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rdread · 06-09-2010, 04:42 PM

I know exhaust sounds are a personal thing. I have listened to countless clips of different exhaust systems on the web, I think most of them sound superior to the stock system. I've driven a LS3 with a Borla S-type, and it was a little too loud for me. I purchased a "used" Solo Mach X for my LS3 hoping it would be the perfect system. Sadly, it is not perfect for me. It sounds great around town and during "spirited" driving, however, on the highway, windows up, it's just too loud inside the car, around 2k RPM. I've contacted Solo and they had some suggestions. It's not leaking, clamps are all tight, and there's good clearance between the muffler/xpipe and heatshield.
All that being said, does anyone have any personal experiences comparing the Solo Mach X with the Magnaflow "Street" system, or the Flowmaster American Thunder system? Specifically the cabin sound at 2k RPM? I know Corsa's system is probably the way to go, but if I can avoid spending an extra $500 or $600, that would make me (and my wife!) happy!
Does anyone in the Atlanta area with either the Magnaflow Street or Flowmaster American Thunder that I could hear in person?
My apologies for such a long post, and thanks for any information.

MoranoRacing · 06-09-2010, 05:36 PM

I would consider magnaflow. Nice and tame during normal driving but sounds good, and awesome at wot

The magnaflow street series would be my recommendation
http://www.************.com/ma20cav82sya.html

2010 SSRS · 06-09-2010, 05:52 PM

Corsa sounds awesome

Bell040 · 06-09-2010, 06:35 PM

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Originally Posted by ************

I would consider magnaflow. Nice and tame during normal driving but sounds good, and awesome at wot

The magnaflow street series would be my recommendation
http://www.************.com/ma20cav82sya.html

I have Magnaflows... but I will be switching to something louder. It seems quieter than the stock exhaust with headers.

I hate when a 4.6 L mustang drives up and sounds meaner than my 6.2 L beast.

PsshPlzz · 06-09-2010, 06:54 PM

im lookin at going slp all the way back from the motor, i think they sound the best. Known slp for a while as well.

2010SSRSM6 · 06-09-2010, 07:03 PM

FlowMaster's American Thunder mufflers are going to be WWWAAAAAAYYYYYYY too loud if the Solo's are too loud for you.

*mlee* · 06-09-2010, 07:06 PM

Your post indicates you are pretty well informed and have even tried some out... also sounds like drone at 2K RPM is your main issue..

I would suggest Corsa, but you have ruled that out so Magnaflow would be your next best bet...

GSUNCSU · 06-09-2010, 07:14 PM

I went with Magnaflow axle backs, not much louder than stock cruising around, but sounds good when you step on.

rdread · 06-10-2010, 09:22 AM

Thanks for the feedback. I figured a Corsa would solve my problem. I was just hoping there would be a less expensive alternative to the Corsa. If I consider the Corsa, then I have to consider a Borla Touring (same ballpark pricewise). I haven't given up on a Magnaflow Street yet, hopefully I'll get to hear one in person soon.

markmass · 06-10-2010, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by rdread

Thanks for the feedback. I figured a Corsa would solve my problem. I was just hoping there would be a less expensive alternative to the Corsa. If I consider the Corsa, then I have to consider a Borla Touring (same ballpark pricewise). I haven't given up on a Magnaflow Street yet, hopefully I'll get to hear one in person soon.

Look at SOLO PERFORMANCE - number of threads on here and a bunch pf video compilations - Number or people have them - including me - Great price and performance.

rdread · 06-10-2010, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by markmass

Look at SOLO PERFORMANCE - number of threads on here and a bunch pf video compilations - Number or people have them - including me - Great price and performance.

Thanks, but that's what I have now, so I'm looking for something with less 2k "drone".

markmass · 06-10-2010, 12:38 PM

Ah --- apologies.... must get glasses when im out next...

rdread · 06-10-2010, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by markmass

Ah --- apologies.... must get glasses when im out next...

No sweat! Glad you like your SOLO.

seddon · 06-10-2010, 01:01 PM

I was where you are now. It looks like you know that the corsa will give you what you want but you would also like to save some money. I was in the same boat but then I figured it was not worth it and both the corsa. I am so happy I did. The corsa is quiet it's even quieter than stock when cruising but when you get on it it's beautiful. No drone what so ever and I love that popping sound when I let off the gas. I say bite the bullet and just go for it. Save a few bucks and install it yourself.

06-09-2010, 04:42 PM	#1
rdread Drives: 2010 2SS/RS 6M CGM Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: north georgia Posts: 19	Catback Exhaust Questions I know exhaust sounds are a personal thing. I have listened to countless clips of different exhaust systems on the web, I think most of them sound superior to the stock system. I've driven a LS3 with a Borla S-type, and it was a little too loud for me. I purchased a "used" Solo Mach X for my LS3 hoping it would be the perfect system. Sadly, it is not perfect for me. It sounds great around town and during "spirited" driving, however, on the highway, windows up, it's just too loud inside the car, around 2k RPM. I've contacted Solo and they had some suggestions. It's not leaking, clamps are all tight, and there's good clearance between the muffler/xpipe and heatshield. All that being said, does anyone have any personal experiences comparing the Solo Mach X with the Magnaflow "Street" system, or the Flowmaster American Thunder system? Specifically the cabin sound at 2k RPM? I know Corsa's system is probably the way to go, but if I can avoid spending an extra $500 or $600, that would make me (and my wife!) happy! Does anyone in the Atlanta area with either the Magnaflow Street or Flowmaster American Thunder that I could hear in person? My apologies for such a long post, and thanks for any information.

