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The Dark Knight 3 · 07-02-2012, 11:11 AM

Wanting a good "rumble" not happy with factory mufflers on my 2010 LS3. Just wanting to go from "cats" back. Is there any "bolt" on or do I need to go to a shop? Thanks

gorgeous-ss · 07-02-2012, 11:12 AM

I would suggest stainless works retro chambered

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caverman · 07-02-2012, 01:01 PM

No such thing as best since everyone has a personal preference. The best thing you can do is try to find a local group of Camaros that you can go listen to in person. Even listening to videos is no guarantee.

You need to also factor in if you ever plan to add hearder or HF cats. That will significantly change the sound of your exhaust as well.

BTW: yes...a cat-back is just bolt on.

strych9 · 07-02-2012, 01:08 PM

Some want loud, some (like myself) want deep, old-school exhaust sound. I just installed a Flowmaster cat-back American Thunder system. It has deep, agressive sound and definitely turns heads. It was $585 shipped new on Ebay.

When you check out videos to listen to various exhaust notes, make sure you play the audio through a quality sound system to get a "real" picture of what they sound like. Very important.

axis · 07-02-2012, 03:59 PM

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Originally Posted by The Dark Knight 3

Wanting a good "rumble" not happy with factory mufflers on my 2010 LS3. Just wanting to go from "cats" back. Is there any "bolt" on or do I need to go to a shop? Thanks

There's a sticky that has most of the catbacks and axlebacks availiable. Has lots of pics and vids.

No one knows what you like. Listen to all of them and make up your own mind.

Swacer · 07-02-2012, 04:27 PM

I love my THR pipes

dekan513 · 07-02-2012, 04:41 PM

best way is to go to a show or a event and look around, if i would have done that i would have save 300 bucks , and the hassel of resaling them.

Apex Motorsports · 07-02-2012, 06:20 PM

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Originally Posted by gorgeous-ss

I would suggest stainless works retro chambered

I would have to second that one. The Retro Chambered is what these cars would sound like from the factory if the government didn't get involved. Definitely my personal favorite.

John Deere Racer · 07-02-2012, 06:30 PM

Lg motorsports sounds great!!!

Best sounding I've heard

2SS45th · 07-04-2012, 01:56 PM

Magnaflow has some great options available. Both in 2.5" and 3" systems. The 3" systems have a factory connect in the front, which will allow you to add headers down the road. The Comp series are the loudest. I run Stainless Works headers with Magnaflow Comp 3". No drone with plenty of head turning capability. Plus, Magnflow fits great.
http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=alg3BP4LtZc

Cat988h · 07-04-2012, 02:42 PM

Mbrp check it out pm me for a video if you are interested deep tone.

MarylandSpeed · 07-04-2012, 03:27 PM

I have said this 1000x but it is kind of like shoes. Pick the style you want, and the price you will pay. Otherwise, they basically do the same thing. The Borla S-Type and Atak catbacks have been our most popular for a while now.

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strych9 I'll be back... Drives: Subaru, HD Road Glide Special Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Omaha, NE Posts: 3,036 View My Garage	Some want loud, some (like myself) want deep, old-school exhaust sound. I just installed a Flowmaster cat-back American Thunder system. It has deep, agressive sound and definitely turns heads. It was $585 shipped new on Ebay. When you check out videos to listen to various exhaust notes, make sure you play the audio through a quality sound system to get a "real" picture of what they sound like. Very important. __________________ Bye bye, Bumblebee! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Build Journal My Garage GoPro Mic Hack

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2SS45th Drives: 11 Seconds or Faster Join Date: May 2012 Location: Arvada, Colorado Posts: 2,797 View My Garage	Magnaflow has some great options available. Both in 2.5" and 3" systems. The 3" systems have a factory connect in the front, which will allow you to add headers down the road. The Comp series are the loudest. I run Stainless Works headers with Magnaflow Comp 3". No drone with plenty of head turning capability. Plus, Magnflow fits great. http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=alg3BP4LtZc __________________ I Ain't About That Stock Life.

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MarylandSpeed Account Suspended Drives: 2012 ZL1 & 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Maryland Posts: 3,378	I have said this 1000x but it is kind of like shoes. Pick the style you want, and the price you will pay. Otherwise, they basically do the same thing. The Borla S-Type and Atak catbacks have been our most popular for a while now.