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ReVeNanTSS · 08-26-2020, 02:27 PM

Hi Guys,

Today I delete resonator. Made 2 independent straight pipes. I want get some old school muscle sound. Without resonator it is better sounding. I like it. But for future I want connect this pipes with same diameter pipe and make H pipe (After convertors where resonator begins). To get more old muscle sound on idle and make a little bit back pressure. Because I noticed I lose some torque in 2K-2.5K RPM range. Can you describe where to put H connection and make some little back pressure for not losing power. Please look for photo below I marked location for connection of H pipe. Choose which one is better for better sound and little backpressure: Engine: L99, AFM:disabled

NEstyle · 08-26-2020, 02:39 PM

H-pipes don't add backpressure and you don't want backpressure. Now that that's out of the way, it will be pretty much impossible for anyone to tell you where an H-pipe will work best without testing each position on a dyno.

ReVeNanTSS · 08-26-2020, 02:40 PM

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Originally Posted by NEstyle

H-pipes don't add backpressure and you don't want backpressure. Now that that's out of the way, it will be pretty much impossible for anyone to tell you where an H-pipe will work best without testing each position on a dyno.

I prefer 1 because on LS3 stock H connection is there

George-CZ · 08-26-2020, 02:42 PM

Wouldn't it be easier to get a used LS3 exhaust?

ReVeNanTSS · 08-26-2020, 02:43 PM

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Originally Posted by George-CZ

Wouldn't it be easier to get a used LS3 exhaust?

Not in my country

We don't have LS3 camaros here..

George-CZ · 08-26-2020, 02:55 PM

Otherwise I also like the old school sound H-pipe.
After all, that's why I didn't buy any performance exhaust system. All I found was an X-pipe and I just didn't like the sound.

I have a vision in my head to once buy a 3 "SW retro chambered, throw out an X-pipe and replace it with an H-pipe. The sound must be awsome !!!

George-CZ · 08-26-2020, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by ReVeNanTSS

Not in my country

We don't have LS3 camaros here..

I understand Azerbaijan ... I can see it now.

1JEWLDSSRS · 08-26-2020, 03:12 PM

Judging from all the catback systems I have seen in my time for these Camaros, and mine is an L99 all cammed up, the x will give you more flow and it also will create a raspy sound and sound weird, mine was lije that before the cam. The h will give you a more lower growlier sound for sure but no added flow. The location I put my x in is at location# 2 where the indention is in that big resonator, also the systems that have an h instead like the LS3 the h is also located there, just in front of the trans tunnel cross brace. If you cut open that big resonator you will see that that area has an h cross over to the other side, and the LS3 as well where their resonators are as well. Hope this helps and good luck sir.

ReVeNanTSS · 08-26-2020, 03:25 PM

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Originally Posted by 1JEWLDSSRS

Judging from all the catback systems I have seen in my time for these Camaros, and mine is an L99 all cammed up, the x will give you more flow and it also will create a raspy sound and sound weird, mine was lije that before the cam. The h will give you a more lower growlier sound for sure but no added flow. The location I put my x in is at location# 2 where the indention is in that big resonator, also the systems that have an h instead like the LS3 the h is also located there, just in front of the trans tunnel cross brace. If you cut open that big resonator you will see that that area has an h cross over to the other side, and the LS3 as well where their resonators are as well. Hope this helps and good luck sir.

Yeah i see inside of resonator on location 2 has area. In front of cross brace to engine yes?

NEstyle · 08-26-2020, 03:29 PM

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Originally Posted by ReVeNanTSS

I prefer 1 because on LS3 stock H connection is there

I'm not saying don't install one. I'm just saying that they don't add backpressure. I have an H and recommend them over X's because X's sound horrible in my (and many others) opinion.

ReVeNanTSS · 08-26-2020, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by NEstyle

I'm not saying don't install one. I'm just saying that they don't add backpressure. I have an H and recommend them over X's because X's sound horrible in my (and many others) opinion.

