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I was looking at mufflers on ebay... prolly wont get the magna. too much $$$. so im looking at a plain ol fart can.so whats your take on this muffler. it seems like it was designed with the intent of more power and a nice tone.any comments?http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors...QrdZ1

mmm all i can think of it doing is maybe more back pressure? see if you can find a sound clip.... id think that might be a loud deep sound.

whoever wrote that stuff up either doesn't speak english as a first language or doesn't know how to talk. anywho, i have never seen something like that before, so i dunno. what i do know is that you will not get the power gains claimed. 8-10 hp? no way, not just from a muffler.example: "Due to this is the on sale item, buyer need to send the item back to us on buyer's expense" there are many more sentences that are the same way. i dunno, makes me a bit suspicious.

Let's add not one but two extra 180 degree bends (or corks) in our system to make it more free flowing, not to mention the extra length of pipe the exhaust must travel thru before it exits the system. Free flowing exhaust, my a$$.

Quote, originally posted by djb383 »Let's add not one but two extra 180 degree bends (or corks) in our system to make it more free flowing, not to mention the extra length of pipe the exhaust must travel thru before it exits the system. Free flowing exhaust, my a$$.wow, a point i somehow didn't even think of!that being said, don't buy it mrizzle my nizzle!

i made my i took the cat off and took the muffler foucs brand from a crx and but it on some cutting and welding but no biggy i,m a tech so it is like (removed) to me i can do that stuff with my eyes closed

Quote, originally posted by drunkenvibe »whoever wrote that stuff up either doesn't speak english as a first language or doesn't know how to talk. LOL! Engrish, prease! It gets even better when you use Googre to tlansrate it a few times. (removed)!Quote »The loop muffler of opposite exceeds the normal system by power and torque with respect to the range of full power, necessary silence and offers the sound which is clear. Although noise is decreased, this muffler the method of being used is absorption mainly. As for the pulse beat the muffler which two degree two degrees can point to the muffler basically same as healthy murder power long two degrees must be moved. In addition adjustment of sound enters into and making this kind of muffler. Note is changed depending upon the wind appliance of the brass, by choosing the tube of the length which differs to the air in travelling. A longer tube while a shorter tube gives the treble, gives a deeper note. Rather than the muffler of this type extends the tube basically, expanding, coming out of one time system in order to put out deep condition, the sound wave does. But opposite transfer the design flow straight type, in addition, you sound greatly gently.Healthy murder is right, that's exactly what will happen to your engine's horsepower and torque. There's no way in hell you can expect to send something through all those twists and turns TWICE and expect it to GAIN anything. I'd say you're better off with the stock muffler in terms of performance when put up against this thing...

Magnaflow isn't really expensive and it will sound and perform better then any silly little ricer fart can you could ever find. But thats my opinion. Its your vibe.

wow! i got a healthy bunch of (removed) are you thinking responses! LOL.... i didnt read the small print. i kinda like the design. but with the info i just read.... definately not getting it.I want the magnaflow, but too much green! i figured just finding a decent muffler on ebay and popping it on for the time being. dont knwo when ill ever have enough for a magna. ive gotta cut back on buying things and the exhaust is the last thing i can do for a while.

Magnaflow is the way to go. Here's my latest use of a Magnaflow and the sound is awesome and not too loud. When you look thru one end and can see out the other, that's straight thru free flowing performance. No baffles, chambers, louvers or 180 degree bends.click

you can get a dynomax for around $80 from your local autoparts store. i don't think magnaflows or flowmasters are much more than that. you should be able to get a custom catback installed for prob no more than $300

Magnaflow exhausts are not to much $$$ as I got mine for less then $400.

i understand... just its a lot of $$$ for an exhaust system. dont get me wrong its a nice souding muffler with lots of R&D. but im only getting an exhaust then its no more mods for a while. so i wanna get the magna but 300+ is a lot.im hoping i can talk the other half into letting me get it and that be it for the year.... *SIGH*

good luck buddy

dont know if luck can help... (removed) everywhere i go the magnas about $427.Ive seen it before for around 360-ish.neverenuf has it for like $380!man thats gonna burn the pocket book.... and thats if the lovely lady will let me get it!!! Im sad now ... damn expensive modding habits!

