that is a partially correct statement... the pipes, while the driver's side pipe starts at the manifold/header, must make its way and run parallel to the passenger pipe for MOST of the way. However, past the rear axle, you can then split them however you like, exiting at the passenger side, out the sides, or exiting straight out the rear. i recommend installing either an x pipe or an h pipe for optimum flow/torque. either are not very expensive, and the muffler man would definently carry them. i recommend installing the headers, chopping your exhaust, and driving open headers to the muffler man to do your setup. that way, you will not have to pay him again to possibly have to do rewelding after you install the longtubes, as i had to. as far as tuning goes, you may have to go custom b/c the front o2 sensors must be moved forward due to the extended length of the headers, and tuning must be performed to properly compensate for the change in timing. however, regardless of that, a custom tune will always yield more power than a canned tune. best of luck to you, and let us know how it turns out... be sure to upload pics/clips. if you have anymore questions, feel free to ask. Jon, I am also willing to coversate on the phone in order to circumvent all this typing, and i could probably help you better as well. My email is minimonster17 at hotmail dot com. contact me via email if you like, and we can exchange phone contact info.