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rolnslo · 11-17-2009, 09:57 AM

First off...big thanks to SOLO Performance for the Mach XL cat-back system.

Awesome sound and easy install!

I had G-Force Motorsports install my Mach XL system yesterday morning. Comments from them were that these aftermarket kits rarely fit right straight out of the box and can be a pain to install...then they did my exhaust.

17 minutes. That's it...from the time the stock exhaust was off to the time my car was back on the ground and fired up for the first time. They were pleased with the smooth bends, perfect alignment and quick install.

This shop normally works on high power V8s so my V6 was a different sound than they are used to. The first comment out of the tech's mouth after he fired up the car for the first time...."That's unique!". I couldn't help but laugh since that was the type of sound I was going for.

As for dyno results, didn't gain anything and didn't lose anything. That's a good thing since it means that the GM design makes anything behind the cats somewhat invisible to the engine and that adding this exhaust kit didn't mess that up. I really wasn't looking for any gains with this kit, just for sound improvements and to get rid of those stupid looking cans under the rearend.

First impressions...

Initially, the exhaust sounded a bit "boomy" inside the car when I'd get on it. I wasn't quite ready for the change in sound but that's not necessarily a bad thing considering the stealth mode the stock exhaust provided. With the stock exhaust, I couldn't even hear it if I had the radio on, even at a low volume. With the Mach XL, you know it's there when you hit the go pedal but it quietly fades into the background when just cruising along in any gear. I like that. If I want to hear it, I can. If I'm just cruising along, it doesn't overpower the interior with excess sound. Nice balance. Even on my commute in this morning, the exhaust wasn't overbearing while in stop and go traffic but once the bottlenecks opened up...sweet sound!

Cold starts...Definitely louder than stock until the idle drops down from the high idle to normal.

Deceleration sounds...what can I say...it's awesome!

Overall, 100% satisfied with the Mach XL. I don't feel like I'm driving in stealth mode anymore and the sound is certainly fitting for the performance V6 that sits under the hood of a great looking exterior. It used to be that the only people who would turn to look at the car were ones that were already looking in my general direction. Now people turn to find the sound, then they see the car. Even on the drive home from work last night, I took off from a stop sign and a group of 3 guys walking on the sidewalk whipped their heads around before I was even 100 ft from them.

I'll try to get some more video to post this weekend but for now, this is what I've got up on Youtube. It was way too windy yesterday and most of the video I have was ruined by wind noise.

Dyno runs (notice that the dyno whine overwhelms the stock exhaust):

Cold starts:

GrimKeeper · 11-17-2009, 11:05 AM

Congrats ROLNSLO! Your review sounds very similar to my original one after getting the system tested and fitted on my car.

The noticeable change in sound from stock takes a little getting used, but once you do it is awesome. You will find over the next few weeks will change and deepen even a little more...it just gets better and better.

GOINGSOLO2 · 11-17-2009, 11:42 AM

Great review...thansk so much for taking the time to do this! I added your videos to the compilation, too.

rolnslo · 11-17-2009, 05:54 PM

Have I mentioned that I love being able to set off car alarms in the parking garage. Clutch in, little tap on the gas...horn chirp...another little tap...someone's alarm is going off.

I haven't been able to do that since I got rid of my '56 Chevy wagon.

Abygale · 11-17-2009, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by rolnslo

Have I mentioned that I love being able to set off car alarms in the parking garage. Clutch in, little tap on the gas...horn chirp...another little tap...someone's alarm is going off.

I haven't been able to do that since I got rid of my '56 Chevy wagon.

Congrats! I get mine put on in two days!

rolnslo · 11-17-2009, 06:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Abygale

Congrats! I get mine put on in two days!

Make sure you post video and let everyone know what you think.

billw501 · 11-17-2009, 06:17 PM

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Originally Posted by GOINGSOLO2

Great review...thansk so much for taking the time to do this! I added your videos to the compilation, too.

Feeling a little dumb here...can't find the Mach XL anywhere on your web site.

GOINGSOLO2 · 11-17-2009, 06:25 PM

It's not on the site yet...we are updating our catalog...call me with any questions or order inquiries. You can reach me at 516-655-9002. The compilation of videos is in my signature.

Abygale · 11-17-2009, 06:59 PM

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Originally Posted by rolnslo

Make sure you post video and let everyone know what you think.

I am going to dig out our old video camera tonight and see if it still works! I plan on watching the entire install!

GOINGSOLO2 · 11-17-2009, 07:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Abygale

I am going to dig out our old video camera tonight and see if it still works! I plan on watching the entire install!

That would be a great video!!!

HokieERVet · 11-17-2009, 08:25 PM

I got mine installed on Monday

I would write a review but I really it would just be a cut and paste of rolnslo post...I love this exhaust...this install went very quickly- perfect fit!!!

here are some photos during the install...

I also have a before and after video- is youtube the only way to post that?

HokieERVet · 11-17-2009, 08:44 PM

here is a before and after video- both from a cold start

GOINGSOLO2 · 11-17-2009, 09:25 PM

Sounds great! I added the video to the compilation!

TJ91 · 11-18-2009, 12:03 AM

love these vids, Solo exhaust sounds so mean especially when the tach starts to drop after a rev, has a mean burble kinda sound to it. Great exhaust and great vids guys, thanks for posting them, they sound great.
I almost woke everyone up after hearing the stealth mode at half volume, didnt expect the solo to just murder my ears lol I like it
rolnslo, car still dynos low numbers still......if it was an auto, wouldnt be too bad, but it should be at 263 for the M6, did you tke it back to the dealer? I need to bring mine back to the dealer next spring before i do any exhaust mods....i want them to have more expierence with camaros before getting mine in and playing with it.
Sounds great, really!....

