Best exhaust?

[Ivan @ Southwest Speed]

Originally Posted by Astonius

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!

Doug Thorley has the absolute best bang for the buck on the market. Period.

Their Long Tubes outflow the ever popular ARH's at a much less price with the same lifetime warranty.
http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...t=71497&page=3
(Post #57 shows independant dyno results of the two)

Listen to the Doug Thorley Catback and tell me how that doesn't mop everyone up. And with prices around $550 everywhere....


And that's with STOCK manifolds!!

Just my humble opinion, but if I can get better quality, more power, at a lower price then the rest......??? Should be a slam dunk.

PM me for more info!
-Ivan

[danhr]

ummmm aren't the doug thorley longtubes only 1 3/4?

[Ivan @ Southwest Speed]

Originally Posted by danhr

ummmm aren't the doug thorley longtubes only 1 3/4?

That's a very astute perception.

What's the point however? It's not like he's (or anyone for that matter) pushing more than 600-650??

A 1 3/4" is fine for 90% of the people here. Especially for the OP.

He did say

Bang for the buck

didn't he??

-Ivan

[danhr]

Originally Posted by Bad Karma

That's a very astute perception.

What's the point however? It's not like he's (or anyone for that matter) pushing more than 600-650??

Uhhh yeah.... I'm 99% sure I am....

Originally Posted by Bad Karma

A 1 3/4" is fine for 90% of the people here. Especially for the OP.

now THAT'S a astute perception. What is the reasoning behind this?

Originally Posted by Bad Karma

He did say bang for buck didn't he??

Yes, but he wasn't specific on what his goals are further down the line. What if the OP decides to put a 150 shot on the car in a few months? He will need help getting those exhaust gases out.

[Ivan @ Southwest Speed]

Originally Posted by danhr

Uhhh yeah.... I'm 99% sure I am....



now THAT'S a astute perception. What is the reasoning behind this?



Yes, but he wasn't specific on what his goals are further down the line. What if the OP decides to put a 150 shot on the car in a few months? He will need help getting those exhaust gases out.

Just giving the OP the best option that's out there right now giving his qualifying information.

You made it sound like having a 1 3/4 Long Tube was a bad thing. Again, without people like Ted Janetty posting tech specs on the differences between the primary sizes, many people wouldn't know how to better judge and place a value on how they spend their money on Headers.

Again, you might be the exception since you've dropped a little coin into your rig, but most people aren't there or don't plan on going there for some time so in that case, 1 3/4' Long Tubes fit the bill.

We can both assume anything about what anybody wants to do or might do, but how many people actually need that extra 1/8" ? Honestly??

Agreed or do you wanna internet fight some more??

-Ivan

[Astonius]

This is all great info. Thanks for your insights. The SOLO does sound pretty nice. I've also been looking into Magnaflow since Amazon is running 30% off Magnaflow kits right now.

I don't think I want to go with a 1 3/4" tube for future sake. I'd rather spend a litle extra for a 2.5" or 3" pipe. I'll let you guys know what I decide to go with.

[firefighter1]

Just so you know that coupon code for the 30% off is only good if the kits comes from Amazon direct, won't work if it's coming from a 3rd party dealer!

[Riderover40]

Originally Posted by 06blownSS

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!

Go with the Corsa ss cat back performance dual exit exhaust.....they advertise no drone, I bought it, I love it and there is no drone! It is respectably quiet for neighbors but when you want to let it loose this exhaust howls like a straight through....frikin awesome sound IMO!!

Mind you I have married my Corsa with Kooks 1-7/8 LT's and catted conmnectors !!