But its more then just a muffler. Its a complete catback system.

Try and look into a privately owned local exhaust shop. You can get a great catback set-up for less money just make sure you get a quality muffler like Magnaflow, Flowmaster or Dynomax. I recommend the Dynomax Super Turbo(that's what I have) It sounds a litte louder than stock at idle but opens up at WOT with no drone at highway speeds. You can get mufflers separately at http://www.SummitRacing.com for fairly cheap and just have someone local custom fab the rest and install everything.

Totally agree and understand... but sheesh. its a lot.I just gotta sweet talk her into it. but im giving up a lot for the rest of the year.might tint my windows but after that im done! for a while.Thanks for the input.

Are you looking for just a muffler or a Catback system?See my previous post for a custom catback option.

that muffler is BLAH

i guess cuz its different is why i like it... but im more leaning towards the magna.if she wont go for it then... local shop hunting i will go.thanks BC

Just don't go to the guy I went to!! He hacked the crap out of my exhaust system. Even cut out a chunk of the Borla system to cobble in my new stainless steel, metal core catalytic converter (yes it's in the back of the car!!). Then he put a straight through muffler where the cat. should go. As of today, I'm on my second one cause I burned out the first one (NSS! ). I only went back to him cause it was under warrenty and cost me $20 p&l for a 'better' one. I kept trying to tell him exactly what I wanted but he said he couldn't get a hold of me and 'made an executive desicion". So now I'm trying to decide on getting the JP performance midpipe or the Magnaflow cat. back system. I like the magnaflow, but it's only 2.25". I want/need 2.5".

so you went to a shop to do yours?I might check a few out for S's & G's. but ima sweet talk my fiance into getting the magna

My $0.02 worth - Don't do it.The detailed explanation will cost ya more than $0.02

Sell all that "boom boom boom" in your trunk and get the Magnaflow. You'll gain performance from the Magnaflow, gain performance from the reduced weight, and gain space in your trunk. It's win win win!

man your good! LOL thats a good idea.... except one thing.I TRIED TO SELL IT! no one bit. i had 2 10" P2's with a 1000 watt rockford amp with a 1farad cap. and the box.People dont see a good deal when its right in front of them! But its small and satisfies my boom boom needs! *** Oh and shes gonna let me get it!!!****(everyone)>>> YAY!!!

seee luck was on your side. cant wait to see it on.congrats

Quote, originally posted by NascarXprt »seee luck was on your side. cant wait to see it on.congratsYeah, but why the hell does he need her approval to go do somethin'? *ducks!*

im glad i dont have to deal with that yet. but the thing i will would be the turbo.

Quote, originally posted by silverawd26 »Anyone remember Dmitri's muffler on his GT? >

Hey thats how i was gonna do mine if i got my muffler!!! I need her approval cuz the bonehead in me told her i wouldnt do anymore mods. *stupid, stupid*and im trying to save $$$ for a house kinda deal.

Quote, originally posted by Mrizzle05 »Hey thats how i was gonna do mine if i got my muffler!!! .... cuz the bonehead in me told her i wouldnt do anymore mods. *stupid, stupid*this is what you should be doing.

Quote, originally posted by Mrizzle05 »Totally agree and understand... but sheesh. its a lot.I just gotta sweet talk her into it. but im giving up a lot for the rest of the year.might tint my windows but after that im done! for a while.Thanks for the input.How many times does he have to say it? $300+ is too much, and wants at least something. I would go with BC's and DV's suggestions on a Dynomax muffler, except w/o the custom cat-back system, which will still cost you ~$250-$300 incl parts and labor. A muffler shop can install just the muffler for cheap.Later on down the road, you can have them custom-fab an exahaust and use the Dynomax muffler. Look at it as a deposit on a cat-back system down the road. Good luck Mike EDIT: Quote »*** Oh and shes gonna let me get it!!!****(everyone)>>> YAY!!! Congrats! But you might still save some $$ going custom + dynomax muffler, and still get 2.5" piping and mandrel bends...albeit it'll be close.

