LS1C5Vette

iTrader: (11)

So what would you recommend? I do not want my car to sound exotic but I am going for the most Hp possible here

bww3588

iTrader: (49)

id go with whatever fits best/most cost efficient. neither setup is going to make it fall on its face at 4k. you will be within the margin of error with either setup.

LS1C5Vette

iTrader: (11)

Is there any difference in performance with a x-pipe that has 2 pipes welded toghter to create the "X" OR a x-pipe that actually has a "true" x-pipe section?? I think ima have my welder fab me up one thats "welded" toghter to put BETWEEN my header collectors & moroso spirals that way the X is before the mufflers like it should be, what do you think? Fab up one or get the actual section, will it really make a difference?

The pics below show the differences of 2 pipes welded toghter and the other has the actual section.

00TAProject

I really like the first one. It looks like it would be the best fitting. Tight fitting for a tight fit. LOL

But looks like you got the right idea for the job. If you can get the same thign like the first pic from your fabricator for less then I say go for it. If not, then pay out the cash for it and be done...LOL

Sounds like things are coming along pretty good.

bww3588

iTrader: (49)

one word, volumetric. the "x" section has to have the same volume as both pipes combined, otherwise it will choke it out.

LS1C5Vette

iTrader: (11)

lol, english man, can you explain a bit more? You are saying that I should not go with the first design?

LS1C5Vette

iTrader: (11)

Yea I can prob get that made and the exhaust shop I always go to for around $200 installed and welded (along with all my other stuff)

00TAProject

Sweet man, cant wait to see the final results. Are you going to do any tuning after this is installed and broke in?

LS1C5Vette

iTrader: (11)

I should have everything installed either on friday or saturday of next week and I will post pics up and I plan on tuning it somewhat with the diablo sport tuner I have, if I cant get the tune right I will take it to a tuner.

00TAProject

Sweet man.....So I take it you work the night shift since you are answering back this time a night.....Well morning now.....It's day time here in Afghanistan.....7am local time in TN where I live.....

bww3588

iTrader: (49)

nah, both of them look fine. what im saying is the section where both pipes come together in the X need to have enough volume to support the amount of gasses passing through both pipes. otherwise it will be like trying to cram 20 pounds of **** in a 10 pound sack.

LS1C5Vette

iTrader: (11)

bww3588 - So you mean the bigger pipe the better right?? If I have a custom one built (2 pipes welded toghter) they will be 3" each, is that eneough?? I guess im stillnot understanding it!!!

00TAProject - Yea I am always up at this time, I am also deployed to the middle east for a few more days you are only a few 100 miles from me.

bww3588

iTrader: (49)

yes 2 pipes welded together is fine, as long as it doesnt cause a bottle neck. know what im saying?

lastcall190

iTrader: (36)

I'm pretty sure that's how the TSP one is set up... no?

-J

bww3588

iTrader: (49)

yes. they are.
no anything on an LS1 isint going to sound "exotic"

LS1C5Vette

iTrader: (11)

I guess what you are sying is make sure there is a big eneough opening in each of the pipes before they are welded together

bww3588

iTrader: (49)

yes, make sure there is enough volume where the pipes come together to support the exhaust flow from both banks without restricting it.

LS1C5Vette

iTrader: (11)

Thats what I though, thanks

bww3588

iTrader: (49)

get that ****** done!!!! i want to see how it turns out and i want to hear it!. good luck man

LS1C5Vette

iTrader: (11)

Believe me when I get home the first thing I am doing is going at it, I should have it done in under a week from today!!!!!