2.5" or 3" pipe for exhaust set-up

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Apr 19, 2006 | 12:29 PM

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2.5" or 3" pipe for exhaust set-up

wich pipe is better all the way through for a exhaust set up? car isnt lowered..

Apr 19, 2006 | 12:31 PM

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if its a y pipe I would go 3". If true duals I would go 2.5" if you plan on lowering.

Apr 19, 2006 | 03:05 PM

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no im dont plan on lowering...true duals though 3" or 2.5"

Apr 19, 2006 | 03:06 PM

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i have true duals through 3" with x and magnaflow 4x9 mufflers. it sounds totally amazing, VERY deep with normal driving/idle...and f'n screams @ wot.

Apr 19, 2006 | 03:08 PM

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where did you get your x pipe from?

Apr 19, 2006 | 03:18 PM

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i bought the universal x pipe kit from jegs - $90. only used the x with actual install..

Apr 19, 2006 | 03:22 PM

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hey do you think that set up fill fit on my car i have a th400 and a spohn t/a that connects to the brace where the old one was where the y-pipe ends? do you think ill have enough clearance?

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Apr 19, 2006 | 04:34 PM

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Originally Posted by s346k

i have true duals through 3" with x and magnaflow 4x9 mufflers. it sounds totally amazing, VERY deep with normal driving/idle...and f'n screams @ wot.

When your cruising or just driving around normal is your exhaust really loud? Im planning on a setup alot like yours and want to know when im on the interstate and stuff if it will be roaring the whole time or not.