and X-Pipe Blacked Out Hard Wired Escort 9500i Borla Atak MGW Shifter SPRINTBOOSTER

10-09-2010, 10:56 PM	#375
bi11ymc "Silver Street" Drives: 2010 2SS/RS L99 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Franklin, TN Posts: 707	I would think long tube headers and ATAK would be obnoxiously loud. Borla Touring cat-back (2 1/2"), ARH Long Tube Headers (1 7/8") CAI Inc CAI, L99 to LS3 conversion, and Cam (219/223 115+3) __________________ Silver Street - 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS, SIM, Gray, Cyber Gray Rally Stripes, Polished Wheels, Automatic (L99) - 553 RWHP/510 RWTQ CAI Inc., ARH LT Headers with Cats, Borla Touring Cat-Back; Pfadt Coil Overs, Sway Bars, End Links, and Trailing Arms; Comp Cams Blower Cam, Dual Springs, Push-Rods, and Lifters; GM LS2 Lifter Trays, 6.2 MLS Head Gaskets, Crank Bolt, and LS2 Front Cover; 3-Bolt Conversion Timing Gear, Katech C5R Timing Chain, ARP LS2/LS3 Head Bolt Kit, Melling Hi Volume Oil Pump, TVS 2300 Supercharger (Black); Build by Vengeance Racing; Custom Tune by Vengeance Racing

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09-07-2010, 02:40 PM	#366
Fat_Tire_Custom Drives: 1972 Rally Sport, 2010 RS/SS Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: the Pacific Northwest 3300 07/20/2009 3800 7/27/09 Posts: 42 View My Garage	I recently added the cat-back Borla ATAK system to my 2SSRS M6. I got them from Maryland Speed, as they had the best price I found and free shipping. A local shop did the isntall for $80. It took them about an hour and they did a fantastic job. Everything fit nicely. Considering that I could see straight through the mufflers on the ATAK system, and that it replaces the stock resonators with and X-pipe, I expected it to be a little louder than what it ended up. I was really glad that I didn't go with the S-type or the Touring which are both quiter than the ATAK. I am very happy with the sound. Not too loud for long trips, no vibrations in the cabin, just a tiny bit more sound in the cabin when cruising, awesome rumble at startup, awesome sound when i rev. It does drone a little when lugging, but I don't like to lug a motor anyway. The ATAK is designed to minimize resonance on the Camaro, and it seems to me that Borla did a great job. I am very happy with my choice.

09-12-2010, 01:00 AM	#368
Fat_Tire_Custom Drives: 1972 Rally Sport, 2010 RS/SS Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: the Pacific Northwest 3300 07/20/2009 3800 7/27/09 Posts: 42 View My Garage	Maryland Speed was $1195, no tax and free shipping.

09-19-2010, 11:24 AM	#370
Darth_Emma Psssssssssshhhhhhhhhhhhh! Drives: under contruction Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Marysville, Ohio Posts: 12,996 View My Garage	I thought I would post this here since I have a Borla exhaust. Here is what I have: Kooks LT 1 7/8" catted headers Borla catback touring exhaust Cold Air Inductions intake Magnuson TVS2300 supercharger The supercharger did not change the exhaust note at all. I love my choice of the touring exhaust. No obnoxious drone. Throaty growl (due to the headers) at idle and throttle, but it's pretty quiet when cruising on the highway so I can hear my music or carry on a conversation. It is exactly what I was hoping for. In the video, we couldn't go nuts and really take off hard. We had gone into a cemetery to shoot the video and the caretaker was giving us the evil eye. I don't think the residents would have cared.

10-10-2010, 08:14 AM	#377
ITGuy11 Burning up tires Drives: 2023 ZL1 Vert Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Macomb Twp, MI Posts: 717	I also have Kooks LT's and the Borla Touring. Like Darth mentioned there is a slight amount of drone between 1800-2000rpm on the highway, but it is not bad at all. I love how deep the exhaust sounds when you open it up!

11-08-2010, 10:49 PM	#378
dxy2jbaby Drives: Summit White Camaro Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: New York Posts: 229 View My Garage	So i'm new to this whole system. if i buy S type , do i have to get header? Or long tube too? To enhance the performance?