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2010IOMSS · 08-31-2009, 09:27 PM

Just installed axle back magnaflow 2.5" ss with 5 inch tips. Had to cut off the OEM exhaust to do it. No big deal but it would have been nice to know that before i made my decision. Oh well. The tips fill the holes and the sound isn't bad. It does amplify the AFM, just have to keep it in a lower gear in traffic. Maybe a stealth tune without the AFM is the next mod. The wife wanted a little more noise when she goes WOT

, so for the price it's great.

$374.00 delivered MarylandSpeed, actually it was free shipping

66DeuceLS1 · 08-31-2009, 10:22 PM

Was this the competition axle back system? What is AFM?

I ordered mine and cannot wait to get it! Then time to install that and my Magnaflow x-pipe too...can't wait to see how much it changes the sound.

2010IOMSS · 09-01-2009, 01:10 AM

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Originally Posted by 66DeuceLS1

Was this the competition axle back system? What is AFM?

I ordered mine and cannot wait to get it! Then time to install that and my Magnaflow x-pipe too...can't wait to see how much it changes the sound.

Yes Competition Series, Active Fuel Management allows the engine to operate in eight or four cylinder modes for increased fuel effiency. AFM (AFM) operates by energizing the valve lifters to be on or off. When in four-cylinder mode, the valves are closed and the fuel supply shut off. In the 4 cyl mode the exhaust has a weird note before it changes back to 8

GMtothecore · 09-01-2009, 01:36 AM

I just ordered the Doug Thorley shorty headers and Wednesday I'm getting the resonators/baffles cut out and straight pipe with an X-pipe in it's place.....along with some Flowmaster Super 44 series mufflers.

I know this will be an awesome combo, I'm just hoping the AFM isn't going to be too annoying.

Augie1978 · 09-01-2009, 06:25 AM

Do you have a part number for those Magnaflows? Where did you get the tips?

*CamaroSpike23* · 09-01-2009, 07:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Augie1978

Do you have a part number for those Magnaflows? Where did you get the tips?

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/wiki.php?title=EXHAUST

caverman · 09-01-2009, 08:05 AM

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Originally Posted by 66DeuceLS1

What is AFM?

AFM is only on the automatics. You won't have this issue on the M6.

BTW: All axle-back systems make you cut the OEM pipe. IMO this will only be an issue 30+ years from now if these become classics and you decided to restore the car back to factory specs.

caverman · 09-01-2009, 08:06 AM

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Originally Posted by GMtothecore

I just ordered the Doug Thorley shorty headers and Wednesday I'm getting the resonators/baffles cut out and straight pipe with an X-pipe in it's place.....along with some Flowmaster Super 44 series mufflers.

I know this will be an awesome combo, I'm just hoping the AFM isn't going to be too annoying.

Man....try to get some video when you're done and post it. I haven't heard any flowmasters yet. Also, it would be nice to see dyno numbers before and after your mods. They sound like they will be some common mods for alot of people.

2010IOMSS · 09-01-2009, 09:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Augie1978

Do you have a part number for those Magnaflows? Where did you get the tips?

Part Number is 16582 and the tips are attached

2010IOMSS · 09-01-2009, 09:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GMtothecore

I just ordered the Doug Thorley shorty headers and Wednesday I'm getting the resonators/baffles cut out and straight pipe with an X-pipe in it's place.....along with some Flowmaster Super 44 series mufflers.

I know this will be an awesome combo, I'm just hoping the AFM isn't going to be too annoying.

When U get it completed we need a video so we can hear the flowmasters

MarylandSpeed · 09-04-2009, 11:17 PM

PM us for a Coupon code to save a bunch on Magnaflow...

NAHURRY · 09-05-2009, 08:16 PM

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Xmicro_SS · 09-05-2009, 08:33 PM

I just went through an extensive test of the new SOLO Performance Axle back system on my car. THe drone in 6th is minimum under full load with AC on and will be in that ballpark when available (2 or 3 weeks).

I went to SOLO because the Magnaflow on my SKY has gotten dronier with age, i mean it always had drone. The full X-Pipe cat back I have on my car is sweet with NO DRONE.

Read here:

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41041

08-31-2009, 09:27 PM	#1
2010IOMSS 1SG Retired US Army 42yrs Drives: 2014 Stingray Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Chambersburg, PA Posts: 43 View My Garage	Magnaflow Axle Back Just installed axle back magnaflow 2.5" ss with 5 inch tips. Had to cut off the OEM exhaust to do it. No big deal but it would have been nice to know that before i made my decision. Oh well. The tips fill the holes and the sound isn't bad. It does amplify the AFM, just have to keep it in a lower gear in traffic. Maybe a stealth tune without the AFM is the next mod. The wife wanted a little more noise when she goes WOT, so for the price it's great. $374.00 delivered MarylandSpeed, actually it was free shipping __________________ 2017 Nightfall Gray Camaro 2014 Artic White Stingray Vert 2016 Black Colorado

08-31-2009, 10:22 PM	#2
66DeuceLS1 Drives: 2010 2SS/RS SIM M6 Hockey Kit Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Platte City, MO Posts: 92	Was this the competition axle back system? What is AFM? I ordered mine and cannot wait to get it! Then time to install that and my Magnaflow x-pipe too...can't wait to see how much it changes the sound. __________________ 2SS/RS SIM M6 Polished 20's, Hockey Strips, GFX, Kooks LT's, High flow CATS, Magnaflow x-pipe, Vararam CAI

09-01-2009, 01:36 AM	#4
GMtothecore "That Guy" Drives: Camaro SS...........what else? Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: OOOOOOOklahoma where the wind comes sweepin' down the plains. Posts: 2,360	I just ordered the Doug Thorley shorty headers and Wednesday I'm getting the resonators/baffles cut out and straight pipe with an X-pipe in it's place.....along with some Flowmaster Super 44 series mufflers. I know this will be an awesome combo, I'm just hoping the AFM isn't going to be too annoying. __________________

09-01-2009, 06:25 AM	#5
Augie1978 Drives: 2011 2SS RS Vert Join Date: May 2009 Location: Central Illinois Posts: 621	Do you have a part number for those Magnaflows? Where did you get the tips? __________________ 2SS RS, Triple Black Vert, Manual, Hurst Shifter. American Racing Headers, Roto-Fab CAI

09-05-2009, 08:33 PM	#13
Xmicro_SS Thank You GM Drives: Sky Redline & Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 2,876	I just went through an extensive test of the new SOLO Performance Axle back system on my car. THe drone in 6th is minimum under full load with AC on and will be in that ballpark when available (2 or 3 weeks). I went to SOLO because the Magnaflow on my SKY has gotten dronier with age, i mean it always had drone. The full X-Pipe cat back I have on my car is sweet with NO DRONE. Read here: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41041 __________________ 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

09-04-2009, 11:17 PM	#11
MarylandSpeed Account Suspended Drives: 2012 ZL1 & 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Maryland Posts: 3,378	PM us for a Coupon code to save a bunch on Magnaflow...

09-05-2009, 08:16 PM	#12
NAHURRY Love's to Detail Drives: 2010 SS,97silverado/08crewcab Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Greenville SC. Posts: 1,421	.....

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