Exhaust question
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Melting Slicks
Joined: Aug 2001
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From: Tennessee
Exhaust question
I have a completely stock 99. I have purchased a Halltech TRIC/MAG air intake and intend on installing it. My question is : Do I REALLY need an aftermarket exhaust system ? Most people say that the aftermarket systems are mosty for the sound and that you don't really get any performance edge from them. If this is true, then I will spend the $700-$800 on a modification that would make a difference. Should I buy the exhaust or spend the money on something better, say like a NX wet kit ?
Racer
Joined: May 2001
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From: Torrance CA
Re: Exhaust question (Corvette Poor)
I had a completely stock 98 then installed the PRTs, then Halltech Sidewinder. To me, I didnt feel any performance gains from the PRTs, but well worth the money in sound!! When you put on an aftermarket exhaust you wouldnt believe the difference, it sounds like you have a mean **** under the hood, and the exhaust tips look really cool!!
A suggestion would be to buy a used exhaust on the forum. You can usually get a good deal between $450-600. and IMO its well worth the money, and the install is a piece of cake. :cheers:
A suggestion would be to buy a used exhaust on the forum. You can usually get a good deal between $450-600. and IMO its well worth the money, and the install is a piece of cake. :cheers:
Melting Slicks
Joined: May 2001
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From: Huntington Beach CA
Re: Exhaust question (Brazen C5)
Hey, I wanted to save my money for better mods, but I still wanted that beast sounding exhuast I got the A&A exhuast mod for $60 and had it installed for $30. And believe me, it sounds wicked at WOT. Really worth the money, install it with an x-pipe to get the burble out. If you are looking for a better sound but don't want to be poor you should go this way.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Nov 2001
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From: Nashville TN
CI 3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10 Veteran
Re: Exhaust question (Corvette Poor)
Listen to this sound clip. Get the dual cannons for 399 or get on the GP for the 4 tip for 599. :D http://forums.corvetteforum.com/zerothread?id=257661
Melting Slicks
Joined: Feb 2000
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From: Pittsburgh, PA
Re: Exhaust question (Corvette Poor)
Some good suggestions here. To answer your question, no, an aftermarket exhaust (cat back system) won't get you any extra ponies. The only exhaust change that would get you some power would be long tube headers. :cool:
Race Director
Joined: Aug 1999
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From: GARDENA Ca, State Of Konfusion
St. Jude Donor '05
Re: Exhaust question (Untouchable00)
Hey, I wanted to save my money for better mods, but I still wanted that beast sounding exhuast I got the A&A exhuast mod for $60 and had it installed for $30. And believe me, it sounds wicked at WOT. Really worth the money, install it with an x-pipe to get the burble out. If you are looking for a better sound but don't want to be poor you should go this way.
Melting Slicks
Joined: May 2001
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From: Huntington Beach CA
Re: Exhaust question (wallstAL)
wallstAL I don't see what exhaust you have in your sig. Do you have the A&A?? I am really happy with it. Every cruise-in or whenever I drive around people come up to me and ask what kind of exhaust I am running. It sounds really nice.
Race Director
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From: GARDENA Ca, State Of Konfusion
St. Jude Donor '05
Re: Exhaust question (Untouchable00)
Untouchable00
I have the Power House Exhaust (Mid America) with the A&A mod. The tips came from my local muffler shop. With the cam, the exhaust note went up 30%.
[Modified by wallstAL, 5:10 PM 3/17/2002]
I have the Power House Exhaust (Mid America) with the A&A mod. The tips came from my local muffler shop. With the cam, the exhaust note went up 30%.
[Modified by wallstAL, 5:10 PM 3/17/2002]
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