Thinking of switching exhaust systems
#1
Thinking of switching exhaust systems
I've been running the Corsa Extremes with the X-pipe since shortly after I got my car, and, to be honest, I think I want it a bit louder. The FRPP/Borla 3" system has got my attention right now, but I haven't heard it in person yet. I've heard the axle backs vaguely, but want to hear the system with the 3" over the axle pipes and their X-pipe installed.
So, I'm looking for other options. Needs to have no drone, and preferably an X-pipe sound. Another option would be a Boss 302 H-pipe and GT500 mufflers to add a little "surround" to the exhaust.
So, I'm looking for other options. Needs to have no drone, and preferably an X-pipe sound. Another option would be a Boss 302 H-pipe and GT500 mufflers to add a little "surround" to the exhaust.
Last edited by Overboost; 9/4/11 at 07:43 PM.
#2
You're turning into me Steve! Your car sounds great, definitely a lot quieter inside than I expected it to be at WOT.
I think the Borla S type's and your X pipe will give you the extra volume you're looking for at a far cheaper cost than doing a full catback.
I think the Borla S type's and your X pipe will give you the extra volume you're looking for at a far cheaper cost than doing a full catback.
#3
Just last week I heard my first 5.0 with aftermarket exhaust and it happened to have the Borla S-types and carted X. I fell in love with the sound. Combination of 4.6 4v and Audi RS4 V8s. Amazing!
#5
I thought the Corsa Extremes + X pipe were up there in volume?
The Borla S Type isn't even as loud as the Roush ab's, right?
The Borla S Type isn't even as loud as the Roush ab's, right?
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I'm thinking that might be the way I go now. My only gripe with the Corsa system is the X-pipe; whoever thought it was a good idea to put a cut in the drivers side pipe created a lovely spot for a leak. Not to mention, it seems like a pain to try and align the system with that in place.
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How about this.. same car
Last edited by JimmyM; 9/6/11 at 01:39 AM.
#13
Don't want to do headers. I actually want to keep my cats, so it's louder, but not too loud.
I've been thinking more and more about just swapping the Borla X-pipe in and seeing if that resolves my occasional leak out of the Corsa pipe. The fit & finish on the Borla pipe looks quite a bit nicer.
I've been thinking more and more about just swapping the Borla X-pipe in and seeing if that resolves my occasional leak out of the Corsa pipe. The fit & finish on the Borla pipe looks quite a bit nicer.
#15
Well, after the side by side, I'd say Overboost is a Borla fan ;-). Here's the comparison video. It was shot with a stereo-capable HD point-and-shoot that was placed approximately 10-12 feet behind the cars in an open parking lot. The details of the RPM, etc, are in the video intro.
#16
Nice.
How does an X pipe change the sound? It makes it more raspy and higher pitched, no?
How does an X pipe change the sound? It makes it more raspy and higher pitched, no?
#18
I'd like to go with an X-pipe that is all one piece.
#19
Wanna trade axlebacks? I have the S types with about 500 miles on them and they are WAY too loud with the supercharger!! I have the magnaflow o/r x pipe and factory midpipes and while the car was NA it was the best soundind exhaust I ever heard on a s197...now with the blower it way to **** loud! LOL
#20
Wanna trade axlebacks? I have the S types with about 500 miles on them and they are WAY too loud with the supercharger!! I have the magnaflow o/r x pipe and factory midpipes and while the car was NA it was the best soundind exhaust I ever heard on a s197...now with the blower it way to **** loud! LOL