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Le Mans Master
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So I checked out getting muffler eliminators done.
Car-X quoted $130. Another shop quoted first $175 to $225. When I laughed and told him about Car-X he came down to $100 plus tax.
Another guy told me it was illegal and he would not do it. I assumed he was not familiar with Corvettes and dropped the issue.
If I do this, I want a quality job. The tail pipes to be supported, the length correct so the tips come out behind the car, not under it.
So, my questions are A: Is $100 too much? B: Is there really an improvement in sound? (obviously it will be louder, but that doesn't mean better).
I've heard alot of clips, and they sound good, but that's on my computer, not my car. I have never seen a post where someone said they wished they hadn't done it. I plan to keep the mufflers just in case.
BTW This is the last time I will discuss this, I promise! But I just want an idea of what to expect.
Car-X quoted $130. Another shop quoted first $175 to $225. When I laughed and told him about Car-X he came down to $100 plus tax.
Another guy told me it was illegal and he would not do it. I assumed he was not familiar with Corvettes and dropped the issue.
If I do this, I want a quality job. The tail pipes to be supported, the length correct so the tips come out behind the car, not under it.
So, my questions are A: Is $100 too much? B: Is there really an improvement in sound? (obviously it will be louder, but that doesn't mean better).
I've heard alot of clips, and they sound good, but that's on my computer, not my car. I have never seen a post where someone said they wished they hadn't done it. I plan to keep the mufflers just in case.
BTW This is the last time I will discuss this, I promise! But I just want an idea of what to expect.
Le Mans Master
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I got everything done for $90. That included the eliminators, piping, and labor. But I knew the owner of the shop too though. Everything was done right. Fabed up some hangers for full support. Good fit and good welds.
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$100 is a great price, that's cheaper than doing it yourself.
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Your car will sound a lot better if you want loud.
However, be aware there will be the dreaded "drone" issue at certain rpm's.
At a nice steady cruise down the interstate, it's not bad. One person's level of tolerance for drone is quite different from another's though, so your mileage may vary
That being said, I love the way mine sounds!
However, be aware there will be the dreaded "drone" issue at certain rpm's.
At a nice steady cruise down the interstate, it's not bad. One person's level of tolerance for drone is quite different from another's though, so your mileage may vary
That being said, I love the way mine sounds!
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Okay, so I lied
One more discussion. I did it. I had elims installed. $145 out the door at Car-X. (He was the only guy that new what I was talking about) and they did a first class job.
The sound? Well I kind of like it. It is very rumbly grumbly at idle. The exhaust cracks and pops at deceleration. It can be loud on acceleration. You will attract attention I will not lie. I have not experienced the "dreaded drone" too much. There are points, but they are brief. A simple shift to sixth at 75 on the highway and it's gone.
I really don't know about automatics. I probably wouldn't do it. I just don't think I could control the rpm's enough to prevent drone.
This is a mod for the true hot rodder. If you like the robust American Muscle hot rod sound, this is definitely for you. If you like the stealth cruiser with a softer tone, go with a magna flow or such.
The sound? Well I kind of like it. It is very rumbly grumbly at idle. The exhaust cracks and pops at deceleration. It can be loud on acceleration. You will attract attention I will not lie. I have not experienced the "dreaded drone" too much. There are points, but they are brief. A simple shift to sixth at 75 on the highway and it's gone.
I really don't know about automatics. I probably wouldn't do it. I just don't think I could control the rpm's enough to prevent drone.
This is a mod for the true hot rodder. If you like the robust American Muscle hot rod sound, this is definitely for you. If you like the stealth cruiser with a softer tone, go with a magna flow or such.
