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Old May 18, 2006 | 03:36 PM
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All I am really looking for is some imput on these two catback systems. Pretty much which one sounds the best and more power. I havnt heard either except for whats online, and I just want to know which would be my wisest choice. I am eventually going to replace the whole exhaust sooner or later, but for now I need to hear myself when I open it up. Thanks alot.
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Old May 18, 2006 | 04:42 PM
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Hooker: One of the best flowing, although one of the quieter catbacks available for fbody's.

Flowmaster: Sounds good, but 80 series crossflow muffler in this catback flows like poo and is barely better than stock.
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Old May 18, 2006 | 04:56 PM
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Whatever you do, don't put a corkmaster on!
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Old May 18, 2006 | 06:40 PM
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Hooker: One of the best flowing, although one of the quieter catbacks available for fbody's.

Flowmaster: Sounds good, but 80 series crossflow muffler in this catback flows like poo and is barely better than stock.
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Old May 18, 2006 | 06:43 PM
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if you like QUIET, PEACEFUL cruising , get the Hooker....if not.......
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Old May 18, 2006 | 10:13 PM
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If you want a mean sounding exhaust when you need it (WOT), go with Hooker. I absolutely love mine. I wouldn't trade it for anything.

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Old May 18, 2006 | 10:48 PM
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If you want a mean sounding exhaust when you need it (WOT), go with Hooker. I absolutely love mine. I wouldn't trade it for anything.

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Old May 18, 2006 | 11:25 PM
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Yeah the flowmaster really sucks doesnt really flow well at all, much better choices out their
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I have it ordered and on the way (Hooker). I had heard from some people that flowmaster was awesome, and on the flip side that didn't flow very well. I figured I would get the best response here. Thanks alot for the advice.
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Flowmaster= 100% PURE GARBAGE
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Originally Posted by Cld069
I have it ordered and on the way (Hooker). I had heard from some people that flowmaster was awesome, and on the flip side that didn't flow very well. I figured I would get the best response here. Thanks alot for the advice.
Good choice i think you will like it. It sound great at WOT. I think when you get Lt's, ORY i will be loud enoght.
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When I changed from my flowmaster set up to true duals, I gained 20 rwhp.
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Old May 24, 2006 | 03:09 PM
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I came home from work...and there was a hooker on my front porch.
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Old May 24, 2006 | 03:24 PM
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Originally Posted by Cld069
I came home from work...and there was a hooker on my front porch.
LOL.

Treat my girl good this time ok?
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Old May 26, 2006 | 05:05 PM
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I'm not going to lie...it is louder than I thought. Cruising is def. louder than stock. I think I might fall in love once I get LTs and an ORY.
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