confused about exhaust systems
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wsph
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From: Bristol Ct.
confused about exhaust systems
I have a 04 vert which I put a Borla exhaust , vera ram air system and smooth tube on to gain a little more HP. I am thinking about doing the X- pipe and maybe some long tube headers. Any suggestions and how much HP. gain can I expect. Also any input on having a chip put in it to get some more gain Thanks Any input will be greatly appreiated
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just so you know, if you get longtube headers + high flow cats+ xpipe + borla. it WILL be LOUD.
i have this setup and it is very loud and a loud drone at around 1600 rpms.
im 26 years old and dont mind the loudness for now, but have had the thought to switch to some TI catbacks because of loudness of the drone.
if anyone is in maryland and whats to go for a ride or listen just let me know.
~ nick
i have this setup and it is very loud and a loud drone at around 1600 rpms.
im 26 years old and dont mind the loudness for now, but have had the thought to switch to some TI catbacks because of loudness of the drone.
if anyone is in maryland and whats to go for a ride or listen just let me know.
~ nick
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just so you know, if you get longtube headers + high flow cats+ xpipe + borla. it WILL be LOUD.
i have this setup and it is very loud and a loud drone at around 1600 rpms.
im 26 years old and dont mind the loudness for now, but have had the thought to switch to some TI catbacks because of loudness of the drone.
if anyone is in maryland and whats to go for a ride or listen just let me know.
~ nick
i have this setup and it is very loud and a loud drone at around 1600 rpms.
im 26 years old and dont mind the loudness for now, but have had the thought to switch to some TI catbacks because of loudness of the drone.
if anyone is in maryland and whats to go for a ride or listen just let me know.
~ nick
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Burning Brakes
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With a good tune your setup with long tubes and x-pipe might get you 25 - 30 HP at the rear wheels. This is an excellent starting point for big HP down the road. Your big HP and Torque gains will come if and when you do intake, heads and cam.