I would be on this list but I still dont want to buy an exhaust without ACTUALLY hearing it on the car. :/

 

Based on the impact of my X-pipe on my axle-backs, I think it would be QUIETER with one installed.

 

Overboost,

Wow I did not know that. Good intel. THANKS.

 

Not a problem Eric. That was my experience with the Corsa exhaust, but I could guess the same would happen with any axle back installed.

I'll throw the idea out to Shaun if we can get a used set of GT500 mufflers and throw them on my car and see what it sounds like. I'd also like to get a camera out and get some video of different exhaust options, since we have access to several choices right now by making a few phone calls.

 

Stinger1982

Shaun, I sent you a PM.

Thanks.

 

Not 100% sure, but I believe an x-pipe (at $350 to $400) would cost more than the SVT mufflers. So there may not be very many people out there with that combo.

Still, I agree it'd be interesting. I now think these mufflers are about as good as you're going to get in an axle-back alone. They are definitely loud with ANY kind of acceleration. My gas mileage has taken a hit since I'm now on the throttle a bit more, seeking that exhaust music.

My original post was critical of these mufflers b/c I had expected more low bass/rumble (the kind of sound you'd feel as much as hear) with these, but these SVTs put out plenty of volume that you can hear and have grown on me. I now believe it'll take long tube headers, x-pipe, and hi-flow cats for this 5.0 to really achieve that OHV-style rumble I personally would like to have. That said, I look forward to auditioning more systems in person next summer, where I'll hopefully see more 5.0s at shows.

Maybe that's why these babies (GT500s) are drone-free. Too much bass you can feel probably would contribute too much to undesirable drone.

This is a great mod for the money.

 

Sent you a PM Shaun! Looking forward to hearing from you!

 

Does anybody have sound clips? I cant find them. Thanks.

 

Stinger,

I sent the information that you requested cc# mailing address.... But, I haven't gotten confirmation that you received it.

 

It is the weekend, give it time.

 

True overboost, Just anxious and I sent info Fri AM. But, I don't check my in box every day either, so I'll just wait. Excited about this good deal.

 

I got the PM Eric I am currently out of town on some other business and will get these ordered monday

GT-500's with an X-pipe would be pretty quiet for those who are asking

 

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Shaun called today!!! Seems like a great guy. In about a week I'll be rumbling with a little more baritone.

 

Shaun, as requested, my info has been sent.
And a second PM with my address! Thanks again!

 

That was my stance, but then I realized I didn't know how long it would be until got a chance to hear any aftermarket exhausts on a 5.0 in person. Shoot, I've only seen 2 or 3 other 5.0s in person, and those were at shows, and they all had unmodified exhausts.

I decided I'd rather take a chance on a less expensive system than live with my stock mufflers some indeterminate period of time. Hope you can hang in there....

 

Your and eric's order's will ship in the AM


jdpstang we will see you at the shop tomorrow afternoon!

 

For those who have been watching this thread, and possibly considering this mod...I say two thumbs up. I stopped by Rehagen today and met up with Shaun to have the GT 500's put on. First and foremost, you couldn't ask for a nicer guy than Shaun. Had a great time chatting with him, and he clearly knows what he's talking about. Secondly, Rehagen's shop is ridiculous. So many truly bada$$ Mustangs...tons of cool stuff. And last but not least, the mufflers.

These things are awesome. I could not be happier with the sound. Definitely more throaty than stock. All around, it's a deeper, richer tone. Precisely what this car should've sounded like from the factory. Absolutely no drone. These fit my bill perfectly, not only in price, but in sound. I, like many of you, have been back and forth about different systems. I was looking at Roush, Ford Racing Sports/Borla Stingers, Corsa...etc. All those systems just sounded too high pitched and raspy for me. I like a loud exhaust, but that's just not what I wanted for this car. As I said...couldn't be happier!

I snapped a quick video with my iPhone. It was shot in a parking garage, and on a phone...so it's not the best quality, but it's something. Video can be seen here:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bAWzsYRoUOo

Really hope those of you out there considering this exhaust get in touch with Shaun. The mufflers are great and it feels really good to have supported a great vendor to this community!

 

Thanks Shaun. I've got my eye out for the Fed Ex truck.

 

Can we get some better videos? Like a start up outside and some drive buys and take offs?