NEW! Exhaust system from Random Tech. What do u guys think?
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NEW! Exhaust system from Random Tech. What do u guys think?
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I think it looks good and I insatalled this set-up on mine. There are some issues with it, beacuse it is for an L98 set up only one hanger on one side to support the weight of both pipes other than the muffler hangers in the back. This allows the long pipe to try and twist a bit , even w/heavy duty band clamps cranked.
System in no way will go on using 2149 's having the x pipe first, the collector extension on drivers side is on trans linkage (which will need to bent up some). Setting up bullits first will work (which is fine anyways) pipes will need to be persuaded to fit together at X.
You will ultimately need to have tabs welded to use the LT-1 brackets/hangers and I also welded it at the x so it could not twist(the x then stops that)
It does look good and sounds good, as to power, I can't honestly tell you because I did way to many mods. at one time.
System in no way will go on using 2149 's having the x pipe first, the collector extension on drivers side is on trans linkage (which will need to bent up some). Setting up bullits first will work (which is fine anyways) pipes will need to be persuaded to fit together at X.
You will ultimately need to have tabs welded to use the LT-1 brackets/hangers and I also welded it at the x so it could not twist(the x then stops that)
It does look good and sounds good, as to power, I can't honestly tell you because I did way to many mods. at one time.
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Right now and subject to change, I have dyna max super turbos, I wanted quiet....quiter. The system sounds pretty good
*edit* I should mention here that I expected the system to fit up better, but the construction and quality is excellent, just needs some tweaking
*edit* I should mention here that I expected the system to fit up better, but the construction and quality is excellent, just needs some tweaking
Last edited by mseven; Dec 4, 2005 at 06:30 PM.
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Originally Posted by 88BlackZ-51
It looks good, and I don't know how much yet.
Originally Posted by mseven
PN# 181-30915 SHF cat conv.(includes 2 bullits, all pipes and"x") $647.51
PN# 33-130902 3" SS extension Pipe (assy. for hooker w/flange) $215.84
This does not include band clamps, and $25.00 shipping
Not cheap, but very well made pieces
PN# 33-130902 3" SS extension Pipe (assy. for hooker w/flange) $215.84
This does not include band clamps, and $25.00 shipping
Not cheap, but very well made pieces
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Originally Posted by mseven
I think it looks good and I insatalled this set-up on mine. There are some issues with it, beacuse it is for an L98 set up only one hanger on one side to support the weight of both pipes other than the muffler hangers in the back. This allows the long pipe to try and twist a bit , even w/heavy duty band clamps cranked.
System in no way will go on using 2149 's having the x pipe first, the collector extension on drivers side is on trans linkage (which will need to bent up some). Setting up bullits first will work (which is fine anyways) pipes will need to be persuaded to fit together at X.
You will ultimately need to have tabs welded to use the LT-1 brackets/hangers and I also welded it at the x so it could not twist(the x then stops that)
It does look good and sounds good, as to power, I can't honestly tell you because I did way to many mods. at one time.
System in no way will go on using 2149 's having the x pipe first, the collector extension on drivers side is on trans linkage (which will need to bent up some). Setting up bullits first will work (which is fine anyways) pipes will need to be persuaded to fit together at X.
You will ultimately need to have tabs welded to use the LT-1 brackets/hangers and I also welded it at the x so it could not twist(the x then stops that)
It does look good and sounds good, as to power, I can't honestly tell you because I did way to many mods. at one time.
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From: The Motor City
Originally Posted by 88BlackZ-51
do u have pics? so i have 2149's, and flowmasters out back. Will this system work well?
It does sound good, and even w/the ST mufflers it has some volume at WOT. All the slip joints were good I did have to get the collector xtensions pumped out a bit to be tighter to the bullits ($5. at muffler shop). Overall mine is relatively quiet I can't tell you how bad it will resonate as I don't have enough drive time on it, but from what I can tell it does have some.
To be honest I just don't/didn't know of anything else that was a bolt up system, everything like TJWONG'S etc. that looked great and perfect fit was all custom that is why I went this way. If you have more questions feel free to PM me
*edit* Slalom4me, Great job of compiling links, way cool!! By the way the system I have does look very similar to jeff's the xpipe is shorter, actually that is were I what originally looking, and he mentioned RT before he provided a link so I callled. I also noticed (on his) if you have a 6speed, you will have a lot more room on the drivers side than me
Last edited by mseven; Dec 5, 2005 at 08:44 AM.
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Le Mans Master
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From: The Motor City
Originally Posted by 88BlackZ-51
do u think more room with a 4+3?
i sent u a pm.
i sent u a pm.
Judging by pics -=jeff=- and others, as I don't own a 6 or 7 speed, looks like about 3" more available on drivers side w6speed, again this is a guess, but he definely has more room to work with than me !
You would need to ask someone who knows more about those dimensions in a 4+3, I can't tell you, sorry
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Hey that link:
http://jeff.vettextc.net/exhaust/Random-X-pipe.jpg
how did you happen across it? it is in a directory on my web site. I am just curious how you found it.
As for room, with the Zf there is a decent amount of room, but with the 4+3 I am not quite sure on room
http://jeff.vettextc.net/exhaust/Random-X-pipe.jpg
how did you happen across it? it is in a directory on my web site. I am just curious how you found it.
As for room, with the Zf there is a decent amount of room, but with the 4+3 I am not quite sure on room
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From: Edmonton AB
Maybe he saw the pic in your post here and
right-clicked the pic?
That would be this thread right here
.
right-clicked the pic?
Originally Posted by mseven
I will have pics this week and they will be posted
in my thread on general topics as "got er done".
in my thread on general topics as "got er done".
.
Last edited by Slalom4me; Dec 5, 2005 at 11:23 PM.
