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C5_medic11 · 02-15-2011, 03:37 AM

Looking for opinions, good and bad, on the solo-performance exhaust for V6 Camaro. With all my research I think I like it the most but it is hard to tell when not hearing one in person. Looking for overall opinion, installation, sound, sound level, performance, etc. I liked the MRT before I heard this, just deciding which way to go. Thanks for input!

RickRay · 02-15-2011, 06:50 AM

I can tell you that you will not be disappointed. I love it. Installation was done by them. The sound awesome. The sound level is good and even better when you accelerate...cruising level just the right sound. Performance wise you will say there is a bit more kick...on the dyno I got about 10 HP with catback & CAI. Now I have the HFC & I`m installing shorty headers in a few weeks...so that will change again the sound. This time I will Tune the car & do a Dyno after. Of course I will post when all done...depending how long we have left for winter. I can tell you that everyone that heard my set up so far fell in love with it & some have already bought the kit & will be installing it soon.....

C5_medic11 · 02-16-2011, 09:33 PM

Sounds good, looking forward to getting mine! How was the cat install? Fairly easy? Let me know what you think when headers are on and it's all done. That's the direction I'm looking at going with mine too.

C5_medic11 · 02-27-2011, 05:01 AM

Anyone else?

rolnslo · 02-27-2011, 09:39 AM

I've had mine for well over a year and absolutely love it. I've got an M6 so mine is a bit different than RickRay's. I think the sound is just right for the V6. It doesn't sound weak or tinny or raspy. It just sounds like a high performance V6 should. I will say that it can get much louder than the stock exhaust ever will, if you get on it. It will also allow you to cruise through a parking garage without being overly obnoxious. If I had to do it all over again, I'd pick the exact same exhaust.

If you are going to Camaro5 Fest, you will probably be able to hear every possible V6 exhaust option in person before committing to one.

Nutbutt · 02-27-2011, 10:12 AM

The Solo is a great system! Got all the best, weight,performance, sound, and more important Cost !
I have it on my coupe and will be putting one on my vert in a few weeks (when GM decides to ship) ! Get rid of those trash can mufflers and get your solo on ! No axle back is really close (IMHO) !

gml1998 · 02-27-2011, 11:26 AM

Well I'm leaning towards the Solo,Corsa is nice too but the Solo will save me 4-500.00
Both are supposed to have no drone.

jagan323 · 02-27-2011, 01:06 PM

Originally I was going to get the Solo as well. I went with Corsa... I love the sounds of both systems, though they sound different.

mydreamcar · 02-27-2011, 03:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jagan323

Originally I was going to get the Solo as well. I went with Corsa... I love the sounds of both systems, though they sound different.

Corsa is a sweet exhaust

montreal2010yellow · 02-27-2011, 05:25 PM

I have seen and heard RickRay's set up and I have a kit sitting in my garage to be installed in March. I've seen and heard others but juts the fact that there is no drone it's a major issue since the drone happens arond 2,000 RPM and thats is the RPM at usual cruising speed (110KMS or around 70 miles-hour).

Also, the look is so different:

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TJ91 · 02-28-2011, 12:55 AM

Honestly, I have nothing but good things to say, I absolutely love my SOLO exhaust and every time I start my car up, since I had it installed in April, I get excited every time. The thought of starting up my car to hear my exhaust just gives me perma grin.
I dont think there is one member here who has had a negative comment about the system or company. Ill refer them to everyone because the cat back is insane. Love them! Cant wait to get some shorties

BlkThndr66 · 02-28-2011, 04:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by montreal2010yellow

I have seen and heard RickRay's set up and I have a kit sitting in my garage to be installed in March. I've seen and heard others but juts the fact that there is no drone it's a major issue since the drone happens arond 2,000 RPM and thats is the RPM at usual cruising speed (110KMS or around 70 miles-hour).

Also, the look is so different:

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UM.
Whats with the extra pipes? noise cancellation? I don't understand the need for those 2 extra opposing pipes.

seems like a loss of backpressure, performance, and sound.

rolnslo · 02-28-2011, 04:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BlkThndr66

UM.
Whats with the extra pipes? noise cancellation? I don't understand the need for those 2 extra opposing pipes.

seems like a loss of backpressure, performance, and sound.

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...ght=solo+pipes

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...ght=solo+pipes

I don't have these on my SOLO exhaust and I like the way it sounds as is.

BlkThndr66 · 02-28-2011, 05:00 PM

Thanks for answering that quick question. I guess what I would want is a comparison video and dyno. Does it really take out the drone without affecting the tone? Does this cause any performance loss/gain? Is it worth it I guess is the question.

02-15-2011, 03:37 AM	#1
C5_medic11 Drives: 2011 SIM LS Camaro Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Tulsa, Ok Posts: 51 View My Garage	Solo-performance exhaust reviews-V6 Looking for opinions, good and bad, on the solo-performance exhaust for V6 Camaro. With all my research I think I like it the most but it is hard to tell when not hearing one in person. Looking for overall opinion, installation, sound, sound level, performance, etc. I liked the MRT before I heard this, just deciding which way to go. Thanks for input!

