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Old Aug 6, 2022 | 02:46 PM
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Of the three parts that consist the C5 exhaust system Headers, center , and rear muffler portion. What one change makes the most proficient
gains in performance. Not looking for sound just performance. I would like to change the whole system but cannot afford that option.
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Go with headers (long tube) for the most performance. You will feel a difference.
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What he said. X-pipe vs H-pipe very little difference. OEM catbacks vs. aftermarket also a little gain (though less weight is possible). Long tube headers though are demonstrated to bump power, and to seriously increase the potential of other changes as well.
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Thanks for the Quick Responses
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