Results of Gibson Split Rear install
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From: Worcester, MA
Results of Gibson Split Rear install
I finally got the Gibson Split Rear installed yesterday. At first I was a little disappointed with how loud it was. It definitely had an excellent tone, but I didn't think it was as loud as I wanted it. After an evening of driving around, and then the commute this morning I have decided that it is PLENTY loud enough. Any louder I would have been annoyed on the way to work this morning. There was a bit more noise and vibration in the cab on the highway this morning than I expected, but it wasn't TOO bad.
As far as power is concerned there is a noticeable difference. I was leaving rubber at red lights on dry pavement from a stop. Previously it took a little bit or gravel or water in order to do this. Most impressively, I punched it through a 90 degree turn (granted the pavement was wet here) and was spinning up all the way through second gear. Definitely a cool feeling!
My fun for the evening is going to be driving by parked cars in Boston to see if I can set off alarms.
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Base:
Black 2001 F-150 SC
4x4, 4.6
Sport Package
Black 2001 F-150 SC Sport Package
Extras:
Gibson Split Rear exhaust
K&N Airfilter
Rhino lining
Valentine 1 Radar
Future additions:
Gibson headers
FIPK
Superchip
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From: Ft Polk, LA
worc_mass_F150,
I have been looking at the same system...Do you have the tow package? Also any problems with rear exit and the spare?
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2000 F150 Lariat SuperCab, ORP 4x4, 5.4 Liter w/Auto
Mods: Just beginning
I have been looking at the same system...Do you have the tow package? Also any problems with rear exit and the spare?
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2000 F150 Lariat SuperCab, ORP 4x4, 5.4 Liter w/Auto
Mods: Just beginning
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RansToy:
I have the tow package. I didn't have a problem with the rear exit and the spare, but the guy that installed it said that it was really really close.
Good luck! Let me know how it turns out.
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Base:
Black 2001 F-150 SC
4x4, 4.6
Sport Package
Extras:
Gibson Split Rear exhaust
K&N Airfilter
Rhino lining
Valentine 1 Radar
Future additions:
Gibson headers
FIPK
Superchip
I have the tow package. I didn't have a problem with the rear exit and the spare, but the guy that installed it said that it was really really close.
Good luck! Let me know how it turns out.
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Base:
Black 2001 F-150 SC
4x4, 4.6
Sport Package
Extras:
Gibson Split Rear exhaust
K&N Airfilter
Rhino lining
Valentine 1 Radar
Future additions:
Gibson headers
FIPK
Superchip
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Joined: Feb 2001
Posts: 75
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From: Orlando, FL
Rans-Toy:
I just had that system installed with a tow package/spare and the guy decided to custom weld all the joints and only make the pipes as long as they needed to be(not to make it to close). I watched him do the job and was very happy with the result. Cost me a 100$ but he also tacked the tips on and the job was great. Now I do not have to worry if I add a larger spare. I am very happy with the look & sound. Good luck with it!
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My Ride:
2000 Flareside EC/SB 4.6 4X2 (Harvest Gold)
Air Raid FIPK/w K&N filter
Gibson Split back duals/w tips
Power Aid throttle body spacer
Westin nerf bars (Black)
Lund vent shades, bug shield
V-Tech tail light covers (painted to match)
Tinted Windows
Factory street flares (painted to match)
Factory grill w/honeycomb insert
(swapped out plain chrome one)
Tow Package (III)
Future Mods:
Fabtech 3 1/2 lift with
Eagle rims/31-33 inch tires
[This message has been edited by Trippn (edited 02-28-2001).]
I just had that system installed with a tow package/spare and the guy decided to custom weld all the joints and only make the pipes as long as they needed to be(not to make it to close). I watched him do the job and was very happy with the result. Cost me a 100$ but he also tacked the tips on and the job was great. Now I do not have to worry if I add a larger spare. I am very happy with the look & sound. Good luck with it!
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My Ride:
2000 Flareside EC/SB 4.6 4X2 (Harvest Gold)
Air Raid FIPK/w K&N filter
Gibson Split back duals/w tips
Power Aid throttle body spacer
Westin nerf bars (Black)
Lund vent shades, bug shield
V-Tech tail light covers (painted to match)
Tinted Windows
Factory street flares (painted to match)
Factory grill w/honeycomb insert
(swapped out plain chrome one)
Tow Package (III)
Future Mods:
Fabtech 3 1/2 lift with
Eagle rims/31-33 inch tires
[This message has been edited by Trippn (edited 02-28-2001).]
Just got dual exhaust. Took pics while he still had it up in the air. Wil post as soon as I get them developed.
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1997 XLT Teal 4.6L Flareside 4x4. Automatic, Reg. cab, tinted windows, bug deflector, Dual exhaust, K&N Generation 2 air filter, BullDog keyless entry/remote start(installed myself), Custom 16" wheels, bedliner, Covercraft tonneau cover, electronic shift on the fly. Going to add headers.
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1997 XLT Teal 4.6L Flareside 4x4. Automatic, Reg. cab, tinted windows, bug deflector, Dual exhaust, K&N Generation 2 air filter, BullDog keyless entry/remote start(installed myself), Custom 16" wheels, bedliner, Covercraft tonneau cover, electronic shift on the fly. Going to add headers.
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You will be able to activate alarms. Happens to me all the time.
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My Ride: 1998 F150 4x4 Lariat Supercab Flareside 5.4L in Oxford White/gold, ORP, Tow Package, 3.55 Gears.
Modifications:
Optima Red Top Battery
Split Fire Spark Plugs
K&N FIPK
Gibson Supertruck Exhaust System
Stepshield door sill protectors
Performance Accesories 3" Body Lift
Performance Accesories Lift Lips by Mountain Enterprises
Superlift 3" lift blocks
Gabriel Gas Ryder LT VST Shocks
Daystar Front Anti-sway Bar Polyurethane Bushings
Heckethorn Steering Stabilizer
35x12.5R16.5LT BFG All Terrain KO's
16.5x9.75 American Eagle 589's.
McGard Premium Wheel Locks
Photos at: http://www.communicomgroup.com/jmtruck
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My Ride: 1998 F150 4x4 Lariat Supercab Flareside 5.4L in Oxford White/gold, ORP, Tow Package, 3.55 Gears.
Modifications:
Optima Red Top Battery
Split Fire Spark Plugs
K&N FIPK
Gibson Supertruck Exhaust System
Stepshield door sill protectors
Performance Accesories 3" Body Lift
Performance Accesories Lift Lips by Mountain Enterprises
Superlift 3" lift blocks
Gabriel Gas Ryder LT VST Shocks
Daystar Front Anti-sway Bar Polyurethane Bushings
Heckethorn Steering Stabilizer
35x12.5R16.5LT BFG All Terrain KO's
16.5x9.75 American Eagle 589's.
McGard Premium Wheel Locks
Photos at: http://www.communicomgroup.com/jmtruck
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From: North Ga
I had a Gibson Split Rear System in stalled on my 99 F-150 RC\SB 5.4L. It was worth the money. I have noticed more torque and hprsepower, as well as gas mileage. The sound is just what I have been looking for!!