After spending the last week going through just about every exhaust thread I could find, calling the manufacturers and speaking to about 10 difference performance and muffler shops, I have decided to go with the Ravin' Z-55.

My local Midas shop will install the muffler (keeping the stock pipes) for $165.

It was an extremely tough choice between the Gibson SS and the Ravin', however, I liked the sound of the Ravin better (not to soft/not too loud). From what I could find out, there is minimal difference in performance between the two systems (although I could not get any hard specs on the Ravin). Since performance was important to me, I heavily relied on the numerous postings here to help me out.

Thanks to all for your helpful and in-depth posts on both systems.

I am having it installed on 3/5 -- will let you know the results.

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2000 F-150 XLT Supercab, 5.4L, 4x4, 3.55 gears

• Smittybuilt sure step bars
• K&N Air Filter
• Ford (Duraliner) Bedliner
• Class III Tow Package
• Superchip

 

Congrats! You will be impressed. I still am and I've had mine since September. Let us know what you think!

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2001 SCrew Lariat
AZ Beige/DW Blue
5.4L, AirRaid Intake, K&N Filter, Ravin Z-33 Exhaust SI/DO, Power Moon Roof, Westin Stainless Nerf Bars, Vent Visors And Bug Deflector, Custom Tinted Windows, Upgraded Audio System, Custom Hitch-Haul Receiver System

Coming!!
HyperTech Power Programmer (when available)
PowerAid Spacer
Rims & Tires
Air Dam Replacement W/ Driving Lights

 

Glad to hear you enjoy yours Adamski... I hope to have them installed tomorrow (assuming we don't get buried under 3ft of snow first). I'll let you know how it turns out.

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2000 F-150 XLT Supercab, 5.4L, 4x4, 3.55 gears

• Smittybuilt sure step bars
• K&N Air Filter
• Ford (Duraliner) Bedliner
• Class III Tow Package
• Superchip

 

cyclone,

you know i'm watching and am interested in your feedback. specifically....how loud over stock while idling and at highway speeds.

i committed to the shop in my other tread for 15 mar. although i'm going with the exlerator for now, i can substitute the raven if i choose. keep us advised.

i assume from your post you aren't getting a dual cat back.

[This message has been edited by Kenny (edited 03-05-2001).]

 

Kenny,

I was due to have my exhaust installed today but we ended up with a winter storm instead (damn!). It has been rescheduled for Wednesday -- I will certainly let you know how it goes.

You are right, I am not getting the duals just yet (too focused on not losing low end torque) -- maybe once I add more mods, I'll have duals installed. For now, I was looking for better sound and performance. I am using the stock pipes and just replacing the muffler (so I will have a SI/SO).

Take care...



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2000 F-150 XLT Supercab, 5.4L, 4x4, 3.55 gears

• Smittybuilt sure step bars
• K&N Air Filter
• Ford (Duraliner) Bedliner
• Class III Tow Package
• Superchip

 

Well, I had the Ravin' installed yesterday and I have to agree with the majority of respondants on this subject -- it is a great muffler!

I got the Z-55 installed because I wanted a good mix between sound and performance. That is exactly what this system delivers.

At idle it is certainly louder than stock but not too much (I would assume it is similar to the Gibson Dual Sport and Flowmaster 50). On the highway, you can certainly hear it but it is a nice mellow drone -- it is most noticable between 1500 and 2000 rpm). When you open it up, it sounds great! Throughout the entire range, the sound is a deep, smooth rumble that build to a growl at WOT.

For those of you who like a "very" noticible sound at idle -- this is probably not the muffler for you. However, if you want a system that sounds great, is louder than stock and gives you the added benefit of more HP and Torque (especially in the mid range) this is certainly a system worth looking at!!!

Regards

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2000 F-150 XLT Supercab, 5.4L, 4x4, 3.55 gears

• Smittybuilt sure step bars
• K&N Air Filter
• Ford (Duraliner) Bedliner
• Class III Tow Package
• Superchip

 

I HAVE THE RAVINS TOO!!!!CLASS 55 I LOVE THEM
THEY SOUND LOUD ON MY TRUCK!!!MY WIFE HATES WHEN I REMOTE START IT IN THE GARAGE,THE WHOLE HOUSE SHAKES.IF YOU CHECK WWW.GORAVIN.COM YOU CAN HEAR THEM FROM A SAMPLE F150 TRUCK.

2000 F150 XLT EXTCAB 8FT BED
CUSTOM SUPERCHIP
K&N GENII KIT
GRANATELLI MASSAIR FLOW SENSOR 80MM
RAVIN CLASS 55 3INCH IN 2 2.5MANDREL BENT OUT
3"STAINLESS STEEL TIPS

 

fst5.4-

Just imagine doing the same with the 33's. I have neighbors that has asked me to either park on the street or not to use my remote starter. It shakes their houses too!

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2001 SCrew Lariat
AZ Beige/DW Blue
5.4L, AirRaid Intake, K&N Filter, Ravin Z-33 Exhaust SI/DO, Power Moon Roof, Westin Stainless Nerf Bars, Vent Visors And Bug Deflector, Custom Tinted Windows, Upgraded Audio System, Custom Hitch-Haul Receiver System

Coming!!
HyperTech Power Programmer (when available)
PowerAid Spacer
Rims & Tires
Air Dam Replacement W/ Driving Lights

 

adamski,
DON'T buy the hypertech buy the superchip from MIKE TROYER.The hypertech
is to complicated.Mike can set up a superchip for you.My truck feals like its on steroids!!!!I can burn a nasty patch and my truck is 7000 lbs.

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2000 f150 5.4 triton v8
extcab with 8 foot bed
custom superchip
k&n genII kit
granatelli mass air 80mm
ravin class 55 muffler
3in 2-2.5 out the back
3in stainless steel tips
bug flector bug guard
gps tail light covers
gps vent sheilds

 

fast5.4-
I wouldn't mind having the chip instead, but it is totally uneconomical for me to have the chip. As I understand, you have to run premium gas, and the mileage increase is really not very noticeable. I drive way to many miles for business and the price difference for the premium would kill me. At least with the programmer, you don't have to change the gas, and you can alter the running methods of the truck. Somedays I have an 8000lb boat to pull, somedays I do nothing but highway driving. I'm afraid with the chip, that I'll have to sacrifice one for the other. I'm not quite ready to do anything, I have a lot of research to do before I do anything.

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2001 SCrew Lariat
AZ Beige/DW Blue
5.4L, AirRaid Intake, K&N Filter, Ravin Z-33 Exhaust SI/DO, Power Moon Roof, Westin Stainless Nerf Bars, Vent Visors And Bug Deflector, Custom Tinted Windows, Upgraded Audio System, Custom Hitch-Haul Receiver System

Coming!!
HyperTech Power Programmer (when available)
PowerAid Spacer
Rims & Tires
Air Dam Replacement W/ Driving Lights

 

ADAMSKI

COOL BUT CHECK WITH MIKE HE HAS A FLIP CHIP FOR 87 OCTANE OR 92 OCTANE.

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2000 f150 5.4 triton v8
extcab with 8 foot bed
custom superchip
k&n genII kit
granatelli mass air 80mm
ravin class 55 muffler
3in 2-2.5 mandrel bent out the back
3in stainless steel tips
bug flector bug guard
gps tail light covers
gps vent sheilds
off road package