C5 Exhaust System
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Here's some discussions re: the topic; many different thoughts on a subjective decision. Obviously the best way to decide is to go to show and hear in person if you can. I pondered this for a while and for me (no resonance at highway, deep, throaty sound as opposed to exotic car sound, nothing too loud) the GHL Bullet seemed to fit the bill. Am awaiting their arrival. Many opinions and same exhaust sounds different based on what other mods done (headers, cats, x-pipe, cam, etc.) Tough decision, I know. Good luck...
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Find someone with a set of Bassani with their X-pipe and you'll be hooked. I've seen it time and again whenever people get a chance to hear the Bassani that's what they choose. I've got them on '98, & '01 vette, a '04 Mach I, and a '03 Expedition, and am waiting for a set for my '03 F-350. The '98 has a custom 3" set up while all the rest have their standard system. 
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B&B exhaust is an okay exhaust system. If you are looking for some sound, but you dont want ANY interior droning, go with a Corsa. Yes I am biased, but ride in a car with the B&B quiet system (RTE. 66), and Corsa's quiet system (touring). You can tell the difference. Give me a call at the shop and I will answer any of your questions, 281-870-8787, or you can email me at ChrisS@motorsporttech.com 
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I have the B&B Route 66 system on my car and like the looks, quality and sound. Its not too loud, but you know it is not stock either. There was a lot of resonance in the car and popping when you let off the gas, but that was pretty much solved with the addition of an X-pipe. I would recommend the system.
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Originally Posted by napoleonvette
Fixing To Purchase Exhaust System. I'm Interested In Billy Boat - Route 66, Anyone Have some Input????
Most exhausts come in mild, medium, and hot.
B&B has the route 66, PRT, and Bullets.
We have the Route 66 on one and it is exactly what we wanted, a nice sound for an average vette wanting a better look and sound.
We have the PRT's on our black vette we use for drag racing and autocrossing. It's got a mean bite to it and it was exactly what we wanted.
Since then the Bullets have come out and would like to have a set of those.
I have the Corsa touring on the Pace car....ok, but does have the "motorboat" sound at idle. Prefer the B&B's.
If sound is what you are after, you will have to hear them for yourself.
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I was running the B&B Route 66's and liked them until I added long tube headers and high flow cats. The noise level went up significantly (not a big deal) and what was a hardly noticeable cruising drone or resonance became very annoying (this was a real problem for me). A set of Corsa tourings was my solution. The B&B's are now sitting in the shed.
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Originally Posted by jrose7004
If you ask 10 people you'll get 10 different opinions! 
Magnaflow.......the premier system for the c5 vette.
the sound at WOT is incredible.....sounds like a vette should
The sound at idle is awesome.
Looks????
Oh yeah
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If You Dont Add Headers Will You Still Hear The Popping Noise In The B&b - Route 66 Exhaust?? If You Do, I Suppose The Y-pipe Will Take Care Of This Problem?? Wanting A (look Good Pipe With Not Alot Of Sound).. Thanks For The Replys!!!
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Originally Posted by jrose7004
If you ask 10 people you'll get 10 different opinions!
my recomendation is Borla, but the reality of the situation is that there are dozens of high quality exhaust systems for the C5 right now. The only thing you can do is to listen to the cars in person and decide for yourself.
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Originally Posted by napoleonvette
If You Dont Add Headers Will You Still Hear The Popping Noise In The B&b - Route 66 Exhaust?? If You Do, I Suppose The Y-pipe Will Take Care Of This Problem?? Wanting A (look Good Pipe With Not Alot Of Sound).. Thanks For The Replys!!!
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Originally Posted by napoleonvette
If You Dont Add Headers Will You Still Hear The Popping Noise In The B&b - Route 66 Exhaust?? If You Do, I Suppose The Y-pipe Will Take Care Of This Problem?? Wanting A (look Good Pipe With Not Alot Of Sound).. Thanks For The Replys!!!
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Originally Posted by 98Pace97Coupe
Most exhausts come in mild, medium, and hot.
B&B has the route 66, PRT, and Bullets.
We have the Route 66 on one and it is exactly what we wanted, a nice sound for an average vette wanting a better look and sound.
We have the PRT's on our black vette we use for drag racing and autocrossing. It's got a mean bite to it and it was exactly what we wanted.
Since then the Bullets have come out and would like to have a set of those.
I have the Corsa touring on the Pace car....ok, but does have the "motorboat" sound at idle. Prefer the B&B's.
If sound is what you are after, you will have to hear them for yourself.
B&B has the route 66, PRT, and Bullets.
We have the Route 66 on one and it is exactly what we wanted, a nice sound for an average vette wanting a better look and sound.
We have the PRT's on our black vette we use for drag racing and autocrossing. It's got a mean bite to it and it was exactly what we wanted.
Since then the Bullets have come out and would like to have a set of those.
I have the Corsa touring on the Pace car....ok, but does have the "motorboat" sound at idle. Prefer the B&B's.
If sound is what you are after, you will have to hear them for yourself.
B&B Bullets ROCK!!! right sound and louder
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Ron, Did You Add Y-pipe And Headers??? (on Your Route 66 Exhaust)...... I Want The Mild Sound, Great Looks!!! I Just Dont Want Alot Of Popping... Does All The Aftermarket Exhaust Have This Problem??? Thanks For Replys......
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Originally Posted by jrose7004
If you ask 10 people you'll get 10 different opinions!
Last edited by Dr_PimpRide; Oct 22, 2004 at 10:08 AM.
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I own the B&B PRT tri-flow exhaust and if I had to do it again, I would get the Route 66 or a Corsa. The sound is great but I feel like there is more droning in the interior than I would like. A few months ago I offered a trade for my PRT for the less agressive Route 66. I got a lot of offers to buy it straight out but no one had a Route 66 to trade.