Love my new Solo exhaust - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

Aug · 12-30-2017, 03:46 PM

Sure, there have been a ton of threads and posts about exhausts... my post isn't anything of a revelation, but just a simple point of view. My car is a 2014 Camaro SS M6. I have no mods. It came from the factory with the dual mode NPP exhaust. When I first got the car I felt the exhaust sounded pretty good, but over time I came to the conclusion it was overly loud and un-refined, and had become annoying. I heard other cars, and other camaros, with much better sounding exhausts, not necessairly loud, but just better sounding. I watched all the videos and listened to sound clips of all kinds of exhaust setups for the camaro, and it is really difficult to really get a good idea of the true sound, but finally I decided to order the Solo cat-back MACH-XC exhaust. It is slightly quieter than the stock NPP, but the sound is incredible!!!!!!!!!!!! At idle, a little deeper (don't interpret that as louder)...through the revs, the sound it hypnotizingly beautiful. Never harsh, just smooth beautiful sound. It can't really be explained, you have to experience it. And their never is any drone. Before, I had somewhat lost a little interest in the car just due to what I felt was an annoying exhaust. NOW I can't get enough of this car. It is truly transformed. And maybe my imagination, but I swear the engine runs better. Thank you Solo!!!!!!

Redgt03 · 12-30-2017, 06:23 PM

I love my solo Mach xl as well!!! Good choice!

NC_SS · 12-30-2017, 06:31 PM

I love my solo axle back

cubamvp · 12-30-2017, 09:40 PM

Any videos of the sound before and after? Thanks

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KickerZ71 · 12-31-2017, 06:37 AM

Love my solo Mach XC no issues and love the sound!

STALKER · 12-31-2017, 07:10 AM

Exhaust is one of those things were opinions are all over the spectrum. But as long as you are happy, thats all that matters.

Ashen 6.2 · 12-31-2017, 07:26 AM

very happy with my Mach XL cat back as well!

pyroguy · 12-31-2017, 08:19 AM

Solo FTW!!! I’m running their Mach XL catback with long tube headers and all I can say is

myold88 · 12-31-2017, 08:59 AM

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Originally Posted by NC_SS

I love my solo axle back

Same here. I got in on the Solo early buy promotion 7 years ago. Love the
sound of my '10 SS L99. Muffler delete and no drone.

Aug · 12-31-2017, 11:21 AM

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Originally Posted by cubamvp

Any videos of the sound before and after? Thanks

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Hi, I don't have videos or audio. Honestly this is nearly impossible to convey unless experiencing it in person. I have listened to youtube and video/audio clips on this forum and never have they been close to what it is like in person in the car. I had considered going to some local car clubs to hear what others had done and listen first-hand, but decided just to go for it.

Aug · 12-31-2017, 11:28 AM

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Originally Posted by STALKER

Exhaust is one of those things were opinions are all over the spectrum. But as long as you are happy, thats all that matters.

Yup, agree. I know everyone has their own likes, desires, interests, etc. For me, this was exactly what I was hoping for. It sounds great at idle, better/deeper tone than the stock NPP, yet through the revs in normal driving it is mild and great tone, but when you step on it, it is agressive. Again as I mentioned before, no drone anywhere which is VERY important for me.

I do know that many fellow Camaro lovers would think this setup is tame. I think that is the beauty of where we live and our freedoms of expression.

radar1972 · 12-31-2017, 12:56 PM

I'm VERY interested, but have questions about the Solo axle-back:
Did any of you install it yourself?
If so, can it be done without a lift? (i.e. just raising the rear end up on a couple of jackstands)

pyroguy · 12-31-2017, 01:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by radar1972

I'm VERY interested, but have questions about the Solo axle-back:
Did any of you install it yourself?
If so, can it be done without a lift? (i.e. just raising the rear end up on a couple of jackstands)

I installed my full catback by myself with rhino ramps. Actually, I'm yet to install any of my mods with a lift. You should be fine with a jack and stands or ramps.

rontammy0 · 12-31-2017, 02:45 PM

I just put the Corsa Xtreme on in late fall. Ive haf a few combos buy havnt loved any. If you really like the sound of your car thats all that matters. After my Corsa ...like you I find it perfect.....will be even better once longtubes are on.We are lucky that do many different systems sound good on our cars...gives us choices.

