[CobraStang161]

Ok, so this 00 gt i baught came with flowmaster mufflers (guy didnt tell me what kind, but they got 3" ID tips) the pipe sounds alright, but i think it could sound better. Its just the muffler, what would i need to do to make it sound louder? Do i need an x pipe to make it sound louder? i would prefer a SLP loudmouth kit type sound.

[MSTGGT00]

Babumbumbum...

Exhaust has 3 major parts you need to look into -

1. Headers
2. Midpipe
3. Catback

That's my way of explaining it.

You have mufflers. If you have money start with headers. If NOT... you need to on and look into... hmm... a midpipe I'd probably say.

A midpipe, H or X.

Once you pick H or X you have 2 choices - Cats or no Cats.

X pipes tend to sound a little more vicious, but more likely to sound rapsy if you combine them with certain catbacks (bar stock).

H pipes ... I don't like. They do sound nice though with a good set of headers and a nice catback.

Once you decide H or X, cats or no cats.

Cats - Environmentally Friendly. Also... in many states their inspection will catch if you don't have cats.

No Cats - if you live in a state like VA where they don't have emissions testing, no cats is the way to go. Much louders and more free flowing.

After midpipe, move onto catback.

I'd advise the SLP Loudmouth II. Personal choice. Mangaflow also good.

[CobraStang161]

Originally Posted by MSTGGT00 Babumbumbum... Exhaust has 3 major parts you need to look into - 1. Headers 2. Midpipe 3. Catback That's my way of explaining it. You have mufflers. If you have money start with headers. If NOT... you need to on and look into... hmm... a midpipe I'd probably say. A midpipe, H or X. Once you pick H or X you have 2 choices - Cats or no Cats. X pipes tend to sound a little more vicious, but more likely to sound rapsy if you combine them with certain catbacks (bar stock). H pipes ... I don't like. They do sound nice though with a good set of headers and a nice catback. Once you decide H or X, cats or no cats. Cats - Environmentally Friendly. Also... in many states their inspection will catch if you don't have cats. No Cats - if you live in a state like VA where they don't have emissions testing, no cats is the way to go. Much louders and more free flowing. After midpipe, move onto catback. I'd advise the SLP Loudmouth II. Personal choice. Mangaflow also good.

Yea im not sure about headers right now, i just got it so the parentals will be fuming if i dive into a new car . So a SLP midpipe with cats is the way to go then? They need slp headers right? If not, what x pipe can i use with cats that work with stock headers.

[MSTGGT00]

SLP midpipe doesn't require SLP headers. I'd say get an SLP Offroad X, but if you MUST have the cats ... then go with .... hmmm an SLP catted X.

When you do go and get headers, the SLP ones are nice... but too expensive. Much cheaper headers that'll get the job done for less than 850.

Here:

(Entire LM II Exhaust, for your cobra) : http://www.americanmuscle.com/slp-lo...ack-cobra.html

SLP X (Catted):

http://www.americanmuscle.com/slpxc99.html

Short X (If you get certain LT or Full Length Headers you need this one):
http://www.americanmuscle.com/muslpshxc96.html

[ChrisJ]

Go with a O/R Mid-pipe and you will hear a huge difference...

[Black Bullitt]

I had a o/r x and the rest was stock and it gave a nice rumble to it, but it really didn't get loud until I put on my SSS cat back exhaust. It has the same style as SLP, but for $350 shipped to my door and stainless steel as well. It sounds mean.

[CobraStang161]

Originally Posted by ChrisJ Go with a O/R Mid-pipe and you will hear a huge difference...

since i live in NY (the state with a law for about everything imaginable) i will need to get one with cats. It might just be more cost effective to just buy the whole slp exhaust kit considering the mid pipe with cats is 320 and whole system is 410

How much roughly should this be to have it installed?
Are these good pipes? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/UPR-9...QQcmdZViewItem

[ChrisJ]

UPR is not bad...

But I would hold out for a Bassani Catted X-pipe...They are not cheap but they are the best IMHO...

[CobraStang161]

Originally Posted by ChrisJ UPR is not bad... But I would hold out for a Bassani Catted X-pipe...They are not cheap but they are the best IMHO...

so the uprs sound pretty good then?

[CobraStang161]

Ok, i have no clue what i wanna do. I already got flowmasters on there, but a new mid pipe is going to cost almost as much as a new SLP loudmouth kit does, should i just get the new kit or if anyone can find me one for a good price with cats that will be great too.

[neckbonekat]

Originally Posted by CobraStang161 Ok, so this 00 gt i baught came with flowmaster mufflers (guy didnt tell me what kind, but they got 3" ID tips) the pipe sounds alright, but i think it could sound better. Its just the muffler, what would i need to do to make it sound louder? Do i need an x pipe to make it sound louder? i would prefer a SLP loudmouth kit type sound.

Magnaflow magnapacks hands down! Sounds better than the SLP loudmouth. The SLP is louder, but the magnapack has a better sound at higher RPMs. Mine came in the mail yesterday. All I have to do is find my Bassani X pipe on sale before spring and I'll be set to put it on. It's gonna sound mean!

Compare for yourself
http://youtube.com/watch?v=tQnLq2ajv...elated&search=

[CobraStang161]

hrmm, after consideration i might as well just spend the extra 50 and get bassani x pipes.

[CobraStang161]

ok, just ordered the x pipes with cats, should these sound badass on the flowmasters?

[neckbonekat]

Never been a huge fan of the flowmaster sound, but whatever it sounded like before, it will be much better. Should be louder and have more of an open throat growl to it. Enjoy intimidating ricers before the light even turns green!

Where did you order it from?

[CobraStang161]

Originally Posted by neckbonekat Never been a huge fan of the flowmaster sound, but whatever it sounded like before, it will be much better. Should be louder and have more of an open throat growl to it. Enjoy intimidating ricers before the light even turns green! Where did you order it from?

i ordered it from RPM outlet, came out to 459 with free shipping

[neckbonekat]

i ordered it from RPM outlet, came out to 459 with free shipping

Was that for the SS Bassani X pipe or the Bassani Bx? The Bx is not stainless steel.

[CobraStang161]

Originally Posted by neckbonekat i ordered it from RPM outlet, came out to 459 with free shipping Was that for the SS Bassani X pipe or the Bassani Bx? The Bx is not stainless steel.

SS bassani.

[neckbonekat]

Originally Posted by CobraStang161 Originally Posted by neckbonekat Never been a huge fan of the flowmaster sound, but whatever it sounded like before, it will be much better. Should be louder and have more of an open throat growl to it. Enjoy intimidating ricers before the light even turns green! Where did you order it from? i ordered it from RPM outlet, came out to 459 with free shipping

I just tried to order it and it kept trying to charge me $70 for shipping is there a code for the free shipping too?

[CobraStang161]

Originally Posted by neckbonekat Originally Posted by CobraStang161 Originally Posted by neckbonekat Never been a huge fan of the flowmaster sound, but whatever it sounded like before, it will be much better. Should be louder and have more of an open throat growl to it. Enjoy intimidating ricers before the light even turns green! Where did you order it from? i ordered it from RPM outlet, came out to 459 with free shipping I just tried to order it and it kept trying to charge me $70 for shipping is there a code for the free shipping too?

not that i know of. I just put in the 10% off coupon and it gave me 50$ off. the bassani pipes only come with this offer though.

[ChrisJ]

From what I have seen most catted x-pipes sound about the same...Some jsut fit better then others...