MagnaFlow Axle Back w/ Mufflers - Install and Review (now with drone!) - Page 2 - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

themossman · 01-12-2010, 08:33 AM

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Originally Posted by myold88

I purchased Magnaflow axle backs (part #16581) but they are still in the box in my garage. I plan to fully insulate my trunk compartment before I install them. From prior posts I understand this may eliminate &/or greatly reduce the "droan" on the A6 SS.

are you going to use dynamat or something like it???

myold88 · 01-12-2010, 01:53 PM

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Originally Posted by themossman

are you going to use dynamat or something like it???

I got this info on another thread from a camaro5 member who has insulated his trunk and passenger compartment. It's at: www.raammat.com- I'm getting the Raammat and Ensolite top layer (37.5 sq ft) for about $145.00 including UPS shipping from RAAMmat owner Rick. It should be here tomorrow Wednesday. I believe Dynamat is much more expensive and the "tar" based stuff some guys use from home depot can smell when it heats up.
Anyway- Check out Raamaudio site at: raammat.com site. I'm going to install this as soon as it warms up a little.

RandyB · 01-12-2010, 03:07 PM

I just read this thread yesterday and my Magnaflow 16581 arrived today. Most of the welds look perfect, but I have the same hole on the same hanger. This is how it looked when I pulled it out of the box:

caverman · 01-12-2010, 05:21 PM

Don't install that one. Contact the person you bought it from and if they don't overnight it to you then you should call Magnaflow customer service. Hell....you should probalby call Magnaflow anyway so they can fire their Quality Control people.

RandyB · 01-12-2010, 07:00 PM

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Originally Posted by caverman

Don't install that one. Contact the person you bought it from and if they don't overnight it to you then you should call Magnaflow customer service. Hell....you should probalby call Magnaflow anyway so they can fire their Quality Control people.

I did not want the hassle of returning this one and waiting for a replacement. I took it to a local shop and they repaired the weld for $5 and it only took a few minutes. I will be installing the exhaust this evening. I will definately contact Magnaflow and share this picture with them. Especially knowing that mine was not the only one.

HotRod6769 · 01-13-2010, 11:39 AM

WOW!!! apparently they have no quality control department.

JDP Motorsports · 01-13-2010, 06:25 PM

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Originally Posted by themossman

This afternoon I received a call from the folks at MagnaFlow...a stellar sales rep had made them aware of the issue encountered (as always...thanks Jordan!)

MagnaFlow was ready to remedy the issue to my satisfaction and was VERY concerned that I would have received this part as it should never had made it through QC. I supplied all packing/serial information and based on the call, I very seriously doubt any of you will ever have to deal with a sub par weld on a MagnaFlow part.

As the shop fixed the welds up on Saturday, so there was no need to replace the muffler, but it's confidence inspiring to know that Magnaflow was ready to replace immediately. Customer Service breeds customer loyalty...and they turned a negative into a positive...I am now a fan!

And as the days wear on...I'm liking the sound more and more....(and my wife says I'm nuts as, according to her, there is no drone)...

Alex,

I'm glad that everything is good now! I know Magnaflow takes these issues very seriously and like I told you I've never seen anything like this in the thousands of systems we've sold. Please feel free to call, email or PM me anytime with questions!!! Have a great evening and we'll talk to you soon!

PS Glad the wife is happy!!! I know how it is when they aren't!!

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Originally Posted by RandyB

I just read this thread yesterday and my Magnaflow 16581 arrived today. Most of the welds look perfect, but I have the same hole on the same hanger. This is how it looked when I pulled it out of the box:

I contacted Magnaflow about your issue as well. I'm not sure who you purchased your system through but Magnaflow is aware of this 2nd issue. I know they are very serious about having the best exhaust systems on the market and I can assure you this won't be happening anymore.

We ONLY use and Sale Magnaflow products because they are the best systems on the market and they stand behind them 100%. I'm glad you were able to get it fixed for relatively cheap and if I can help you out in anyway please let me know!

Have a great day everyone!

Kind regards,

themossman · 01-13-2010, 06:59 PM

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Originally Posted by JDP Motorsports

I contacted Magnaflow about your issue as well. I'm not sure who you purchased your system through but Magnaflow is aware of this 2nd issue.

a stellar example of outstanding customer service...regardless of whose customer it is!

RandyB · 01-13-2010, 07:13 PM

UPDATE:
After getting the hole repaired and installing the system last night, I am very pleased with the results. Adding the Magnaflow 16581 to the stock exhaust on my 2SS M6 resulted in a just slightly louder exhaust (but not too loud) and a much deeper tone. This is the exact sound I was hoping for. Now the only question is: how many days will my sound system remain turned off as I listen to the beautiful music this exhaust makes?

