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Old May 11, 2018 | 05:27 PM
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Is this possible on a fourth gen F-body off the shelf?
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Yep speed engineering and Texas speed both make good kits and much better priced too. You ‘d just need to buy one suspension piece.
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I don't see cats offered by either Texas Speed or Speed Engineering.
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Hooker makes a true dual set up for 4th Gen's that doesn't require any special suspension parts. They also make matching headers 1 3/4 and 1 7/8 primary.

HOOKER BLACKHEART TRUE DUAL EXHAUST KIT

Hooker BlackHeart True Dual Exhaust kit for 1998-2002 Camaro/Firebird 5.7L V8 LS engine equipped models 409 Stainless Steel construction

PART# 70501413-RHKR

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Features:

  • Designed for direct bolt-in connection to Hooker 70201301-RHKR 1-3/4” mid-length headers; connection to Hooker 70201302-RHKR 1-7/8” mid-length headers
  • 2.5” true dual exhaust system with merged-X crossover provides performance and sound quality superior to any stock-type single tube/single muffler system
  • 18-gauge 409 stainless steel system tubing provides strength and long term durability
  • Polished 6” diameter 304 stainless steel absorption mufflers and 3” dual tips with laser etched Hooker BlackHeart logo; tips are adjustable to provide personally preferred amount of protrusion beyond rear bumper
  • Tube bend geometry optimized to provide maximum ground clearance, which is critical for use on lowered vehicles
  • Tip elevation and spacing optimized for fitment with all Camaro and Firebird rear bumpers
  • Compatible with stock or aftermarket rear suspension pan hard rod/brace assemblies
  • OE quality hangers/hardware included
  • Intended for off-road/racing use only; not legal for use on pollution controlled motor vehicles.
  • Manufacturer’s Limited Lifetime Warranty
The headers are intermediate type for great ground clearance.

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OP to answer your question, it is possible BUT you might need to mix and match things which I'm sure you wouldnt want to do. A buddy of mine took the catted pipes from his y pipe and they fit his SE duals with zero modifications. To make it easy on yourself, maybe consider buying the cats separate and have them welded in.
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Originally Posted by General Jack
Is this possible on a fourth gen F-body off the shelf?
No, not anymore. About 10 years ago, there were off the shelf true dual exhaust systems with cats. No one makes them any more though. As stated above, you would have to modify a few parts to make it work.
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http://www.hawksmotorsports.com/kook...bird-lt1-5-7l/
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Originally Posted by General Jack
I don't see cats offered by either Texas Speed or Speed Engineering.
Only dual kit that comes with cats is kooks, or the brands I mentioned for 1/3 the price and you can modify it to include high flow cats.
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I'd be wary of Hooker headers. My set of Comps weren't milled flat and #8 leaked.
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Old May 28, 2018 | 04:14 AM
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Originally Posted by General Jack
I don't see cats offered by either Texas Speed or Speed Engineering.
There are a few guys that have done this successfully, myself included.
I have TSP headers mated to Speed Engineering over the axle True Duals with Pacesetter (80-0018) cats and all O2 sensors ( just need extensions). I did everything on the floor of my garage with jack stands, ramps and floor jack. Took my car in to get the cats welded in and will need to take it in again to weld my CME tips back in. (I was thinking about swapping mufflers, otherwise the CME would be on)
There is a “Speed Engineering True Dual Kit” thread on here that I would recommend reading, especially if ur car is lowered. Do some research, some good info to be had.
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