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Finally got the X pipe in today... with pics
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02-16-2009, 07:41 PM
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Finally got the X pipe in today... with pics
It was a great decision, the sound rocks. 2.25" x pipe from Jegs around $80 and installed by my buddy Mark.
When it's cold it has a bit of a bark under more than 25% throttle and a just a bit when you turn the key - once it's warmed up it loses the bark and is a bit more mellow. Nearly normal sound at idle, maybe 1%-2% louder at most - once you open it up a bit you can really hear the soulful sound from the 4.8. Probably about another 10%-15% percent increase in db when opened up. This was exactly what I wanted.
I'll try to get some video/sound up but here are some pics for now. Thanks to all for the previous suggestions and you were right, this is a must do mod.
Stock before
Cut from rear view
Cut from front (actually upside down)
Tack welded
Ready to go
Fits great
Didn't need to use a hanger but added it after this pic anyway
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Model:
4.8is
Year:
2006
Color:
Black Sapphire, Black, Anthracite Maple Wood
Engine:
4.8-liter
Options:
Navigation, heated steering wheel, SIRIUS Satellite Radio, 16 way comfort seats, rear DVD entertainment & rear door mounted side impact airbags,
Mods:
X-Pipe & 31 mm rear wheel spacers Tinted driver/passenger windows