12-30-2017, 03:46 PM	#1
Aug Drives: 2014 2SS MT, Convertible Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Jacksonville Posts: 78 View My Garage	Love my new Solo exhaust Sure, there have been a ton of threads and posts about exhausts... my post isn't anything of a revelation, but just a simple point of view. My car is a 2014 Camaro SS M6. I have no mods. It came from the factory with the dual mode NPP exhaust. When I first got the car I felt the exhaust sounded pretty good, but over time I came to the conclusion it was overly loud and un-refined, and had become annoying. I heard other cars, and other camaros, with much better sounding exhausts, not necessairly loud, but just better sounding. I watched all the videos and listened to sound clips of all kinds of exhaust setups for the camaro, and it is really difficult to really get a good idea of the true sound, but finally I decided to order the Solo cat-back MACH-XC exhaust. It is slightly quieter than the stock NPP, but the sound is incredible!!!!!!!!!!!! At idle, a little deeper (don't interpret that as louder)...through the revs, the sound it hypnotizingly beautiful. Never harsh, just smooth beautiful sound. It can't really be explained, you have to experience it. And their never is any drone. Before, I had somewhat lost a little interest in the car just due to what I felt was an annoying exhaust. NOW I can't get enough of this car. It is truly transformed. And maybe my imagination, but I swear the engine runs better. Thank you Solo!!!!!! __________________ Steve 2014 2SS MT, Convertible Saint Augustine FL

12-30-2017, 06:31 PM	#3
NC_SS Drives: 2012 M6 Camaro SS (RIP) Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,684	I love my solo axle back __________________ Speed engineering 1 7/8 LTs, CAI inc Cold Air Intake, offroad connectors, Solo performance axle back with J pipes, tune, and in need of a driver mod LOL

12-31-2017, 07:10 AM	#6
STALKER Drives: 2023 Camaro ZL1 1LE Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Middletown, DE Posts: 340	Exhaust is one of those things were opinions are all over the spectrum. But as long as you are happy, thats all that matters. __________________ 2014 Camaro SS Spring Edition LSX440ci LSX Block, MAST 305 Black Labels, Exceldyne Valves, Diamond Pistons, Callies Crank & Rods, Cam Motion Cam, Johnson 2116LSR Lifters, Comp XDA Pushrods, Jesel Rockers, Mamo MSD, NW 102, Roto-Fab CAI, FAST 65# Injectors, ZL1 Fuel Pump, Kooks 2" Headers, Corsa Sport 3" Catback, Z28 Shifter, ZR1 Clutch, Katech LW Flywheel, 1LE 3.91 Diff, LPW Diff Cover, BMR - 1.4" Springs, LCA's, Trailing Arms, Toe Rods, Sway Bars, End Links, Diff Bushings, and Tunnel Brace, Z28/1LE Strut Tower Brace, Improved Racing Oil Cooler 2023 Camaro ZL1 / 1LE Stock

12-31-2017, 07:26 AM	#7
Ashen 6.2 Drives: 2014 Camaro Z/SS Join Date: May 2014 Location: NW Arkansas Posts: 2,088 View My Garage	very happy with my Mach XL cat back as well! __________________ 2014 Camaro SS L99, Ashen Grey w/Black Leather - Build thread - http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=491561 GPI 416 w/Custom GPI Cam, GPI Ported Heads & Tuned by Ben, Holley Dominator ECU, Mag Heartbeat, ZL1 Fuel Pump/DSX Aux Pump, NW 103 TB, FIC 1650's, Alky Meth, Rossler T400 w/t-brake, Circle D Converter, Kooks Headers, Viking Coil Overs & all the BMR Goodies in the rear, Zl1 3.23 Diff, DSS Axles, Wiles Racing Driveshaft, Hendrix Offset Diff Bushings, AFE Solid Subframe Bushings, 875HP/843TQ 5FDP

12-31-2017, 08:19 AM	#8
pyroguy Started#gottalovethatblue Drives: ABM #831 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: TN Posts: 6,952 View My Garage	Solo FTW!!! I’m running their Mach XL catback with long tube headers and all I can say is __________________ '10 Camaro 2SS/RS \| Aqua Blue #831 of 3,903 \| Silver Stripes Check out my build thread

12-30-2017, 06:23 PM	#2
Redgt03 Drives: 2011 Camaro SS Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Peoria Posts: 254	I love my solo Mach xl as well!!! Good choice!

12-30-2017, 09:40 PM	#4
cubamvp Drives: 2013 Camaro Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Long beach Posts: 323	Any videos of the sound before and after? Thanks Sent from my SM-G930V using Tapatalk

12-31-2017, 06:37 AM	#5
KickerZ71 Drives: Camaro SS Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Canada Posts: 261	Love my solo Mach XC no issues and love the sound!

12-31-2017, 12:56 PM	#12
radar1972 Drives: 2012 IOM SS/RS Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Georgia Posts: 92	I'm VERY interested, but have questions about the Solo axle-back: Did any of you install it yourself? If so, can it be done without a lift? (i.e. just raising the rear end up on a couple of jackstands)

12-31-2017, 02:45 PM	#14
rontammy0 Account Suspended Drives: 2011 2SS/ RS INFERNO ORANGE L99 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Alliston Ontario Canada Posts: 9,057 View My Garage	I just put the Corsa Xtreme on in late fall. Ive haf a few combos buy havnt loved any. If you really like the sound of your car thats all that matters. After my Corsa ...like you I find it perfect.....will be even better once longtubes are on.We are lucky that do many different systems sound good on our cars...gives us choices.