Borla 140280 "s" type catback worth it? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

huntrik · 02-19-2011, 10:16 PM

I'm pondering on hitting the buy now button and was just wondering if its worth the $1100 investment. I just bought a 2011 2SS/RS 6M. Any thoughts, comments or concerns?

Thx in advance guys!

Hunt

Padre · 02-19-2011, 10:32 PM

If you're planning future mods, yes. If you're just looking for noise, yes. Performance wise, it won't be much, but you'll enjoy the added sound and feel. But with future mods, e.g. LT's and CAI, it's a great beginning.

I have the 140281, the milder "Touring" Borla cat-back. The S-type is much more aggressive (search on Youtube for some clips). It's an easy install, weighs much less, and gets rid of those huge R2D2 mufflers.

Best, Padre

bwpaint · 02-19-2011, 10:36 PM

I have the ATAK models and they rock, but are louder than most people want. I personally love the sound of any of the Borlas over other models. But Corsa and many of the other manufacturers sound good. I just prefer the exhaust note of the Borla. You will not be disappointed with Borla, they are well made and come with 1 million mile warranty.

bwpaint · 02-19-2011, 10:43 PM

you probably already know this but Borla has thei own YouTube Channel and have a very good video of a comparision of all three models of their exhaust...

Here is the comparison video
http://www.youtube.com/user/borla#p/.../1/O3dTdAyoZkI

their channel
http://www.youtube.com/user/borla

n116ebo · 02-19-2011, 11:35 PM

I have the 'S' Borla axleback and like the sound. Much improved over the factory mufflers. ( lot lighter also)

boltmark · 02-19-2011, 11:38 PM

buy it, I did, well worth the money and performance.

brantley847 · 02-20-2011, 12:10 AM

By the way, check some of the C5 vendors on here...should get you a price near or below 1000.

papabearcamaro · 02-20-2011, 12:48 AM

I am running headers and hi-flow cats with mine so our systems will be different from each other but as far as the Borla piece of my puzzle goes,I am extremely happy with their product.
Quality seems really good and installation seems straight foreword.
Go ahead and hit that "buy" button! lol

Racer X · 02-20-2011, 08:58 AM

I installed the Borla "S" Type Axle-Back Mufflers. Not only do they sound great, I saved 21.2 lbs over the stock cans. That's a lot of extra weight hanging out over the rear axle.

CamaroSS426 · 02-20-2011, 09:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bwpaint

you probably already know this but Borla has thei own YouTube Channel and have a very good video of a comparision of all three models of their exhaust...

Here is the comparison video
http://www.youtube.com/user/borla#p/.../1/O3dTdAyoZkI

their channel
http://www.youtube.com/user/borla

The ATAK is impressive, I think this clip sold me.

huntrik · 02-20-2011, 09:17 AM

Thanks for the input guys, I'm gonna go ahead and get em!

Hunt

huntrik · 02-20-2011, 09:20 AM

I think the ATAK sounds great but I'm stationed on a military post and I think it might be a little too much. I need to avoid the MP's as much as possible, LOL

Hunt

bwpaint · 02-21-2011, 07:18 AM

@ huntrik .... although those MPs will hear ya, they won't be able to catch ya!...well unless the are firing at ya! *grin* .... My son is in the Marines, he can hit a Mustang at 1000 yards, but will not lay-down fire at a Camaro!

Apex Motorsports · 02-21-2011, 09:04 AM

The S-Type is a great middle of the road system. Much more aggressive than stock but not obnoxious. Be sure to hit me up before you hit that "buy now" button.

02-19-2011, 10:16 PM	#1
huntrik Drives: 2011 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Fort Bragg, NC Posts: 63 View My Garage	Borla 140280 "s" type catback worth it? I'm pondering on hitting the buy now button and was just wondering if its worth the $1100 investment. I just bought a 2011 2SS/RS 6M. Any thoughts, comments or concerns? Thx in advance guys! Hunt

02-19-2011, 10:32 PM	#2
Padre Only drives on Sundays Drives: '16 2SS A8 NPP MRC NGray Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Dalton, GA Posts: 2,500 View My Garage	If you're planning future mods, yes. If you're just looking for noise, yes. Performance wise, it won't be much, but you'll enjoy the added sound and feel. But with future mods, e.g. LT's and CAI, it's a great beginning. I have the 140281, the milder "Touring" Borla cat-back. The S-type is much more aggressive (search on Youtube for some clips). It's an easy install, weighs much less, and gets rid of those huge R2D2 mufflers. Best, Padre __________________ OLD HOTNESS: The "Heretic": '11 2SS/RS L99 A6 Black/Inferno. Build Journal, Videos D1SC GT9 JBA-LT = 720/680 \| 10.330 @ 133.61, 1.546 sixty... Camaro King at ECS V, Darlington. NEW HOTNESS: '16 2SS A8 NPP MRC. Bone Stock, 1/8th: 8.051 @ 89.44, 1.919

02-19-2011, 10:36 PM	#3
bwpaint Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: May 2010 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 43	I have the ATAK models and they rock, but are louder than most people want. I personally love the sound of any of the Borlas over other models. But Corsa and many of the other manufacturers sound good. I just prefer the exhaust note of the Borla. You will not be disappointed with Borla, they are well made and come with 1 million mile warranty. __________________ 2010 Camaro SS - 10.9 1/4 mi. Fastlane Turbo, PFADTCoilovers, PFADT Trailing Arms, PFADT Differential Bushings, Borla ATAKs, Cam, Duece Fuel Pump, Aux Transmission Cooler, Circle D 3200 Torque Converter, Circle D Transmission Upgrade, Under Pulley, Dyno'd at 615 RWTQ @ 12psi 11' Rear Tires, Nittos NT05Rs Double-Din with Pioneer CD/Stereo/GPS 64.5 Ford Mustang Ford F-350 2006 Honda GoldWing 1992 Harley-Davidson Softtail Custom www.webwize.com www.webwizebackup.com

