Hi everyone, I just installed the Magnaflow 12468 muffler on my truck. It is awesome, lets out an impressive noise at all times. At idle it lets out a deep rumbling pitch, just how I expected it to be. When cruising the highway at 2k RPM it doesn't drone at all, and you don't hear much in the cab. I let my dad drive it past me, and from the outside at 2k RPM it sounds BITCHEN! I would recommend this muffler to everyone. Here are some before and after pics of the Muffler. I will try to record the sounds it makes, so for everyone that doesn't have one will get an idea of what it sounds like. Soon the tips will be replaced with BaBolts tips. Thx for bringing the Digital Cam Marcus, and also reffering me to Jimmy at Royal Muffler. I ow ya for that.






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Proud owner of a Silver 2001 Lightning!

 

What was the cost of the muffler and where could I get one? Thanks.

 

Cost of the Muffler was $200 and ordered it from Royal Muffler. Only took them a day to get it.

 

you can also go to http://www.exhaustproslinc.com

I got my 14568 for $129.00

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SILVER 2001 LIGHTNING
Built 02/14/01
Picked up 03/03/01
Sportmasters tonneau
Bedrug
Alpine head unit and six disk changer.
JL Audio speakers
Magnaflow muffler
JDM BigMouth Filter.

http://members.tripod.com/donf150/Welcome/id7.html

 

Sorry for being so naive, but what's the difference between the two. I want a nice deep tone that's a tad louder than stock. Not wake the neighbors loud.

Nevermind, found the difference - size differnce.

[This message has been edited by CornerCarver (edited 04-19-2001).]

 

I had the MagnaFlow 12468 muffler on for about 2 months. It is really a beautiful muffler nice welds and you can see right thru it and look at the built in X pipe. The muffler seems to be getting louder with age. I really haven't felt any more extra power from the muffler just a little more noise when I press the gas petal. The best thing about it you don't have any irrating noise in the cab at any speeds like my Flowmaster mufflers had. I paid $127. for the muffler and $50. for the installation and 2 -2 1/2 pipes from the muffler to my stock tips.

DJY

 

ciione,

Glad you like it. Nice truck. VERY clean install.

I agree with DJY on the sound, they're getting better with age. I opted for Borla tips on mine.




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Brake Late, Dive Deep

Speedin Bob, Owner/Operator/Pilot
Lightning #2504, 6/17/99
NLOC # 438
**intercooler #2 dying**
JDM Flip Chip. 90mm Mass Air Meter, Johnny Lightning Ram Air,
Magnaflow muffler, JDM driveshaft, JL Driveshaft Loop, Lo-Tek Pillar Pod, Autometer Gauges, Keyless Entry, Retrax Bed Cover, Shackles, Wet Okoles, Mobil 1/FilterMag, Clear Corners



Zing Site Speedin Bob's pics

 

Mufflers - especially aftermarket, free-flow ones - do indeed get louder with use. That's because some of the packing (aka muffling material) actually blows out. The faster you go, the more it blows out - dyno runs made a noticeable difference in my bike's exhaust sound.

-Ollie


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"Our Lady of Blessed Acceleration, don't fail me now!!!"
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Is there any difference in tone between the 468 and 568. Is one louder than the other?

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GalaxyEng
2000 RED #2926
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PSP Filter
PSP 4-way
Pro-Sport Tonneau

 

speedin bob: GO CLEAN THOSE WHEELS!!!

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Tally,

I know I know. Time for another post-bath photoshoot. Wonder if Hotpants is available?

 

Why does everyone install there Magnaflow at a 45 degree angle?

Mine are installed normal/flat.

 

the Factory pipes are offset.

 

Galaxy, I am not to sure what the differance is, but I am very pleased with 12468.

 

Speedin Bob,

I guess my exhaust installer didn't think about making it easy for himself.