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tmcfall · 08-30-2010, 11:48 AM

Hey Gang, just got my 2011 IBM Camaro SS.

I am not thrilled with the exhaust and see that most of you have changed yours.

Could I get some suggestions on muffler replacement?!?!

I'm looking for a bit more growl with less back pressure...HOWEVER, I don't want it race car loud. I know these 6.2 motors can get loud.

I put a Flowmaster 50 series on my 6.0 ltr truck with duals and its LOUD!

Thanks.
TM

MillerTime · 08-30-2010, 12:00 PM

If you don't mind a little drone then the muffler delete is perfect. nice growl. Otherwise i'd suggest borla personally...

tjd24 · 08-30-2010, 12:45 PM

Check this compilation of V8 Exhaust videos - http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21289

IMHO, also from V6 experience, Solo Performance has the best price performance.

quick89 · 08-30-2010, 01:22 PM

magnaflow or borla! or if you like the muffler delete go with it!

axis · 08-30-2010, 02:04 PM

Just so you know, you won't find a less restrictive system unless you go with straight pipes. The mufflers are straight through and flow very well, they're just quiet. There are several options that give it a more aggressive sound. Do you want it loud all the time, or just when you get on it? Personally, I like it nice and quiet at cruise but very noticeable when you're in it. I have a CAI and replaced the L99 resonator section with a non resonated Xpipe. It's almost stock quiet at cruise but has a more aggressive sound at idle and really opens up when accellerating. My advice would be to listen to the different systems and see what you like. Just know that you'll be paying for a different sound ONLY. There is no appreciable HP increase with a aftermarket catback. You also need to think about the future. If you have plans to add headers, you'll need to know that that will also increase your exhaust tone. I've seen several members that aren't happy with their catbacks once they put headers on. Just something to remember.

Rage · 08-30-2010, 02:33 PM

Love my muffler delete

No seriously, sounds bada$$ when you need it,and it has a growl that lets others know you've got a beast not to mess with

flyby · 08-30-2010, 06:23 PM

Cherry Bomb's.

Apex Motorsports · 08-30-2010, 06:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tmcfall

Hey Gang, just got my 2011 IBM Camaro SS.

I am not thrilled with the exhaust and see that most of you have changed yours.

Could I get some suggestions on muffler replacement?!?!

I'm looking for a bit more growl with less back pressure...HOWEVER, I don't want it race car loud. I know these 6.2 motors can get loud.

I put a Flowmaster 50 series on my 6.0 ltr truck with duals and its LOUD!

Thanks.
TM

Check out the Magnaflow Street Series axle back.

08-30-2010, 11:48 AM	#1
tmcfall Drives: 2011 Camaro SS Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 5 View My Garage	Exhaust Upgrade Help?!?! Hey Gang, just got my 2011 IBM Camaro SS. I am not thrilled with the exhaust and see that most of you have changed yours. Could I get some suggestions on muffler replacement?!?! I'm looking for a bit more growl with less back pressure...HOWEVER, I don't want it race car loud. I know these 6.2 motors can get loud. I put a Flowmaster 50 series on my 6.0 ltr truck with duals and its LOUD! Thanks. TM

08-30-2010, 12:00 PM	#2
MillerTime Blowin the doors off! Drives: A 2013 SS RS 6M SR Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 2,390	If you don't mind a little drone then the muffler delete is perfect. nice growl. Otherwise i'd suggest borla personally... __________________ 2G1FS1EWXD9163847

08-30-2010, 12:45 PM	#3
tjd24 Thank you Oshawa/St.Cats! Drives: was 2010 2LT RS 2G1FC1EV4A9103434 Join Date: May 2009 Location: NW NJ Posts: 3,481 View My Garage	Check this compilation of V8 Exhaust videos - http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21289 IMHO, also from V6 experience, Solo Performance has the best price performance. __________________ #3434 Born 4-15-2009, Delivered 5-22-2009 BBOMG 2/3/4 - Traded-in 8/31/2019:

08-30-2010, 02:04 PM	#5
axis Search Ninja Drives: 2010 Black 2SS/RS A6 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Central Ark Posts: 7,183	Just so you know, you won't find a less restrictive system unless you go with straight pipes. The mufflers are straight through and flow very well, they're just quiet. There are several options that give it a more aggressive sound. Do you want it loud all the time, or just when you get on it? Personally, I like it nice and quiet at cruise but very noticeable when you're in it. I have a CAI and replaced the L99 resonator section with a non resonated Xpipe. It's almost stock quiet at cruise but has a more aggressive sound at idle and really opens up when accellerating. My advice would be to listen to the different systems and see what you like. Just know that you'll be paying for a different sound ONLY. There is no appreciable HP increase with a aftermarket catback. You also need to think about the future. If you have plans to add headers, you'll need to know that that will also increase your exhaust tone. I've seen several members that aren't happy with their catbacks once they put headers on. Just something to remember. __________________ 2010 Black 2SS/RS A6 Halltech CF 102 fed GPI modded intake manifold Bo (knows) White ported TB Kooks LT's/ Dynomax VT Pfadted (springs/sways) Dyno tuned by Rhino and GPI I once parallel parked a train.

08-30-2010, 02:33 PM	#6
Rage TRI-COUNTY CAMARO... FTW! Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS M6 Cyber Grey Join Date: May 2010 Location: South Florida Posts: 1,200 View My Garage	Love my muffler delete No seriously, sounds bada$$ when you need it,and it has a growl that lets others know you've got a beast not to mess with __________________ CAI inc. cold air intake, LG G6x3 cam, Patriot Gold Extreme Dual springs, Titanium retainers and locks, LG SuperPro 1 7/8 Long Tube headers with full 3" exhaust, DynoMax VT mufflers, SLP 4" tips, Moroso catch can, Race Ready electronic exhaust cut outs, Full painted Razzi body kit, Headlight Armor Smoke taillight and marker blackouts, T-Rex aluminum upper and lower grille, Polished aluminum front and rear bowties. Professionally installed and Dyno Tuned by HorsePower Sales, Pompano Beach FL.

08-30-2010, 01:22 PM	#4
quick89 Drives: 5.3 ls based 89 gmc 1500 sierra Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: DFW Posts: 27	magnaflow or borla! or if you like the muffler delete go with it!

08-30-2010, 06:23 PM	#7
flyby Drives: 2010 Silver SS Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Glen Gardner, NJ Posts: 1,336 View My Garage	Cherry Bomb's.

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