2th farmer

I know this has probably been beat to death (Yes, I did a search before posting) but, I simply want to know how loud the 50's are inside the car. Other options? I want a deep, throaty sound for my BB.

Gordonm

I have the 50s on mine. It is loud enough when you are on it but nice enough at a cruise rpm where you can carry on a conversation in the car. The 40s were to loud for me, (maybe I'm getting older now) and the Flowmaster dealer talked me out of them. I'm glad I went with the 50s on my car.

2th farmer

Thanks

goinbroke

I agree with Gordonm......the 40s were way too much for me (I'm getting oler too). The Delta 50s are perfect. An "H" pipe makes the system even better.

wnjlt1

if i put the 40's on and if i can stand them, does that mean i'm getting younger? kidding... flowmasters on an old vette always sound nice going by.

LittleJake

I aquired Flowmaster 40's when I purchased my ride and they are brand new still in the box. I dont want anything loud and crazy just something that is nice at cruising speeds and that will let me hear myself think. Are these going to be too loud? From the above threads I think they might be.

Anyone willing to trade Flowmaster 40's for some milder ones still brand new in the box?



Thanks,
Jake

David Ey

Hey, I'm old and I have the 40's and they are not too loud.
True duels , no cats and no X pipe.
Put them on, you'll love em

GTR1999

we have 40's on our 75. It sounds pretty good until you're on the highway at 60-70 then they're loud,we're running 373 gears too fo rpm is aorun 3400.
I going to build a 2.5" system using 50's for my 72 308 car this Spring. It will be interesting to compare the two.

Tele_Man

I just ordered the DF-50's. They'll probably arrive on my doorstep tomorrow. And I also found a local custom exhaust shop that will do the entire installation.

I'm curious the "H" pipe (crossover pipe). What is the purpose of this? How does it affect the performance and sound of the exhaust system? Do I want to have this done when the DF-50's are installed?

Gordonm

Yes you want it done. It balances out the exhaust sound by connecting the two systems. Performance gain maybe a few HP. The sound is much better with a H or X pipe. I had mine made with a ball and socket joint. This makes removal a breeze. I have had mine off countless times now and it was a great addition to the system.

Stingray1973

I'm planning to go the same route with Flowmaster 50's! Sounds like a good setup and should sound nice and mellow - a mean mellow. Curious....what is the muffler shop charging for the total install? I'm curious so tht I can cost compare and plan $$ wise.

Tele_Man

A flat rate was not quoted upfront for the installation. I'm going to pay the standard hourly shop rate and hopefully the job won't take more than 2-3 hours. I'll let you know how it goes.

I have to wait for the weather to warm up a little and for the streets to dry out around here. I'm anxious to have this work completed, but I don't want to drive my car in crappy weather conditions. That's what happens when you live in WI.