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Old May 16, 2010 | 10:23 PM
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What exhaust set up do I want (clueless)

Hey yall, so I've been wanting to get some kind of exhaust put on my truck because it is just not cutting it anymore. However I have no idea what I want to get. I know I want to get some kind of true dual exhaust and I want it to have that deep rumble to it, but not loud as hell in the cab that I have to yell to talk to anyone. Not really thinking straight pipes just because of the loss of power and mpg. Hopefully someone can help me try and pick something out. My girlfriend is insisting on buying it for me as my graduation gift, so pretty much as soon as I figure out what I want done I just need to find a shop and I'll be getting it done to the truck. Trucks a 5.4 by the way if it matters in ideas at all.

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Old May 16, 2010 | 11:11 PM
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True dual Magnapacks/Bullets with a X-pipe and stock 4 cats. It will sound good when you want it to but tame when you don't.
 
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Old May 16, 2010 | 11:14 PM
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Any idea around how much that would cost?
 
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Old May 17, 2010 | 04:37 AM
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True dual Magnapacks/Bullets with a X-pipe and stock 4 cats. It will sound good when you want it to but tame when you don't.
x2, or Dynomax Bullets as the mufflers for a cheaper alternative if every penny matters.
 
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Old May 17, 2010 | 09:02 AM
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Any idea around how much that would cost?
Parts should only cost around $150 +/- and $150-$200 to put it all together. I would suggest going to Bowdon Muffler, but you live on the other side of Atlanta.
 
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Old May 17, 2010 | 12:23 PM
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not looking for just the cheaper alternative. I keep getting told the price doesn't matter. I just really want my truck to have that deep tone to it, and if its possible pick up a little hp or mpg.
 
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Old May 17, 2010 | 12:59 PM
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Well in that case, throw in a set of LT headers and hi-flow cats!
 
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Don't listen to these clowns. You need two FlowMasters in a row, get sum them Super 44's
 
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Old May 17, 2010 | 01:40 PM
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not looking for just the cheaper alternative. I keep getting told the price doesn't matter. I just really want my truck to have that deep tone to it, and if its possible pick up a little hp or mpg.
Roush Off Road or MBRP SI/SO
 
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Old May 17, 2010 | 03:59 PM
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If price is not a factor and you want the best sound and best quality, then hands down the Borla made Roush Offroad is what you should get.
 
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Old May 17, 2010 | 05:07 PM
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Paid about 250 for parts on mine.
Magnapacks - $58 x2
Xpipe - $65
Tips - $75 shipped (2)
 
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Well if price does not matter, hi-flow cats, 2.25" true duals X piped with Borla 14" ProXS mufflers. Very deep tone and clean tone too. Minimal rumble inside.
 
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Old May 18, 2010 | 10:40 PM
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Looking at getting the 14" Borla Pro xs mufflers x piped, since that seems to get pretty good reviews and sounds like Borla makes a good exhaust. Not sure what size tips I should be going with. But does anyone have an idea on how much install is to get true duals put on my truck?
 
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Old May 18, 2010 | 10:46 PM
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Old May 19, 2010 | 05:45 PM
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Originally Posted by Barrett
Looking at getting the 14" Borla Pro xs mufflers x piped, since that seems to get pretty good reviews and sounds like Borla makes a good exhaust. Not sure what size tips I should be going with. But does anyone have an idea on how much install is to get true duals put on my truck?
4"x18" tips for sure. Your truck as a nice high stance, and your wheels & tires will make them look smaller than they actually are.

Borla is the best, no question about it.

$230 is what my true duals fabbed and installed was. $220 - $270 is the average you should look for in 2.5" smooth bent pipes.
 
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