loud side exhausts revisited

[John Chesher]

Re: loud side exhausts revisited

I forgot to mention a decent option if you go w/ Hooker side pipes: I bought the Spiral Turbo Baffles (you can find them with google.com very easy). In standard form, they are pretty loud with my engine. They are a spiral formed around a 1-5/8 i.d. pipe. So, for a short time, I ran them with a tailpipe expander stuck in each of the center pipes. That REALLY controls the sound level AND takes the harshness out altogether. Also, a little calculating reveals that there is a lot of "hole/space" left in the baffles so I don't think it hurt on the restriction side. Noticed no performance harm. However, in the end, I went back to the full-bore noisemakers - just me! Anyway, if you liked that sound, I would just weld the ends of the center pipe shut before installing the baffles. As a side, my 15 yr. old son already has a nice big scar from the pipes. The wife REALLY liked them after that!

[Joseph R.]

Re: loud side exhausts revisited

Another option that no one has mentioned, though probably not possible with one piece factory sidepipes (aftermarket pieces look to have multi sections) and maybe not "cool", would be to disconnect at the exhause manifold and add an undercar system (without modifying the rear body panel). Your wife is happy, you don't have to sell the car and reconnecting the sidepipes will always be an future option. And, if you buy a stainless undercar system, you can make a little money back when you sell it! ;-)
C Ya, Joseph Rock
Frankenstein 59