P.S. Thanks for reporting my issue Jordan!

themossman · 01-13-2010, 08:14 PM

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Originally Posted by RandyB

UPDATE:
After getting the hole repaired and installing the system last night, I am very pleased with the results. Adding the Magnaflow 16581 to the stock exhaust on my 2SS M6 resulted in a just slightly louder exhaust (but not too loud) and a much deeper tone. This is the exact sound I was hoping for. Now the only question is: how many days will my sound system remain turned off as I listen to the beautiful music this exhaust makes?

P.S. Thanks for reporting my issue Jordan!

the camaro comes with a stereo???

av8or35 · 06-30-2010, 05:23 PM

Anyone have a comparison of the street (16581) and the comp series system?

winston2ss · 06-30-2010, 05:44 PM

About 2 hours ago I got quoted $989 installed for the magnaflow 16581, that seemed a little high. Anyone else think so?

Scrappy Doo · 06-30-2010, 06:54 PM

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Originally Posted by winston2ss

About 2 hours ago I got quoted $989 installed for the magnaflow 16581, that seemed a little high. Anyone else think so?

Call jordan at jdp motorsports.

www.magnaflowplus.com

Cheapest by far.

Rat55chevy · 06-30-2010, 10:21 PM

I have this system with just under 2000 miles. Its getting a little louder, as I expected. No weld issues with mine. Easy install, instructions were spot on. I love mine, sounds great and not at all obnoxius.

I got a great deal at this location. $539 with tax and shipping.

http://www.performancepeddler.com/de...CT_ID=MAG16581

01-12-2010, 05:21 PM	#18
caverman Drives: '69 SS Convertible Join Date: May 2009 Location: DFW, TX Posts: 7,111	Don't install that one. Contact the person you bought it from and if they don't overnight it to you then you should call Magnaflow customer service. Hell....you should probalby call Magnaflow anyway so they can fire their Quality Control people. __________________ *-2010 Camaro* 2SS \| M6 \| VR w/White Stripes \| 1 3/4" KOOKS - 3" Magnaflow \| LPE 3.91 gears \| ADM tuned \| Halltech w/ADM Scoop \| Spohn/BMR Trailing Arm/Toe Rod \| BC Coilovers\| Pedders FE4 ZL1 swaybars \| Cradle/Diff/Radius Rod bushings \| VMax TB \| Morimoto Projectors \| MGW shifter \| Red Calipers Build Journal

06-30-2010, 10:21 PM	#28
Rat55chevy Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Belleville, MI Posts: 89 View My Garage	Magnaflow Axle Back I have this system with just under 2000 miles. Its getting a little louder, as I expected. No weld issues with mine. Easy install, instructions were spot on. I love mine, sounds great and not at all obnoxius. I got a great deal at this location. $539 with tax and shipping. http://www.performancepeddler.com/de...CT_ID=MAG16581 __________________

01-12-2010, 03:07 PM	#17
RandyB Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS M6 SIM Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Kansas City Posts: 119 View My Garage	I just read this thread yesterday and my Magnaflow 16581 arrived today. Most of the welds look perfect, but I have the same hole on the same hanger. This is how it looked when I pulled it out of the box:

01-13-2010, 11:39 AM	#20
HotRod6769 Drives: not enough room Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Nor*Cal Posts: 17	WOW!!! apparently they have no quality control department.

01-13-2010, 07:13 PM	#23
RandyB Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS M6 SIM Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Kansas City Posts: 119 View My Garage	UPDATE: After getting the hole repaired and installing the system last night, I am very pleased with the results. Adding the Magnaflow 16581 to the stock exhaust on my 2SS M6 resulted in a just slightly louder exhaust (but not too loud) and a much deeper tone. This is the exact sound I was hoping for. Now the only question is: how many days will my sound system remain turned off as I listen to the beautiful music this exhaust makes? P.S. Thanks for reporting my issue Jordan!

06-30-2010, 05:23 PM	#25
av8or35 Drives: 2010 victory red 2ss rs 6 sp manual Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Texas Posts: 7	Anyone have a comparison of the street (16581) and the comp series system?

06-30-2010, 05:44 PM	#26
winston2ss YDLYLB Drives: Cgm 2ssrs Join Date: May 2010 Location: bossier city la. Posts: 1,163 View My Garage	About 2 hours ago I got quoted $989 installed for the magnaflow 16581, that seemed a little high. Anyone else think so?