02-15-2011, 06:50 AM	#2
RickRay INJACC Drives: 2010 CGM 2LT/RS AUTO Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Montreal (South Shore)Quebec, Canada Posts: 6,518 View My Garage	I can tell you that you will not be disappointed. I love it. Installation was done by them. The sound awesome. The sound level is good and even better when you accelerate...cruising level just the right sound. Performance wise you will say there is a bit more kick...on the dyno I got about 10 HP with catback & CAI. Now I have the HFC & I`m installing shorty headers in a few weeks...so that will change again the sound. This time I will Tune the car & do a Dyno after. Of course I will post when all done...depending how long we have left for winter. I can tell you that everyone that heard my set up so far fell in love with it & some have already bought the kit & will be installing it soon..... __________________ *Member of 'Club Elite' #70* 2LT/RS Auto / Solo HFC / Solo Mach X-LLT J-Pipe / JBA Headers Shorty CAI - Cold Air Inductions / VMAX TB / Trifecta Tune Hotchkis Max Strut Brace / Blade Dovetail Spoiler / Elite Catch Can ACS T3 Hood Ports / T2 Bumper Ports / T2 Splitter / ACS T1 Led Light Kit ACS Rockers / ACS Composite Hood Liner / ACS Upper Rear Quarter Ports ACS Front Wheel Mud Flaps / ACS Rear Wheel Mud Flaps / Vitesse Throttle Controller Pedders Drop Suspension / BMR Lower Control Arms / Style 41 ZL1 Wheels / Oracle Afterburners / Oracle Concept SMD Side markers Complete SS Brembo Brakes Set

02-27-2011, 09:39 AM	#5
rolnslo Rolling along... Drives: 2011 2SS/RS SGM Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 4,380 View My Garage	I've had mine for well over a year and absolutely love it. I've got an M6 so mine is a bit different than RickRay's. I think the sound is just right for the V6. It doesn't sound weak or tinny or raspy. It just sounds like a high performance V6 should. I will say that it can get much louder than the stock exhaust ever will, if you get on it. It will also allow you to cruise through a parking garage without being overly obnoxious. If I had to do it all over again, I'd pick the exact same exhaust. If you are going to Camaro5 Fest, you will probably be able to hear every possible V6 exhaust option in person before committing to one. __________________ 2011 2SS/RS Synergy Green A6

02-27-2011, 10:12 AM	#6
Nutbutt Drives: 2011 RJT 2LT/RS Convertible Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Western Massachusetts Posts: 3,381 View My Garage	The Solo is a great system! Got all the best, weight,performance, sound, and more important Cost ! I have it on my coupe and will be putting one on my vert in a few weeks (when GM decides to ship) ! Get rid of those trash can mufflers and get your solo on ! No axle back is really close (IMHO) ! Attached Images __________________ 1st IPF Supercharged 2011 2LT/RS RJT Convertible

02-27-2011, 01:06 PM	#8
jagan323 I have no life Drives: 06' Subaru STI, ex-Camaro V6 LLT Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Top Gear Test Track Posts: 3,189	Originally I was going to get the Solo as well. I went with Corsa... I love the sounds of both systems, though they sound different. __________________ List of Camaro DIY The Blog

02-16-2011, 09:33 PM	#3
C5_medic11 Drives: 2011 SIM LS Camaro Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Tulsa, Ok Posts: 51 View My Garage	Sounds good, looking forward to getting mine! How was the cat install? Fairly easy? Let me know what you think when headers are on and it's all done. That's the direction I'm looking at going with mine too.

02-27-2011, 05:01 AM	#4
C5_medic11 Drives: 2011 SIM LS Camaro Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Tulsa, Ok Posts: 51 View My Garage	Anyone else?

02-27-2011, 11:26 AM	#7
gml1998 Drives: 2010 Synergy Green Camaro Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Minooka Illinois Posts: 693	Well I'm leaning towards the Solo,Corsa is nice too but the Solo will save me 4-500.00 Both are supposed to have no drone.

02-27-2011, 05:25 PM	#10
montreal2010yellow Drives: 2 LT/RS YELLOW, AUTO., VIN NO. 602 Join Date: May 2010 Location: LAVAL (10 min. north of Montreal), CANADA Posts: 3,526 View My Garage	I have seen and heard RickRay's set up and I have a kit sitting in my garage to be installed in March. I've seen and heard others but juts the fact that there is no drone it's a major issue since the drone happens arond 2,000 RPM and thats is the RPM at usual cruising speed (110KMS or around 70 miles-hour). Also, the look is so different:

02-28-2011, 12:55 AM	#11
TJ91 :chevy: Drives: 2LT/RS Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Toronto Posts: 13,033	Honestly, I have nothing but good things to say, I absolutely love my SOLO exhaust and every time I start my car up, since I had it installed in April, I get excited every time. The thought of starting up my car to hear my exhaust just gives me perma grin. I dont think there is one member here who has had a negative comment about the system or company. Ill refer them to everyone because the cat back is insane. Love them! Cant wait to get some shorties __________________ CAMARO Consult your doctor before taking Camaro Side effects include Sudden increase in Heart Rate, Insomnia and occasional hallucinations If you experience Permagrin exceeding 4 hours after taking Camaro, seek immediate Camaro5 Help CAMARO Bringing excitment back into the Garage

02-28-2011, 05:00 PM	#14
BlkThndr66 I'm not car-ist Drives: '10 RY 2LT Camaro '96 Mustang Cobra Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Chicagoland Posts: 228 View My Garage	Thanks for answering that quick question. I guess what I would want is a comparison video and dyno. Does it really take out the drone without affecting the tone? Does this cause any performance loss/gain? Is it worth it I guess is the question. __________________ 35% tint, faded gill stripes, yellow stitching, black spoiler, decklid stripes To-Do List: Oracle HALO multicolor headlight + fogs kit; Bumblebee striping kit; Flowmaster 3-chamber cat-back; Roto-Fab Intake. Team LLT-M6

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