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Astonius · 04-10-2010, 12:58 PM

I realize exhaust choices are based a lot on opinion, but I'm hoping you all can help me decide which one to go with. I would like to get the most bang-for-my-buck. I want a deep, throaty tone that's not so loud that I can't hear my music or wakes the neighbors, but will let people know when I'm getting on it. I'd also like to know which brands/types will produce the most horsepower increase. Also, my SS is an automatic. I would like to keep AFM on, but I need an exhaust that will support that without the drone. I'm leaning towards a Corsa cat-back system, but I'm not so sure I want to drop $1200+ on it... which is why I need your help! Thanks everyone!

nosrettap58 · 04-10-2010, 01:12 PM

There are a lot of sound bites on you tube for the different cat backs etc. My favorite is the borla s type.

06blownSS · 04-10-2010, 01:17 PM

I have the S-type Borla on my LS3 and I love it! Drone is unavoidable with cat-backs...so on the highway cruising at 2000rpms theres a constant reminder of what lurks beneath. When letting off the gas the exhaust pops all kinds sooo cool! Its loud but not obnoxious and it doesnt wake the neighbors late night coming home! Borla all the way!

Astonius · 04-10-2010, 01:21 PM

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Originally Posted by 06blownSS

Drone is unavoidable with cat-backs...so on the highway cruising at 2000rpms theres a constant reminder of what lurks beneath.

On Corsa's site it states that the SS A6 cat-back system they offer eliminates the AFM drone. Is that just marketing talk or is it true?

06blownSS · 04-10-2010, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Astonius

On Corsa's site it states that the SS A6 cat-back system they offer eliminates the AFM drone. Is that just marketing talk or is it true?

I wouldnt know, I have the LS3

... but if drone is that much of an issue to you dont change the exhaust. And I have heard the difference between my borla and my buddy's C5 Z06 with a corsa exhaust and the corsa just sounds so raspy.....my opinion.

GB EB · 04-10-2010, 01:44 PM

delete.

Xmicro_SS · 04-10-2010, 02:26 PM

If you want a tight, deep throaty sound with ZERO drone on the highway for under $800 shipped to your door. Get what I have, the SOLO MACH X. I love the hell out of this full stainless system with an x-Resonator and 4.5" double walled tips. It is sweet as hell. Look them up on here, there is a ton of positive feedback!

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...ght=SOLO+CLIPS

nosrettap58 · 04-10-2010, 02:33 PM

That solo sounds soooooooo Low.I like it.

Xmicro_SS · 04-10-2010, 02:39 PM

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Originally Posted by nosrettap58

That solo sounds soooooooo Low.I like it.

It is and has zero drone. It has a very "tight" sound, not raspy and loose sounding like many of the other name brands. For the money a hands down winner. If people can just get over the BRAND BS. SOLO has amazing customer feedback, read the forum and see for yourself.

danhr · 04-10-2010, 02:49 PM

As you mentioned, exhausts are all opinion based. I was never a big fan of borla's, they are obnoxiously loud imho, and sound like a straight pipe.

Personally, I would go to a meet, if I were you. Listen to some exhausts in person. Look up some of the designs of the different exhausts, as well as their fit.

I personally went with Kooks. it's very quiet at idle, and a monster at WOT. It's a 3" exhaust, so it allows the engine to breath a lot more than others. Here's a short sound clip.

Kwik · 04-10-2010, 08:09 PM

3" Magnaflow for the cat-back. 1 7/8" Kooks headers and cats.

acatlover13 · 04-10-2010, 10:13 PM

I too have the Solo Mach X, and it had no drone at highway cruising speeds....well not until I installed the headers anyway. Now it's loud as hell under power, and has a constant drone at cruising speeds. Not obnoxious, but noticable.

Xmicro_SS · 04-10-2010, 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by acatlover13

I too have the Solo Mach X, and it had no drone at highway cruising speeds....well not until I installed the headers anyway. Now it's loud as hell under power, and has a constant drone at cruising speeds. Not obnoxious, but noticable.

Headers is a tough thing, it really changes the dynamics. You should call Steve or Jeff at SOLO, he may be able to sell you some resonators to take it down a bit. They are very good with that kind of customizing. The do custom exhausts all day long, for daily beaters to custom show cars.

All you would have to do is take them to a muffler shop and have them welded in the rear, there is a TON of room back there. The shop would charge you $50-$75 bucks to weld them in.

4xchamp · 04-11-2010, 05:20 PM

Headers , high flow cats and OEM pipes will actually give you power and sound .
I think it's been proven the OEM exhaust is cleverly engineered and poses no restriction on a normal engine ( 6.2 / 6600 rpm ).

