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Old Jan 28, 2012 | 11:16 PM
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Just bought a c5. bone stock m6, put a wet nitrous kit on it the second day i had it...now looking for a little more power and sound...

I like how long tubes, xpipe, stock axle back sounds but dont know what will gain more power..

Should I do LTs n Xpipe or axle back kit for more power gains??

My turbo formula build is coming to a stop since i bought this vette lol. Love the vette
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Old Jan 29, 2012 | 01:48 AM
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Do the longtubes and x pipe. I did a cold air, then axle back, followed by ls6 intake. I honestly felt more from the cold air. I know the other two are good supporting mods, but if you want that solid performance gain....my vote is for the headers. The sound gain was nice, but pwr i was a little let down
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Old Jan 29, 2012 | 02:11 AM
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Headers will give you 20-30 rwhp, cat back maybe 5-10 rwhp if that.
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Old Jan 29, 2012 | 06:41 AM
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Cat-back is for sound only. I would look for a good set of Z06 cat back, which flows better and is ultra light.
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Old Jan 29, 2012 | 01:46 PM
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If the sound is really what you want, i was able to pick up a Granetelli stainless axle back for $300 shipped. Caught it on sale. They are comparable to the Borla Stinger, SLP Powerflo and i believe GHL bullet style set ups. No drone and gave me a nice deep tone.
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Old Jan 29, 2012 | 02:09 PM
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Vette looks nice i would have to say lt's and x pipe. Then if you ever decide to get a axle back the hard part is already done.
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Old Jan 29, 2012 | 02:49 PM
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ARH LT & 3'' X-Pipe before a Cat Back !!!!!!
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Old Jan 29, 2012 | 06:36 PM
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ok cool. a local guy has long tubes with x pipe for 550. good deal?
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Old Jan 29, 2012 | 07:19 PM
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Idk where you live but I have slp long tubes. Sound incredible! Going to be for sale very soon.
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Old Jan 30, 2012 | 07:01 AM
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Long tubes are great HP & TQ gains for the money. Stick with stainless steel for the best longevity.

Check out Stainless Works C5 Headers 1-3/4" & 1-7/8"

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Old Feb 1, 2012 | 03:04 AM
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CongraTs on the car..I have to recommend headers..
I could send you the name to a good company.
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Old Feb 3, 2012 | 01:53 AM
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Old Feb 11, 2012 | 11:14 PM
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work front to back, catback as stated will only give you about 7hp, stainless in headers and exhaust is the only way to go.
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Old Feb 16, 2012 | 02:24 PM
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http://youtu.be/DkGQTPelMPQ
The camera was on top of a ladder 15 feet behind the car.
http://youtu.be/8Kn5I9JF8VY
I am going to be pulling my 1 3/4 stainless works longtubes, magnaflow x pipe, and magnaflow catback with dual 4 inch tips. Its all stainless. Its all going to be for sale soon if your interested. I'll make you one heck of a deal if you were to buy it all, headers to tips.
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Old Feb 16, 2012 | 07:08 PM
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Originally Posted by utryd2
http://youtu.be/DkGQTPelMPQ
The camera was on top of a ladder 15 feet behind the car.
http://youtu.be/8Kn5I9JF8VY
I am going to be pulling my 1 3/4 stainless works longtubes, magnaflow x pipe, and magnaflow catback with dual 4 inch tips. Its all stainless. Its all going to be for sale soon if your interested. I'll make you one heck of a deal if you were to buy it all, headers to tips.
Where is that shop at? Is it yours?
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Old Feb 17, 2012 | 07:57 AM
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Thats deans performance. It's in st Charles. My tuner was using his dyno. If your looking for a shop check out www.fast-motorsports.net
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Old Feb 17, 2012 | 10:01 AM
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Headers with straight pipe all the way out. Axle backs are nothing but a money grab.
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ok cool. message me price man
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Why not wait on the exhaust and put your turbo setup on the vette, it is a much better platform?
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The vette is my DD.
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