02-19-2011, 10:43 PM	#4
bwpaint Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: May 2010 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 43	you probably already know this but Borla has thei own YouTube Channel and have a very good video of a comparision of all three models of their exhaust... Here is the comparison video http://www.youtube.com/user/borla#p/.../1/O3dTdAyoZkI their channel http://www.youtube.com/user/borla __________________ 2010 Camaro SS - 10.9 1/4 mi. Fastlane Turbo, PFADTCoilovers, PFADT Trailing Arms, PFADT Differential Bushings, Borla ATAKs, Cam, Duece Fuel Pump, Aux Transmission Cooler, Circle D 3200 Torque Converter, Circle D Transmission Upgrade, Under Pulley, Dyno'd at 615 RWTQ @ 12psi 11' Rear Tires, Nittos NT05Rs Double-Din with Pioneer CD/Stereo/GPS 64.5 Ford Mustang Ford F-350 2006 Honda GoldWing 1992 Harley-Davidson Softtail Custom www.webwize.com www.webwizebackup.com

02-20-2011, 12:10 AM	#7
brantley847 v It bites. Drives: 2011 IBM 2SS/RS Join Date: May 2008 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 3,585	By the way, check some of the C5 vendors on here...should get you a price near or below 1000. __________________ 2011 2SS/RS Performance: 439 RWHP: 226/236 Comp Cam, Kooks 1-7/8, CAInc, Borla S type, Vmax TB, Rx Catch Can, Trans cooler, SLP 160 termo, Melling high volume, Eibach Springs/Sways 1" drop, Whiteline complete bushing kit.

02-19-2011, 11:35 PM	#5
n116ebo n116 Drives: 2010 2SS YELLOW TRANSFORMER AUTO Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: SAN ANGELO TX Posts: 633 View My Garage	I have the 'S' Borla axleback and like the sound. Much improved over the factory mufflers. ( lot lighter also)

02-19-2011, 11:38 PM	#6
boltmark Account Suspended Drives: 2010 2 SS/RS IOM Camaro Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: il Posts: 1,275	buy it, I did, well worth the money and performance.

02-20-2011, 12:48 AM	#8
papabearcamaro Drives: 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 Z71 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: WI. Posts: 1,744	I am running headers and hi-flow cats with mine so our systems will be different from each other but as far as the Borla piece of my puzzle goes,I am extremely happy with their product. Quality seems really good and installation seems straight foreword. Go ahead and hit that "buy" button! lol __________________ SOLD(Traded for 2012 Silverado Z71 4x4 and 2012 Sonic Hatch.)...2010 Camaro 1SS/RS/LS3,yellow with House of Kolor Tangerine Pearl rally stripes,manual trans.Hurst short throw shifter,4 pack rally gauges,Roto-Fab air intake,Kooks long tube headers with high-flow cats,Borla S-Type catback exhaust,Comp Cam,PRC ported heads,Maggie with 3.6 pulley and 1:1 cog drive,secondary fuel system with 65lb injectors,ADM digital A/F and Boost gauge,Pfadt trailing arms and subframe bushings.614.25rwhp/566.82rwtq on 8# of boost. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 EX.Cab 4X4 Z71.

02-20-2011, 08:58 AM	#9
Racer X Drives: 2010 Black 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Blue Springs, MO Posts: 13	I installed the Borla "S" Type Axle-Back Mufflers. Not only do they sound great, I saved 21.2 lbs over the stock cans. That's a lot of extra weight hanging out over the rear axle.

02-20-2011, 09:17 AM	#11
huntrik Drives: 2011 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Fort Bragg, NC Posts: 63 View My Garage	Thanks for the input guys, I'm gonna go ahead and get em! Hunt

02-20-2011, 09:20 AM	#12
huntrik Drives: 2011 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Fort Bragg, NC Posts: 63 View My Garage	I think the ATAK sounds great but I'm stationed on a military post and I think it might be a little too much. I need to avoid the MP's as much as possible, LOL Hunt

02-21-2011, 07:18 AM	#13
bwpaint Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: May 2010 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 43	@ huntrik .... although those MPs will hear ya, they won't be able to catch ya!...well unless the are firing at ya! grin .... My son is in the Marines, he can hit a Mustang at 1000 yards, but will not lay-down fire at a Camaro! __________________ 2010 Camaro SS - 10.9 1/4 mi. Fastlane Turbo, PFADTCoilovers, PFADT Trailing Arms, PFADT Differential Bushings, Borla ATAKs, Cam, Duece Fuel Pump, Aux Transmission Cooler, Circle D 3200 Torque Converter, Circle D Transmission Upgrade, Under Pulley, Dyno'd at 615 RWTQ @ 12psi 11' Rear Tires, Nittos NT05Rs Double-Din with Pioneer CD/Stereo/GPS 64.5 Ford Mustang Ford F-350 2006 Honda GoldWing 1992 Harley-Davidson Softtail Custom www.webwize.com www.webwizebackup.com

02-21-2011, 09:04 AM	#14
Apex Motorsports Drives: 2000 Camaro SS Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Louisville, Ky. Posts: 25,179	The S-Type is a great middle of the road system. Much more aggressive than stock but not obnoxious. Be sure to hit me up before you hit that "buy now" button.

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