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Old May 3, 2024 | 09:25 PM
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How did you check the catalyst efficiency? Have you actually Seen and heard the system? The people I talked with were happy with the product. With that said, I don't judge a product or a person, by their surroundings.
2M is garbage and so is the owner. Everything they say is a lie. Nothing to explain on efficiency of their cats they are the cheapest cel you can buy.
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Old May 3, 2024 | 10:35 PM
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They hurt your feelings? Rude? Have you read your own posts? They did answer all my questions. More than once. PM to posters on this site were positive on their headers.
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Old Aug 3, 2024 | 08:03 AM
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I voted MBRP of the two only because all the continuing negative customer service feedback I always hear about 2m. Product can be nice all it wants, but if I have a issue its nice to know they'll be someone there to help me. Case in point, I put a Corsa system on my car like 2 weeks ago, one of my tips had a small finish issue. Contacted Corsa, they gave me no BS and had a new tip at my house like 3-4 days later. Thats the kind've customer service we all like in our lives.
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Old Aug 3, 2024 | 11:43 AM
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I do have several Corsa, AWE & Borla options in stock.

I will be getting in a batch of no valve stainless steel catbacks with bullet style mufflers in the next few weeks. Titanium will also be available.



I also have my new four valve catback for for ALL C8 Corvettes coming in a few weeks. This systems allows you to have dual mode volume control whether you have the Z51 package/oem performance exhaust system or not as the npp valves are controlled by remote + vacuum.


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Old Aug 3, 2024 | 01:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Corvetteexhaustsystems
I do have several Corsa, AWE & Borla options in stock.

I will be getting in a batch of no valve stainless steel catbacks for $999.99 with bullet style mufflers in the next few weeks. Titanium will be $1999.99.



I also have my new four valve catback for $2499.99 for ALL C8 Corvettes coming in a few weeks. This systems allows you to have dual mode volume control whether you have the Z51 package/oem performance exhaust system or not as the npp valves are controlled by remote + vacuum.

https://youtube.com/shorts/-WDyZWZb-...HXPt9tZVilF9cS
Oh my that sounds really good for a video…. Gotta love the price point.
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Old Aug 3, 2024 | 02:42 PM
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I have the MBRP and love the sounds, and all of the compliments at car shows.
No drone!

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Old Aug 4, 2024 | 05:47 PM
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AWE Track. Sounded fantastic on my M4 Competition. A 6.2 liter NA V8 won't disappoint.
Will have it installed Tues at Dealer. While in there, will have K&N installed, as well. At my 7000' altitude, freer breathing makes a lot of sense. Both accomplish that.

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Old Aug 5, 2024 | 06:37 AM
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Originally Posted by Maxie2U
Paragon Exhaust, a quality exhaust for a low price.

https://youtu.be/qvUoX9IRwG4?si=Tpa1CM6P32v0lTYl
Everything on Paragons website is way overpriced.
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I would make 100% sure they do not drone before purchasing. A lot (if not all) track exhaust systems will drone around 1500rpm or when AFM v4 mode kicks on. I’m looking for an exhaust as well. Possibly AWE Touring.
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Old Aug 5, 2024 | 11:54 AM
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Originally Posted by ssgm1x@aol.com
Everything on Paragons website is way overpriced.
I was looking at Paragon headers. Last week I saw them for $1999 now their $2399 raised $400 in a week.
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Old Aug 5, 2024 | 01:30 PM
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Originally Posted by ssgm1x@aol.com
I would make 100% sure they do not drone before purchasing. A lot (if not all) track exhaust systems will drone around 1500rpm or when AFM v4 mode kicks on. I’m looking for an exhaust as well. Possibly AWE Touring.
AWE track will drone for sure, its loud..

We have the best of luck with the AWE touring and Borla S Type. We do have a batch of people that do complain that even that drones for them but also A LOT of people that don't.

