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adjfire · 03-01-2017, 07:59 PM

I have a 2013 2SS-RS Automatic and I have already deleted the rear mufflers. I am going to install the Thrush rattlers (my personal preference as I like the sound). My question is: would a generic 2.5 inch x-pipe work as good as a name brand? All the dimensions of the generics and name brands are the same and all are stamped. Just looking for opinions on this simple topic. I am pretty open to suggestions. I have had hotrods (Camaros and Vettes) all my life and love the sound of single chamber mufflers and glasspacks.

SSEssence · 03-02-2017, 09:25 AM

Ive heard good things about the Jegs X-pipe and its only 100 bucks.

http://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS-Performan...30428/10002/-1

I've been thinking of doing the same as I have the mufflers deleted as well.

G701LE · 03-02-2017, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by SSEssence

Ive heard good things about the Jegs X-pipe and its only 100 bucks.

http://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS-Performan...30428/10002/-1

I've been thinking of doing the same as I have the mufflers deleted as well.

I have a $100 x pipe. No problems. Same thing without the brand tag.....

ZED SLED · 03-02-2017, 01:15 PM

Might want to get AFM tuned out if you haven't already.

Jrichards73 · 03-02-2017, 08:56 PM

Might want to remove the AFM lifters before they fail is more like it... even tuned out those suckers are a time bomb. I got an unintended cam swap on mine.

The Jegs x-pipe could be welded better. If you look inside you can see where some of the pipe sticks out into the airflow. It isn't smooth in there at all.

Hulk · 03-02-2017, 10:03 PM

I would do an H pipe instead of the X pipe. The following is from the Flowmaster website.....

Flowmaster® has performed extensive testing and determined that the “H” and “X” pipes generally delivers no significant difference in performance, but does affect tone. The “X” pipe will change the sound to a higher pitched tone. Flowmaster Scavenger “X” pipes however do increase power and torque through use of their patented D-port technology and retains the deep Flowmaster muffler tone that is desired by most performance enthusiasts.

Flowmaster® strongly recommends using a crossover tube, otherwise known as an “H” pipe or balance pipe on all true dual exhaust systems. The crossover pipe equalizes the exhaust pressure and allows the sounds waves to communicate between both banks of the engine. Not only does this usually improve torque in the low to mid rpm range, it also creates a deeper mellower tone both inside and outside of the vehicle and helps eliminate “back-rap” on deceleration.

Jrichards73 · 03-02-2017, 11:14 PM

Get rid of Back rap? I want more decel pop!

ndtguy · 03-05-2017, 07:26 PM

I have the Jegs x-pipe. Bought it on their Christmas sale for 79 shipped to my door.

Works great and gives me just the right amount of sound. Definitely a nice kick of new found power (nothing crazy but then again, look at the resonator it replaces). Win win as far as I'm concerned.

Kendall421 · 03-05-2017, 10:58 PM

I welded a Magniflow X pipe in place of H pipe on my NPP. Happy with it. Have done 2 more for friends since then. All like them. Sound is awesome...balanced and smooth.

03-01-2017, 07:59 PM	#1
adjfire Drives: 2013 SS Camaro Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 6	Generic X-Pipe or Name Brand? I have a 2013 2SS-RS Automatic and I have already deleted the rear mufflers. I am going to install the Thrush rattlers (my personal preference as I like the sound). My question is: would a generic 2.5 inch x-pipe work as good as a name brand? All the dimensions of the generics and name brands are the same and all are stamped. Just looking for opinions on this simple topic. I am pretty open to suggestions. I have had hotrods (Camaros and Vettes) all my life and love the sound of single chamber mufflers and glasspacks.