06-09-2010, 05:52 PM	#3
2010 SSRS Drives: 3 V8 Camaros Join Date: May 2009 Location: The Ocean State Posts: 111,186 View My Garage	Corsa sounds awesome __________________ Jannetty Racing JRE Street Package

06-09-2010, 06:54 PM	#5
PsshPlzz I'm so JDM I have SARS Drives: 2010 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: May 2010 Location: North NJ Posts: 151	im lookin at going slp all the way back from the motor, i think they sound the best. Known slp for a while as well. __________________ RotoFab Intake, ARH Long Tube Headers, SLP Loudmouth I Axle Back, Custom 273 Cam from Cartek, Valve springs+seats etc etc....Dyno Tune from Cartek Performance: 480whp 426tq

06-09-2010, 07:03 PM	#6
2010SSRSM6 Drives: My wife crazy with my C5 usage. Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: DFW Posts: 6,553 View My Garage	FlowMaster's American Thunder mufflers are going to be WWWAAAAAAYYYYYYY too loud if the Solo's are too loud for you. __________________ UNDER CONSTRUCTION......again......

06-09-2010, 07:06 PM	#7
mlee CamaroFans.com Drives: ZLE & ZR2 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Conroe, TX Posts: 37,996 View My Garage	Your post indicates you are pretty well informed and have even tried some out... also sounds like drone at 2K RPM is your main issue.. I would suggest Corsa, but you have ruled that out so Magnaflow would be your next best bet... __________________

06-09-2010, 05:36 PM	#2
MoranoRacing Account Suspended Drives: 2005 GTO, 1973 Camaro Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Westchester Posts: 460	I would consider magnaflow. Nice and tame during normal driving but sounds good, and awesome at wot The magnaflow street series would be my recommendation http://www.************.com/ma20cav82sya.html

06-09-2010, 07:14 PM	#8
GSUNCSU Watch This! Drives: Super Charged 1SS/RS, M6, CGM Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Columbus, GA Posts: 777 View My Garage	I went with Magnaflow axle backs, not much louder than stock cruising around, but sounds good when you step on. __________________ K&N CAI, Wet Okole Seat Covers, MagnaFlow Street Perf. Ex. (Axle Back), MPD Hood, Gary's Customz ZL1 Fascia/Vented Fenders/Custom Stripes/Paint, AAC Afterburners/Fog Light Halos/Side Markers/Misc LEDs, Bee-Otch Air Freshener, Hurst Shifter and Line-Loc(APEX), RPI Splash Guards, MagnaCharger *(Texas-Speed)(Installed by ME),* Rx Catch Can and Breather, Billet Pulleys (SC2150), ARH Headers, LPE Twin Fuel Pump, Custom Blower Cam, Custom Tune TBArwhp, TBArwtorq, Boost Gauge and Single Pod (MTI)

06-10-2010, 09:22 AM	#9
rdread Drives: 2010 2SS/RS 6M CGM Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: north georgia Posts: 19	Thanks for the feedback. I figured a Corsa would solve my problem. I was just hoping there would be a less expensive alternative to the Corsa. If I consider the Corsa, then I have to consider a Borla Touring (same ballpark pricewise). I haven't given up on a Magnaflow Street yet, hopefully I'll get to hear one in person soon.

06-10-2010, 12:38 PM	#12
markmass TRI-COUNTY CAMAROS Drives: 2SS/RS Oct 2009 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Coral Springs Florida Posts: 448 View My Garage	Ah --- apologies.... must get glasses when im out next... __________________ GET-TORQ custom CAM 223/243 LSA113, Full LS3 conversion, 3200 stall Multi-Disk TC from Circle-D, B&M Supercooler to cool that tranny down....1 7/8" Kooks Headers and High flowCats. MACH XL Catbacks. Eibach springs, R2C Performance CAI, powdercoated calipers, Footwell lighting in tune with dome lights, tints, ABL Lighting, ACS T3 ports and ACS Eagle T3 triple LED lighting kit. Heritage grill, Hex vents, ZL1 rockers, ZL1 Diffuser, Quad tips...the list keeps getting longer - whats next??

06-10-2010, 01:01 PM	#14
seddon Drives: 2017 ZL1 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: NYC Posts: 1,165	I was where you are now. It looks like you know that the corsa will give you what you want but you would also like to save some money. I was in the same boat but then I figured it was not worth it and both the corsa. I am so happy I did. The corsa is quiet it's even quieter than stock when cruising but when you get on it it's beautiful. No drone what so ever and I love that popping sound when I let off the gas. I say bite the bullet and just go for it. Save a few bucks and install it yourself. __________________ Elite Design Concepts NY5THGEN2017 ZL1 Garnet Red/M6/// IG @Crazl1

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