Yes that is why i wat H pipe)

byrds8 · 08-27-2020, 08:43 AM

I have never heard anyone say my car sounded bad and it has an x-pipe on it. Most people say it sounds pretty awesome. I have the below SOLO Performance on it along with LTs.

https://shop-solo-performance.com/en...0-present.html

1JEWLDSSRS · 08-27-2020, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by ReVeNanTSS

Yeah i see inside of resonator on location 2 has area. In front of cross brace to engine yes?

Trans tunnel cross brace is where you want to install the h-pipe. Black cross bar in this pic.

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NEstyle · 08-27-2020, 11:51 AM

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Trans tunnel cross brace is where you want to install the h-pipe. Black cross bar in this pic.

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How did you determine that's the optimal position? Did you try multiple locations and dyno test each one and optimize the tune for each position?

08-26-2020, 02:27 PM	#1
ReVeNanTSS Drives: 2012 Camaro SS 45th Anniversary EU Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Azerbaijan Posts: 62	Only resonator - Straight pipe. Choose H location guys Hi Guys, Today I delete resonator. Made 2 independent straight pipes. I want get some old school muscle sound. Without resonator it is better sounding. I like it. But for future I want connect this pipes with same diameter pipe and make H pipe (After convertors where resonator begins). To get more old muscle sound on idle and make a little bit back pressure. Because I noticed I lose some torque in 2K-2.5K RPM range. Can you describe where to put H connection and make some little back pressure for not losing power. Please look for photo below I marked location for connection of H pipe. Choose which one is better for better sound and little backpressure: Engine: L99, AFM:disabled Attached Images

08-26-2020, 03:12 PM	#8
1JEWLDSSRS Drives: 2011 SS-RS Join Date: May 2011 Location: FLORIDA Posts: 11,485	Judging from all the catback systems I have seen in my time for these Camaros, and mine is an L99 all cammed up, the x will give you more flow and it also will create a raspy sound and sound weird, mine was lije that before the cam. The h will give you a more lower growlier sound for sure but no added flow. The location I put my x in is at location# 2 where the indention is in that big resonator, also the systems that have an h instead like the LS3 the h is also located there, just in front of the trans tunnel cross brace. If you cut open that big resonator you will see that that area has an h cross over to the other side, and the LS3 as well where their resonators are as well. Hope this helps and good luck sir. __________________ TSP STAGE 3 CAM,231/246 @112 LSA 614/641 LIFT, CIRCLE D 5C-4200-4500 CONVERTER,LOD INTAKE.CORSA EXHAUST. DSS 1 PC DS. PEGASUS SOLID CRADLE MOUNTS. 486RWHP/475RWTQ.LOTS MORE.

08-27-2020, 08:43 AM	#12
byrds8 Drives: 2013 Camaro 2SS, L99 Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Florida Posts: 447 View My Garage	I have never heard anyone say my car sounded bad and it has an x-pipe on it. Most people say it sounds pretty awesome. I have the below SOLO Performance on it along with LTs. https://shop-solo-performance.com/en...0-present.html __________________ 2013 Camaro SS/RS, Stainless Power long tube headers with HF's, Air Raid CAI, Solo Mach XL cat back, BC Racing coil overs, Elite Engineering catch can, Ferrada Forge 8 Wheels, Windows tinted at 20%, Tuned by Dyno Steve.

08-26-2020, 02:39 PM	#2
NEstyle Drives: Caprice Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: SE PA Posts: 194	H-pipes don't add backpressure and you don't want backpressure. Now that that's out of the way, it will be pretty much impossible for anyone to tell you where an H-pipe will work best without testing each position on a dyno.

08-26-2020, 02:42 PM	#4
George-CZ Drives: 2010 2SS LS3 and 1978 STROKER 383 Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Czech Republic Posts: 1,592	Wouldn't it be easier to get a used LS3 exhaust?

08-26-2020, 02:55 PM	#6
George-CZ Drives: 2010 2SS LS3 and 1978 STROKER 383 Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Czech Republic Posts: 1,592	Otherwise I also like the old school sound H-pipe. After all, that's why I didn't buy any performance exhaust system. All I found was an X-pipe and I just didn't like the sound. I have a vision in my head to once buy a 3 "SW retro chambered, throw out an X-pipe and replace it with an H-pipe. The sound must be awsome !!!