03-02-2017, 09:25 AM	#2
SSEssence Instagram: Sangstah Drives: 2019 Camaro 1LE Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Buena Park, CA. Posts: 2,803 View My Garage	Ive heard good things about the Jegs X-pipe and its only 100 bucks. http://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS-Performan...30428/10002/-1 I've been thinking of doing the same as I have the mufflers deleted as well. __________________ 2019 SS 1LE - "CaSSandra" 2014 SS - "AleSSandra - Sold" 94 Z28 - Sold Follow the build https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=612717

03-02-2017, 01:15 PM	#4
ZED SLED Drives: 2017 Mosaic Bk ZL1 M6 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: South of Raleigh, NC Posts: 9,477 View My Garage	Might want to get AFM tuned out if you haven't already. __________________

03-02-2017, 08:56 PM	#5
Jrichards73 Drives: 2011 2SS/RS Victory Red Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Virginia Posts: 921	Might want to remove the AFM lifters before they fail is more like it... even tuned out those suckers are a time bomb. I got an unintended cam swap on mine. The Jegs x-pipe could be welded better. If you look inside you can see where some of the pipe sticks out into the airflow. It isn't smooth in there at all. __________________ Updates: BTR Stage 2 VVT Cam Kit w/Smith Brothers Trunnions, Fluidampr, RX catch can, B&M Trans pan mod, Kooks Black Headers, Borla S-tunes, Eibach Multi-Pro-R2 coilovers and Swaybars, BMR Full Bushing kit with Toe and Trailing arms, RB Rotors w/EBC Pads, GForce 1400 Axles (now on order). AVH-X5800BHS in Scosche GM5201AB.

03-02-2017, 10:03 PM	#6
Hulk Drives: 2011 Synenergy Green 2SS/RS Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Pueblo, Co Posts: 557	I would do an H pipe instead of the X pipe. The following is from the Flowmaster website..... Flowmaster® has performed extensive testing and determined that the “H” and “X” pipes generally delivers no significant difference in performance, but does affect tone. The “X” pipe will change the sound to a higher pitched tone. Flowmaster Scavenger “X” pipes however do increase power and torque through use of their patented D-port technology and retains the deep Flowmaster muffler tone that is desired by most performance enthusiasts. Flowmaster® strongly recommends using a crossover tube, otherwise known as an “H” pipe or balance pipe on all true dual exhaust systems. The crossover pipe equalizes the exhaust pressure and allows the sounds waves to communicate between both banks of the engine. Not only does this usually improve torque in the low to mid rpm range, it also creates a deeper mellower tone both inside and outside of the vehicle and helps eliminate “back-rap” on deceleration. __________________ 2011 Synenergy Green 2SS/RS Automatic.

03-02-2017, 11:14 PM	#7
Jrichards73 Drives: 2011 2SS/RS Victory Red Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Virginia Posts: 921	Get rid of Back rap? I want more decel pop! __________________ Updates: BTR Stage 2 VVT Cam Kit w/Smith Brothers Trunnions, Fluidampr, RX catch can, B&M Trans pan mod, Kooks Black Headers, Borla S-tunes, Eibach Multi-Pro-R2 coilovers and Swaybars, BMR Full Bushing kit with Toe and Trailing arms, RB Rotors w/EBC Pads, GForce 1400 Axles (now on order). AVH-X5800BHS in Scosche GM5201AB.

03-05-2017, 07:26 PM	#8
ndtguy ^ Me. Things I write ~> Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Vegas Posts: 325	I have the Jegs x-pipe. Bought it on their Christmas sale for 79 shipped to my door. Works great and gives me just the right amount of sound. Definitely a nice kick of new found power (nothing crazy but then again, look at the resonator it replaces). Win win as far as I'm concerned. __________________ ndtguy New DD: 2010 Camaro SS L99/A6 - bone stock. Gone but not forgotten... - 2001 Camaro SS m6 - SLP lid, free ram-air mod, poly sway bar bushings/end links, BMR springs and bilsteins. - 1998 Trans Am m6, forged 347, T70;alky-water injection; intercooled, 208/230 .549/.579 121LSA, Moser 12 bolt, 561rwhp/611rwtq.

03-05-2017, 10:58 PM	#9
Kendall421 Drives: 1969 Z28, 1982 Z28, 2014 SS/RS/1LE Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Michigan Posts: 886	I welded a Magniflow X pipe in place of H pipe on my NPP. Happy with it. Have done 2 more for friends since then. All like them. Sound is awesome...balanced and smooth. Attached Images