Do you guys think $200 to $250 is a good price for a custom 2.5in catback?
08-19-2003, 05:59 AM
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Do you guys think $200 to $250 is a good price for a custom 2.5in catback?
I called a known local shop and this is what they quoted me until they see the car in person. The guy I spoke to was really helpful so I may give them the job but I wan't to know what you guys are paying in your area for a custom exhaust.
08-19-2003, 05:33 PM
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Save your money and get the 2k+ muffler and have them cut out the nasty crush pipe behind the resonator. That's all you need if you're staying NA. Believe me, I've tried tons of different exhaust systems over the years.
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08-19-2003, 06:52 PM
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Originally posted by Dave B
Save your money and get the 2k+ muffler and have them cut out the nasty crush pipe behind the resonator. That's all you need if you're staying NA. Believe me, I've tried tons of different exhaust systems over the years.
Dave
Save your money and get the 2k+ muffler and have them cut out the nasty crush pipe behind the resonator. That's all you need if you're staying NA. Believe me, I've tried tons of different exhaust systems over the years.
Dave
08-20-2003, 07:38 AM
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Originally posted by spanishrice
I fyour automatic get 2.25 and 5-speed get the 2.5. The bigger exhaust helps up top.
I fyour automatic get 2.25 and 5-speed get the 2.5. The bigger exhaust helps up top.
08-20-2003, 01:11 PM
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Originally posted by DA-MAX
2.5" exhaust helps the 5th gear synchros breathe better and increases fluid flow....if you have a 6 speed 3" is a must, God forbid a CVT car!!!
2.5" exhaust helps the 5th gear synchros breathe better and increases fluid flow....if you have a 6 speed 3" is a must, God forbid a CVT car!!!
08-20-2003, 02:11 PM
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Re: Do you guys think $200 to $250 is a good price for a custom 2.5in catback?
Originally posted by deezo
I called a known local shop and this is what they quoted me until they see the car in person. The guy I spoke to was really helpful so I may give them the job but I wan't to know what you guys are paying in your area for a custom exhaust.
I called a known local shop and this is what they quoted me until they see the car in person. The guy I spoke to was really helpful so I may give them the job but I wan't to know what you guys are paying in your area for a custom exhaust.
08-20-2003, 02:37 PM
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Re: Re: Do you guys think $200 to $250 is a good price for a custom 2.5in catback?
Originally posted by maxstyle98
Who are you using... Lou's Custom?? I would just cut out the stock resonator, and flat spots. Depending if you have a y-pipe or not, and what type of muffler you choose, I would put a 2.5" resonator back in. But leave the 2.25 from the fixed section, up to the muffler, it would be a shame to throw away stainless steel for no hp increase. If you have any questions ask, I used to work at an exhaust shop in the Boston area, so I have tried a few set-ups.
Who are you using... Lou's Custom?? I would just cut out the stock resonator, and flat spots. Depending if you have a y-pipe or not, and what type of muffler you choose, I would put a 2.5" resonator back in. But leave the 2.25 from the fixed section, up to the muffler, it would be a shame to throw away stainless steel for no hp increase. If you have any questions ask, I used to work at an exhaust shop in the Boston area, so I have tried a few set-ups.
08-20-2003, 02:39 PM
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Re: Re: Do you guys think $200 to $250 is a good price for a custom 2.5in catback?
Originally posted by maxstyle98
Who are you using... Lou's Custom?? I would just cut out the stock resonator, and flat spots. Depending if you have a y-pipe or not, and what type of muffler you choose, I would put a 2.5" resonator back in. But leave the 2.25 from the fixed section, up to the muffler, it would be a shame to throw away stainless steel for no hp increase. If you have any questions ask, I used to work at an exhaust shop in the Boston area, so I have tried a few set-ups.
Who are you using... Lou's Custom?? I would just cut out the stock resonator, and flat spots. Depending if you have a y-pipe or not, and what type of muffler you choose, I would put a 2.5" resonator back in. But leave the 2.25 from the fixed section, up to the muffler, it would be a shame to throw away stainless steel for no hp increase. If you have any questions ask, I used to work at an exhaust shop in the Boston area, so I have tried a few set-ups.
08-21-2003, 12:09 AM
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Originally posted by blubyu2k2
thats about the most rediculous thing I have ever heard. So if it helps out up top why wouldn't you get 2.5" on an auto also
thats about the most rediculous thing I have ever heard. So if it helps out up top why wouldn't you get 2.5" on an auto also
08-21-2003, 04:11 AM
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Originally posted by 95emeraldgxe
i guess he's applying the knowledge of the pop charger for a 5spd vs cai for auto. probably saying that the larger piping might yield a noticeable low end loss more in an auto than a 5spd?
i guess he's applying the knowledge of the pop charger for a 5spd vs cai for auto. probably saying that the larger piping might yield a noticeable low end loss more in an auto than a 5spd?
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