Hey christian... havent seen you on the boards lately.Yeah i think ill just go magna... i seen the clips and hear nothing but the best about it so. shes okay with it as long as i stick to not buyin items for a while.I dont plan on anything for a bit except coloring the interior pieces.

its so easy to install as well. If you could handle installing the intake, you can handle installing the exhaust. My friend helped me after hours at work... took him like 5 mins and we were all done. Its very straight forward. But of course the use of a hoist is handy but jacking up the car and it can still be done.Get the magnaflow bro... I have no regrets getting mine.

yeah gonna do it in about a month or so... just need to figure out the funds and order it. if you see it cheaper let me know. neverenuf has it for 380 shipped.

Quote, originally posted by Mrizzle05 »Hey christian... havent seen you on the boards lately.I know, I've just been so busy How are things around these parts?

Pretty good... other then the speeding ticket i got. damn bike cop.katies Gma is helping me get my car from $460/Month to $285 which is really gonna help me!!! we have just been working a lot and hanging out when we both have time.we definately gotta hang out again. its summer!!!

Ordered the muffler over the weekend!!!It was 376... so not too bad. i sold my stock rims a month ago so im just using that money to get them.How long does it take neverenuf to ship?

you realize you are getting more than just a muffler right?

Yeah i was just wondering how long it took some people to recieve it after the purchased it.Im getting a... "performance exhaust system"

Muchos excited!!! (spanglish) I got my magnaflow exhaust in today! ordered on saturday! fast shipping. neverenuf is good! Well gonna update tonight... ill take pics of the install at my buddys. i might even get to take a pic of his subie RS.

Quote, originally posted by Mrizzle05 »Muchos excited!!! (spanglish) I got my magnaflow exhaust in today! ordered on saturday! fast shipping. neverenuf is good! Well gonna update tonight... ill take pics of the install at my buddys. i might even get to take a pic of his subie RS.yeah I wanna see his RS and tell him to join NASIOC if he isn't a member already Oh... installing a cosmo intake on my friend's matrix. Thats what you got right for an 05? Any tips/tricks?

congrats and cant wait to see the pics/ sound of it installed.

Oh lots of ??'s!Mavrick: ill talk to him... he kinda just has it to drive, modded slightly but just an everyday driver.*intake?: Your gonna need a radiator hose or something to the sort. about 18"-24" long. not sure of the size.(same as engine nipple),... OH, probably a 6-pack, cuz that filter is a pain the the *** to put on.Nascar: Im definately taking pics, i just got a video cam! (way excited) so ima try and do a few runs on cam.

Well I'm hoping its not any more difficult then the Injen was on my car.

Quote, originally posted by Mrizzle05 »Muchos excited!!! (spanglish) My wife calls the way she speaks sometimes 'hmonglish' Do yo know if the Magniflow cat back can come in 2.5" instead of 2.25"? If so I think I'm gonna make the change to it. I hate my 'custom' setup.

LOL....Well i just got it in today so i gotta look at it after work... im not sure about the size availability. thats something you might wanna contact magna about.

Stupid.... stupid... stupid.Okay last night i found out im the biggest... not let me make it larger... BIGGEST moron known to man.I friggin cut the wrong part last night on my exhaust. the stock parts are still good to use or sell, but i gotta go toa muffler shop to get the gap filled in with some pipe. Needless to say its gonna be a kinda spendy oops... like 60+ dollar oops. I just looked at the pic and thought it was the right one... then we cut and placed the new.... wait theres a gap? (removed)?It looks good on there... and when i fix it ill post pics and soon video of the oops and when its all better.

You cut the pipe before the cat to short? oh my god your a moron lol... I'm sure not the only one to.