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Old Aug 27, 2012 | 09:12 PM
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I just bought a borla adjustable catback and want to throw on a cut out. I was wondering who makes the best one for longevity durability whatever. I've never owned a cutout so have no idea what to look for? Do any of em sound like an exhaust leak or is that just marketing some of the manufacturers use? Thanks
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Old Aug 27, 2012 | 09:36 PM
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I bought a DMH cutout a few months back, the unit stopped working after about 3 months use, emailed them once, called once, and no responce. now its been a couple weeks and
I forgot about it..

But If i could go back, I'd get a QTP Electric cutout
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Old Aug 27, 2012 | 09:51 PM
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I had a QTP for 3+ years and it worked great.

I went with a DMH this time, it took them forever to send it to me so hopefully it works because I know getting it replaced will take even longer...
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Old Aug 28, 2012 | 11:32 AM
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I had QTP 3" for 5 years until the motor fell out while driving i'm assuming, never found it. I had a 4" Race Ready Performance, love it. Seals much better then QTP ever did. Very heavy duty, lifetime warranty, and customer service is awesome! I sent an email, within 12 mins had a response.
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Old Aug 28, 2012 | 12:11 PM
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I'll look into them the next time around...
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Old Aug 28, 2012 | 04:07 PM
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with a good catback theres not a big need for a cut out but if you must have one the race ready one sounds to be good.
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Old Aug 28, 2012 | 04:11 PM
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I have dual dmh low profile cutouts on my TA and they've worked flawlessly. They open and close quick and seals great. I bought them from a member on here so i have no idea on how their customers service is but judging by this thread it sucks.
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Old Aug 28, 2012 | 04:19 PM
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Are you trying to get one to replace the adjustable plates in the catback, or one to put in the I-pipe?
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Yeah I want it so i can route it thru the muffler or straight out the other side. I'm not sure there are any plates it looks straight through as it sits right now.
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