I've searched through the forums extensivly and read through the entire sticky. I've listened to pretty much every sound clip as well. From this it has posed some questions/comments.

I figured I would post exactly what I am looking for, as its very hard to tell from many of the sound clips.

1) The exhaust can't annoy my neighbors when I come home at 2am, or leave for work early. (SLP Loudmouth is out)

2) I want a much deeper exhaust note, with almost that "metalic gurgle" you would hear on chambered exhaust from the 60s.

3) I hate exhaust drone on the freeway. I pretty much want stock sounding exhaust at this point. I had a highly modified 99 Mercury cougar a few years back and the exhaust I chose for that drove me mad on the freeway. Some drone is OK, but major drone, no way jose!

4) Through the city I would like to be heard moreso than stock.

Is there even a system that fits these needs?

From the above I think the Corsa is a close fit, but its a bit expensive.

I know there is a new exhaust thread every day, and I am a "newbie" here, but hopefully some of the veterens here who have tried multiple systems can help me out here.

I think what would be very helpful is a sticky post that ranks the various exhaust systems from quietest to loudest, and ranks drone from lowest to highest.

-Matthew

 

Magnaflows are pretty quiet

 

I had the Magnaflows (not the Magnapaks) and they sounded great. I sold them because I wanted something louder, but they have a nice smooth tone... and just a tad bit louder than stock. However, they didn't really have that deep tone that you are looking for. I haven't heard the Borla's in person on the '05... but from what I have read on here they are deeper than the stock exhaust note. Very nice tips too. I would recommend the Borla's for your specific needs. But wait until you hear some input from guys with Borla exhaust.

 

Wait until spring, find a local car club/meet listen to others in person if you must.

www.chicagolandmustang.com

 

off road H with the stock mufflers. Sounds VERY 60s metallic. and it is pretty quiet. much quieter than the SLPs. and it only costs about $170.

 

To answer your question.....

Flowmasters

 

I must be the only one here who bought the FRPP model M5230-5GTQ. Most people go with the stingers but I didn't want too much loud. This is very nice. Deeper Borla sound without being annoying. To each his own I guess.

 

I have Magnaflow (not Magnapack) stainless cat back and x-pipe. I was looking for: hp gain, forever exhaust pieces (as I drive primarily stop-n-go), looks, no emission impact, and not a lot of sound increase. I am VERY satisfied.

 

I vote Flows as well! Not too loud but was deep enough to set off an alarm next to me in the parking garage the other day when I started it up! Everyone I talk to says it sounds so mean and deep. I almost wish I could have someone else drive the car and follow to hear it! Drone is minimal, and even at full drone from about 1300-1700 RPM the resonance is not deafening or annoying. And it sounds so good gurgling back down to idle after a rev or going through the gears [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.gif[/img]

 

Go with the Corsa's if you have the money and you won't be sorry. There is absolutely no drone, the sound is great (deep and rumbly like a Mustang should sound like), and they look awesome. I am very happy with mine. [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/thumb.gif[/img]

-TRB

 

It is totally opinion really.

bryman described the flows pretty well. The gurgle I only really hear when shes cold, after warmed up its not as noticable.


I did a sound clip when the engine/flows were cold.

http://www.ori.net/stillcruzin/Flows.WAV

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Stoenr @ February 8, 2006, 11:08 AM) Quoted post</div><div class='quotemain'>
It is totally opinion really.

bryman described the flows pretty well. The gurgle I only really hear when shes cold, after warmed up its not as noticable.
I did a sound clip when the engine/flows were cold.

http://www.ori.net/stillcruzin/Flows.WAV
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That sounds fantastic!

Where is the best place to order the Flowmasters from? I've noticed they are much cheaper than most other systems, that leaves some free cash for a set of pulleys [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.gif[/img]

Thanks guys!

-Matt

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(latebreak @ February 8, 2006, 7:45 PM) Quoted post</div><div class='quotemain'>
That sounds fantastic!

Where is the best place to order the Flowmasters from? I've noticed they are much cheaper than most other systems, that leaves some free cash for a set of pulleys [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.gif[/img]

Thanks guys!

-Matt
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21st Century Exhaust
2900 HIGH RIDGE RD. #05
BOYNTON BEACH, FL 33426 US
phone: (800)276-6399

the kit is $245, best price anywhere! and they charge $20 shipping. And they are fast shipping!

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(MaverickMLFD371 @ February 8, 2006, 8:20 PM) Quoted post</div><div class='quotemain'>
21st Century Exhaust
2900 HIGH RIDGE RD. #05
BOYNTON BEACH, FL 33426 US
phone: (800)276-6399

the kit is $245, best price anywhere! and they charge $20 shipping. And they are fast shipping!
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Hear hear - s'where I got mine from - real nice folks - and I live 15 minutes from them so I picked em up in person [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/thumb.gif[/img]

 

Great price! Too bad they dont seem to have a web site. Coud stand to make alot of business I would think with those prices.
Just make sure you are getting the American Thunders.

I picked mine up from http://www.brenspeed.com

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Burke0011 @ February 8, 2006, 8:50 PM) Quoted post</div><div class='quotemain'>
Hear hear - s'where I got mine from - real nice folks - and I live 15 minutes from them so I picked em up in person [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/thumb.gif[/img]
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Awesome, congrats and good luck with the kit! Trust me, you wont be dissapointed!

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(MaverickMLFD371 @ February 9, 2006, 6:50 AM) Quoted post</div><div class='quotemain'>
Awesome, congrats and good luck with the kit! Trust me, you wont be dissapointed!
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Just placed an order with 21st Century. Great Guys, Great Price and in-stock!
It's going to be shipped out today.

[img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/thumb.gif[/img]

I'll be sure to take a bunch of photos during the install, and of course post my impressions.

Thanks for the help guys. Now I just need the JLT II and SCT X-2 and the car will be perfect! (for now)

-Matt

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(latebreak @ February 9, 2006, 1:18 PM) Quoted post</div><div class='quotemain'>
Just placed an order with 21st Century. Great Guys, Great Price and in-stock!
It's going to be shipped out today.

[img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/thumb.gif[/img]

I'll be sure to take a bunch of photos during the install, and of course post my impressions.

Thanks for the help guys. Now I just need the JLT II and SCT X-2 and the car will be perfect! (for now)

-Matt
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Doug @ BamaChips for that combo! [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/thumb.gif[/img]