FLCC
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Post by FLCC on Dec 23, 2004 17:00:36 GMT -5
I've been thinking about pulling my stock muffler and getting a better one. But, is it worth it. I have a Base vibe with a K&N Typhoon Short Ram intake. ANyway, any suggestions on mufflers? Like brand and good value? Or should I just sit tight on the stock?
Thanks!
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Post by DJDoubleLP on Dec 23, 2004 22:47:16 GMT -5
The Magnaflow exhaust is good. Vibechick, Keely, and Irvin all have theres done. I did there's and it is quite easy to do and makes quite a difference. DEFINETELY sounds better.  |
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Post by FLCC on Dec 24, 2004 16:29:32 GMT -5
Magnaflow eh? What series would people recommend? round, offset and etc...
The sound on the magnaflow site is pretty sweet. A little ricey, but oh well, I'm driving a rice-mobile.
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Post by DJDoubleLP on Dec 24, 2004 18:40:45 GMT -5
I did not know that they had different series of exhuasts for the Matrix/Vibe. I had a custom Magnaflow Dual Exhaust put on my 'trix. I like the sound of the magnaflow as well.
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Post by FLCC on Dec 25, 2004 17:11:56 GMT -5
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Post by Celtic Curse on Dec 27, 2004 17:39:15 GMT -5
I have the Magnaflow catback on my Base Vibe sounds way better and there is a bit of performance gain due to the different silencer and muffler combo. I recommend this whole heartedly.
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Post by MatrixXRS on Dec 29, 2004 20:37:27 GMT -5
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Post by keely on Feb 9, 2005 14:02:47 GMT -5
I have the Magnaflow catback on my Base Vibe sounds way better and there is a bit of performance gain due to the different silencer and muffler combo. I recommend this whole heartedly. I second that - a definite performance boost. I did this as my second mod after installing a CAI, and the cat-back did almost as much good again as the CAI did. |
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Post by FLCC on Feb 9, 2005 19:09:11 GMT -5
does it improve low RPM performance? 90% of the time I never get it over 3200 RPM... So, does it improve at the low RPMs. Especially that first little bit. Already I feel my car is a little sluggish at low RPMs.
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Post by DJDoubleLP on Feb 9, 2005 19:52:56 GMT -5
Maybe a little.....but not a lot. If you want better low-end performance you would need to up the torque....which if you want significant gains you would need to get a Supercharger.
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Post by AKLGT on Feb 10, 2005 3:47:22 GMT -5
my unichip also helped out a lot on the lower end torque. much much better. not a sit back in your seat and wet your pants, but noticeable and needed. |
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Post by keely on Feb 20, 2005 23:30:30 GMT -5
does it improve low RPM performance? 90% of the time I never get it over 3200 RPM... So, does it improve at the low RPMs. Especially that first little bit. Already I feel my car is a little sluggish at low RPMs. What do you mean, you're not getting over 3,200 RPMs? Is this a driving choice or style that you have? I make sure to hit lift once a trip to burn off the build-up, but ordinary driving conditions see me in the 5-6,000 range all the time. If you're not pushing the car, why are you looking at a performance exhaust? |
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Post by FLCC on Feb 21, 2005 10:31:18 GMT -5
The usual city driving, I don't usually push the car. But I do like to punch it.
I really think the little engine is peppy, but seems to really hurt at low RPMs. If I do add something on to the car, I want something that will help it all the way through the torque and hp curves. Not just at the upper end.
Really, i don't NEED a performance boost.. I just WANT it. ;D
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Post by DJDoubleLP on Feb 21, 2005 12:30:27 GMT -5
LOL It always seems to end up that way doesn't it?
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