11-17-2009, 09:57 AM	#1
rolnslo Rolling along... Drives: 2011 2SS/RS SGM Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 4,366 View My Garage	SOLO PERFORMANCE MACH XL = stealth mode option delete! First off...big thanks to SOLO Performance for the Mach XL cat-back system. Awesome sound and easy install! I had G-Force Motorsports install my Mach XL system yesterday morning. Comments from them were that these aftermarket kits rarely fit right straight out of the box and can be a pain to install...then they did my exhaust. 17 minutes. That's it...from the time the stock exhaust was off to the time my car was back on the ground and fired up for the first time. They were pleased with the smooth bends, perfect alignment and quick install. This shop normally works on high power V8s so my V6 was a different sound than they are used to. The first comment out of the tech's mouth after he fired up the car for the first time...."That's unique!". I couldn't help but laugh since that was the type of sound I was going for. As for dyno results, didn't gain anything and didn't lose anything. That's a good thing since it means that the GM design makes anything behind the cats somewhat invisible to the engine and that adding this exhaust kit didn't mess that up. I really wasn't looking for any gains with this kit, just for sound improvements and to get rid of those stupid looking cans under the rearend. First impressions... Initially, the exhaust sounded a bit "boomy" inside the car when I'd get on it. I wasn't quite ready for the change in sound but that's not necessarily a bad thing considering the stealth mode the stock exhaust provided. With the stock exhaust, I couldn't even hear it if I had the radio on, even at a low volume. With the Mach XL, you know it's there when you hit the go pedal but it quietly fades into the background when just cruising along in any gear. I like that. If I want to hear it, I can. If I'm just cruising along, it doesn't overpower the interior with excess sound. Nice balance. Even on my commute in this morning, the exhaust wasn't overbearing while in stop and go traffic but once the bottlenecks opened up...sweet sound! Cold starts...Definitely louder than stock until the idle drops down from the high idle to normal. Deceleration sounds...what can I say...it's awesome! Overall, 100% satisfied with the Mach XL. I don't feel like I'm driving in stealth mode anymore and the sound is certainly fitting for the performance V6 that sits under the hood of a great looking exterior. It used to be that the only people who would turn to look at the car were ones that were already looking in my general direction. Now people turn to find the sound, then they see the car. Even on the drive home from work last night, I took off from a stop sign and a group of 3 guys walking on the sidewalk whipped their heads around before I was even 100 ft from them. I'll try to get some more video to post this weekend but for now, this is what I've got up on Youtube. It was way too windy yesterday and most of the video I have was ruined by wind noise. Dyno runs (notice that the dyno whine overwhelms the stock exhaust): Cold starts: Attached Images __________________ 2011 2SS/RS Synergy Green A6

11-17-2009, 05:54 PM	#4
rolnslo Rolling along... Drives: 2011 2SS/RS SGM Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 4,366 View My Garage	Have I mentioned that I love being able to set off car alarms in the parking garage. Clutch in, little tap on the gas...horn chirp...another little tap...someone's alarm is going off. I haven't been able to do that since I got rid of my '56 Chevy wagon. __________________ 2011 2SS/RS Synergy Green A6

11-17-2009, 08:25 PM	#11
HokieERVet Drives: SIM/2LT/RS/Black/Manual Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Roanoke, VA Posts: 143	I got mine installed on Monday I would write a review but I really it would just be a cut and paste of rolnslo post...I love this exhaust...this install went very quickly- perfect fit!!! here are some photos during the install... I also have a before and after video- is youtube the only way to post that? Attached Images

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11-17-2009, 11:05 AM	#2
GrimKeeper Drives: 2010 Camaro 2LT/RS Yellow Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Richmond Hill Posts: 94	Congrats ROLNSLO! Your review sounds very similar to my original one after getting the system tested and fitted on my car. The noticeable change in sound from stock takes a little getting used, but once you do it is awesome. You will find over the next few weeks will change and deepen even a little more...it just gets better and better.

11-17-2009, 11:42 AM	#3
GOINGSOLO2 Drives: All Models Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: NY Posts: 1,475	Great review...thansk so much for taking the time to do this! I added your videos to the compilation, too.

11-17-2009, 06:25 PM	#8
GOINGSOLO2 Drives: All Models Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: NY Posts: 1,475	It's not on the site yet...we are updating our catalog...call me with any questions or order inquiries. You can reach me at 516-655-9002. The compilation of videos is in my signature.

11-17-2009, 09:25 PM	#13
GOINGSOLO2 Drives: All Models Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: NY Posts: 1,475	Sounds great! I added the video to the compilation!

11-18-2009, 12:03 AM	#14
TJ91 :chevy: Drives: 2LT/RS Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Toronto Posts: 13,035	love these vids, Solo exhaust sounds so mean especially when the tach starts to drop after a rev, has a mean burble kinda sound to it. Great exhaust and great vids guys, thanks for posting them, they sound great. I almost woke everyone up after hearing the stealth mode at half volume, didnt expect the solo to just murder my ears lol I like it rolnslo, car still dynos low numbers still......if it was an auto, wouldnt be too bad, but it should be at 263 for the M6, did you tke it back to the dealer? I need to bring mine back to the dealer next spring before i do any exhaust mods....i want them to have more expierence with camaros before getting mine in and playing with it. Sounds great, really!....