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Sketch · 08-31-2011, 06:24 PM

From my understanding, aside from the engine, and the brakes, the V6, and V8 Camaros are the same. If this is true then that means I should be able to put the v8 cat back exhaust on a v6 engine. I believe I read somewhere here about someone trying to do this with the stock exhaust. My question is, if this can be done with the stock exhaust, can I put a Borla ATAK Cat-Back on a V6? After all, the under body should be the same so mounting it shouldn't be a problem.

TankMorph · 08-31-2011, 06:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Sketch

From my understanding, aside from the engine, and the brakes, the V6, and V8 Camaros are the same. If this is true then that means I should be able to put the v8 cat back exhaust on a v6 engine. I believe I read somewhere here about someone trying to do this with the stock exhaust. My question is, if this can be done with the stock exhaust, can I put a Borla ATAK Cat-Back on a V6? After all, the under body should be the same so mounting it shouldn't be a problem.

The V8 exhaust is 2.5", the V6 is 2.25". I'm sure you could get it welded on, but the factory clamps won't work.

Sketch · 08-31-2011, 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by TankMorph

The V8 exhaust is 2.5", the V6 is 2.25". I'm sure you could get it welded on, but the factory clamps won't work.

Are you saying aside from wielding the cat and a few clamps, I should be able to fit the Borla exhaust on?

gahammerle · 08-31-2011, 06:41 PM

If you get the full catback, it will bolt right up. The V6 is 2.5" at the midpipe connection point, just like the V8.

Jermola23 · 08-31-2011, 10:29 PM

how about putting a stock v8 exhaust on a v6. i read a while back a member doing that. anyone???

gahammerle · 08-31-2011, 10:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Jermola23

how about putting a stock v8 exhaust on a v6. i read a while back a member doing that. anyone???

You can do that, but there's not much point. The L99 exhaust still weighs a ton, and the LS3 exhaust is raspy on the V6 according to what I've heard. If you get one free, sure go ahead and do it if you want that extra 1/4" all the way back.

Infernoo · 08-31-2011, 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by gahammerle

.. if you want that extra 1/4" all the way back.

That's what she said.

DarkneSS · 08-31-2011, 10:47 PM

One of the advantages of getting rid of the stock exhaust is the weight reduction, stock exhaust is VERY heavy! Get something aftermarket, SS exhaust is too heavy...

Revo1 · 08-31-2011, 11:11 PM

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Originally Posted by TankMorph

The V8 exhaust is 2.5", the V6 is 2.25". I'm sure you could get it welded on, but the factory clamps won't work.

This. You'd need graduating connection pipes...

KMPrenger · 08-31-2011, 11:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Revo1

This. You'd need graduating connection pipes...

Sorry but that is incorrect...V6 is 2.5" all the way to the front of the resonators I do believe...for sure to the H pipe.

I should know this answer and I'm wanting to say that yes it will bolt right up, hanging points and all, but I can't say that 100% for sure....so hopefully someone smarter than I can chime in here.

Not sure how the Borla Atak would sound on the V6....but if you try it out be sure and let us know the results!

OOLIE · 08-31-2011, 11:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Sketch

From my understanding, aside from the engine, and the brakes, the V6, and V8 Camaros are the same. If this is true then that means I should be able to put the v8 cat back exhaust on a v6 engine. I believe I read somewhere here about someone trying to do this with the stock exhaust. My question is, if this can be done with the stock exhaust, can I put a Borla ATAK Cat-Back on a V6? After all, the under body should be the same so mounting it shouldn't be a problem.

you can, but if you are going to spend money on a cat back why not get one for the v6. A v8 cat back won't make a v6 sound like a v8 so maybe I am missing something here. I would go Solo on a Cat back if I was spending the money.

Sketch · 09-01-2011, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by OOLIE

you can, but if you are going to spend money on a cat back why not get one for the v6. A v8 cat back won't make a v6 sound like a v8 so maybe I am missing something here. I would go Solo on a Cat back if I was spending the money.

I know I will never get it to sound like a v8 but im sure I can get close. or at least keep it from sounding like a ricer like all the others I've seen. Also I would most likly be the one of the few if not the only one with it on a v6.

AgentJB · 09-01-2011, 02:40 PM

Have you checked out the MRT 2.0 axel-back? That system paired with headers and a good CAI is the best sounding muscle tone I've heard so far for a V6. I even switched from my Flowmaster AT that I initially had on. Also, I've heard the Borla on an RS in person and honestly, I was not a huge fan. Good luck!

TankMorph · 09-01-2011, 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Sketch

I know I will never get it to sound like a v8 but im sure I can get close. or at least keep it from sounding like a ricer like all the others I've seen. Also I would most likly be the one of the few if not the only one with it on a v6.

The V8 exhaust is not going to make it sound anything like a V8. That's like saying if you buy a special trumpet, it's gonna make you sound like Louie Armstrong. Sorry...but you're spinning your wheels.

Just spend the money on a nice cat-back designed especially for the V6. The Solo with the J-pipes is the best IMHO.

08-31-2011, 06:24 PM	#1
Sketch Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS RS RJT Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Delaware Posts: 116 View My Garage	V8 Exhaust on V6 From my understanding, aside from the engine, and the brakes, the V6, and V8 Camaros are the same. If this is true then that means I should be able to put the v8 cat back exhaust on a v6 engine. I believe I read somewhere here about someone trying to do this with the stock exhaust. My question is, if this can be done with the stock exhaust, can I put a Borla ATAK Cat-Back on a V6? After all, the under body should be the same so mounting it shouldn't be a problem. __________________ My build thread: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...45#post6700645

08-31-2011, 06:41 PM	#4
gahammerle Drives: 2010 Camaro LS M6 Inferno Orange Join Date: May 2010 Location: Lebanon, OH Posts: 1,673	If you get the full catback, it will bolt right up. The V6 is 2.5" at the midpipe connection point, just like the V8. __________________ Gordy Injen CAI / Solo Mach-X LLT / Solo High-flow res-cats / Barton short shifter / RX Catch Can / RPI Gills / 35% tint / LED Footwell Lighting Front & Rear / Pedders Street 1 / Pedders steering rack bushing / SS struts / Pfadt drop springs / VMax Ported Throttle Body / Spohn Toe Rods / Spohn Trailing Arms / Trifecta Tune / MACE 25mm Intake Spacers Find me on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/gahammerle

09-01-2011, 02:40 PM	#13
AgentJB AgentJB Drives: 2011 Camaro Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Los Angeles, Ca Posts: 126 View My Garage	Have you checked out the MRT 2.0 axel-back? That system paired with headers and a good CAI is the best sounding muscle tone I've heard so far for a V6. I even switched from my Flowmaster AT that I initially had on. Also, I've heard the Borla on an RS in person and honestly, I was not a huge fan. Good luck! __________________ K&N Aircharger // MRT 2.0 // B&G Springs // Custom Wheels // Chrome Bowties // Sinister Hood // Sinister Dovetail Spoiler // Rear CAMARO Badge

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