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Old Aug 5, 2024 | 02:39 PM
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Just ordered an AWE Track for my '24 SR. Had it on my M4 and sounded great! I don't think you can beat it, and Southern Car Parts had a terrific price! To each their own, of course.
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Originally Posted by Corvetteexhaustsystems
I do have several Corsa, AWE & Borla options in stock.

I will be getting in a batch of no valve stainless steel catbacks for $999.99 with bullet style mufflers in the next few weeks. Titanium will be $1999.99.

I have a non-NPP car. What the story on the exhaust pictured? I didn’t see them on your site yet. I was leaning toward Paragon exhaust until I heard the M2 in person and it’s half the price. Your pipe pictured and the other 2 I mentioned are similar. I only want to take the bumper off once.
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Old Oct 2, 2024 | 06:15 AM
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Originally Posted by cmashark
I have a non-NPP car. What the story on the exhaust pictured? I didn’t see them on your site yet. I was leaning toward Paragon exhaust until I heard the M2 in person and it’s half the price. Your pipe pictured and the other 2 I mentioned are similar. I only want to take the bumper off once.
Yeah I literally just got these Level Up Exhausts in I haven't even had the chance to do web photography and post them to the website. If you're in a rush I can email you an invoice and ship them your way by tomorrow.

But they are similar in spirit to the AWE & Corsa track editions...no valves for maximum volume and weight savings. Small bullet-style mufflers for sound tuning I have both 304 stainless and titanium options in stock right now. You'll use valve simulators (I have one pair in stock for $109.99) to avoid any cel. In your case you'll want only two valve simulators for the afm valves since you don't have the npp valves.

Level Up Exhaust also offers a dual mode C8 exhaust for non-npp cars if you want that functionality. You'll open and close the valves with a remote. Those are on a 1-2 month lead time at this very moment.


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Here's the Level Up Exhaust for C8 with no valves in Titanium. $1999.99. In stock & ready to ship. I'll be posting fresh pics asap. Maybe tonight. But for sure by this weekend:


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Between the two, definitely MBRP.

I'd personally go with a tried and true system with a warranty/customer support that's still made in the US. I've installed all and have been very happy with fitment and results of Corsa, Borla & AWE.

I have several options in stock and would be happy to extend forum pricing. Installs are available as well in the greater Philadelphia area - we've done tons of C8s at this point.

Feel free to PM with questions or for a quote.



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I’m now leaning more towards AWE touring exhaust as I can get a solid “feel” for paragon or M2 and the v4 sound. I looked at your Level Up pipes and they look great, but still on the fence as they look to be the same and I only want to remove this bumper once. So far the best I’ve found with the AW touring is $2679.
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Originally Posted by cmashark
I’m now leaning more towards AWE touring exhaust as I can get a solid “feel” for paragon or M2 and the v4 sound. I looked at your Level Up pipes and they look great, but still on the fence as they look to be the same and I only want to remove this bumper once. So far the best I’ve found with the AW touring is $2679.
AWE Touring has been a very popular system for the C8. Gives the car a deep, aggressive but not overwhelming tone.

I have them in stock (polished & black tips). Feel free to PM or call/text with any questions or for a quote with forum pricing.

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Originally Posted by cmashark
I’m now leaning more towards AWE touring exhaust as I can get a solid “feel” for paragon or M2 and the v4 sound. I looked at your Level Up pipes and they look great, but still on the fence as they look to be the same and I only want to remove this bumper once. So far the best I’ve found with the AW touring is $2679.
Let's get on a call and go over options and final pricing together before you buy 201-575-0861.
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Originally Posted by cmashark
I’m now leaning more towards AWE touring exhaust as I can get a solid “feel” for paragon or M2 and the v4 sound. I looked at your Level Up pipes and they look great, but still on the fence as they look to be the same and I only want to remove this bumper once. So far the best I’ve found with the AW touring is $2679.
We'll get you a better deal.

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