04-10-2010, 12:58 PM	#1
Astonius Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS L99 Black Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Bentonville, AR Posts: 24	Best exhaust? I realize exhaust choices are based a lot on opinion, but I'm hoping you all can help me decide which one to go with. I would like to get the most bang-for-my-buck. I want a deep, throaty tone that's not so loud that I can't hear my music or wakes the neighbors, but will let people know when I'm getting on it. I'd also like to know which brands/types will produce the most horsepower increase. Also, my SS is an automatic. I would like to keep AFM on, but I need an exhaust that will support that without the drone. I'm leaning towards a Corsa cat-back system, but I'm not so sure I want to drop $1200+ on it... which is why I need your help! Thanks everyone!

04-10-2010, 01:17 PM	#3
06blownSS Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Montreal!! Posts: 753	I have the S-type Borla on my LS3 and I love it! Drone is unavoidable with cat-backs...so on the highway cruising at 2000rpms theres a constant reminder of what lurks beneath. When letting off the gas the exhaust pops all kinds sooo cool! Its loud but not obnoxious and it doesnt wake the neighbors late night coming home! Borla all the way! __________________ Black on Black on Black 2010 Camaro 2SS LS3;K&N intake, Dynatech 1 7/8 catted LTs, Borla S Cat Back, Eibach prokit, Pfadt rear trailing arms, ZL-1 driveline, BTR Stage III Cam, Tuned by Performance Redline 444.1whp & 442.9 ft-lb

04-10-2010, 02:26 PM	#7
Xmicro_SS Thank You GM Drives: Sky Redline & Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 2,876	If you want a tight, deep throaty sound with ZERO drone on the highway for under $800 shipped to your door. Get what I have, the SOLO MACH X. I love the hell out of this full stainless system with an x-Resonator and 4.5" double walled tips. It is sweet as hell. Look them up on here, there is a ton of positive feedback! http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...ght=SOLO+CLIPS __________________ ITS HERE! : 2010 Camaro 2SS / 6 Speed Manual (No other way) / Silver Ice Metallic / Inferno Orange Interior Accent / RS Package / Polished Wheels / SOLO MACH X CAT BACK

04-10-2010, 02:49 PM	#10
danhr BAMF SS Drives: 2016 Camaro 1SS A8 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Ford City, PA Posts: 3,023	As you mentioned, exhausts are all opinion based. I was never a big fan of borla's, they are obnoxiously loud imho, and sound like a straight pipe. Personally, I would go to a meet, if I were you. Listen to some exhausts in person. Look up some of the designs of the different exhausts, as well as their fit. I personally went with Kooks. it's very quiet at idle, and a monster at WOT. It's a 3" exhaust, so it allows the engine to breath a lot more than others. Here's a short sound clip. __________________ 2016 1SS A8: FBO + Circle D + P1X + Meth + Tuned by Pray Performance Stock Longblock 800 SAE rwhp. 9.4 @ 145 mph.

04-10-2010, 10:13 PM	#12
acatlover13 Emerald Coast Camaros Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Camaro IOM/IO Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Lynn Haven, Florida Posts: 3,054 View My Garage	I too have the Solo Mach X, and it had no drone at highway cruising speeds....well not until I installed the headers anyway. Now it's loud as hell under power, and has a constant drone at cruising speeds. Not obnoxious, but noticable. __________________ ECC on Facebook 2010 Camaro SS/RS IOM, IO interior, Custom Striping, Razzi body kit ADM CAI w/scoop/Dynatech Headers & Hi-Flow Cats/Solo Performance Exhaust, FTI 3600 Stall/Comp Cams custom grind cam/LS3 conversion/FAST 102 Intake

04-10-2010, 01:12 PM	#2
nosrettap58 nosrettap58 Drives: 2023 Camaro 2SS Convertible Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Montana Posts: 195	There are a lot of sound bites on you tube for the different cat backs etc. My favorite is the borla s type.

04-10-2010, 01:44 PM	#6
GB EB Drives: 2014 Stingray 2LT/Z51 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: NAS PENSACOLA, FL Posts: 2,375 View My Garage	delete.

04-10-2010, 02:33 PM	#8
nosrettap58 nosrettap58 Drives: 2023 Camaro 2SS Convertible Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Montana Posts: 195	That solo sounds soooooooo Low.I like it.

04-10-2010, 08:09 PM	#11
Kwik Drives: car Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: USA Posts: 801	3" Magnaflow for the cat-back. 1 7/8" Kooks headers and cats.

04-11-2010, 05:20 PM	#14
4xchamp MURC 666 Drives: 69 Pace Car 68 Camaro Restomod 81 Z Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: New England , U.S.A. Posts: 480	Headers , high flow cats and OEM pipes will actually give you power and sound . I think it's been proven the OEM exhaust is cleverly engineered and poses no restriction on a normal engine ( 6.2 / 6600 rpm ). __________________ Guys hoarding their Camaros are depriving some youngster the opportunity to restore it 25 years from now . Drive it like you stole it , let the next guy baby it !

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