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Old 11-14-2011, 05:43 PM
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I hope this is the correct place to ask a somewhat general question so here goes. I am in the planning phase of a swap and have been thinking/planning the exhaust system. Engine will be a 5.3 (with a 5mt if that matters) with a mild cam and LS6 intake plus vette exhaust manifolds. I was originally planning on 2-1/2" headpipes merging into a single 3" cat leading to a 3" inlet and dual 2-1/4" outlets center muffler leading to a pair of rear mufflers and tailpipes. Now after staring at the bottom of the car I realize I can go dual exhaust all the way. Question is - is it worth the extra trouble to do this? The single exhaust will be a bit easier and cheaper than the duals. The car is a sleeper so stealth is more important than getting every last Hp out it. What do you think?
BTW - the car is a near mint condition 1980 white 4 door Volvo 240.
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I wouldn't do it. Save your $ for nos.
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I wouldn't do it. Save your $ for nos.
Never mentioned nos in my post.
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If your wanting to be stealthy do what you originally stated and add cut out(s) if you wanna be loud
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IMO, a Volvo with a cammed LS motor seems like stealth is already out the window. I say do it.
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Originally Posted by SSLSXLQ9L92
IMO, a Volvo with a cammed LS motor seems like stealth is already out the window. I say do it.
Like Z06 or one of the cheater cams.
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Get a cutout from QTP.

You have any pictures of the car BTW?
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Originally Posted by Camaro_94
Get a cutout from QTP.

You have any pictures of the car BTW?
Can you say SLEEPER! Purchased from the original owner - A good friends mother. It has a whopping 108K miles on it. It should be a lot of fun with 3 times the HP.





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