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Old Apr 16, 2002 | 09:57 AM
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Ok guys, I started the poll about the exhaust systems out there.... Now here's your chance to cast a vote for your favorite H-pipe! :)

Also, please give details about the installation. Did you have to cut the stock pipes? How were the mfg's instructions? All pieces/parts included? Would you buy it again?

I'm getting close to a decision on my exhaust and from everything I read, it looks like an H-pipe is a pretty good thing to install.

Let's hear for ya!
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Old Apr 16, 2002 | 10:48 AM
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Mine H pipe is welded in and cost $40 to have installed.
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Old Apr 16, 2002 | 02:50 PM
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There aren't any aftermarket H pipes.... Corvettes come from the factory with H-pipes. There are X pipes however, but not really a difference between brands, expensive one require cutting on one side, cheap ones require cutting on both sides.
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Old Apr 17, 2002 | 12:40 PM
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Go with an X-pipe. An H-pipe is an inefficient version of an X-pipe. If you have to spend money, spend it on the better component.
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Old Apr 17, 2002 | 10:35 PM
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Can't wait to put on my Magnaflow X pipe but it looks good and I'm sure it will help out. :cool:
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Old Apr 18, 2002 | 10:10 PM
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I recently installed the Magnaflow X-pipe and have had the Corsa Indy exhaust for quite a while. The Magnaflow got rid of the motorboat burble and and the sound is much smoother at idle. The interior resonance is a little louder but the full throttle scream is not as loud as it used to be. I definitely feel a seat of the pants improvement concerning torque, though. I feel it is worth the money and the quality is excellent! [IMG][/IMG] :smash:
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Old Apr 18, 2002 | 10:12 PM
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Looks like the Magnaflow X-pipe is a clear winner! Anyone have a sound file of this system, possibly with the Magnaflow cat-back installed too?? Why was this x-pipe sooo popular?
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