Magnaflow Review
07-26-2008, 08:41 PM
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Magnaflow Review
I just installed the new cat back stainless steel system from Magnaflow. First off, the box was packaged beautifully and everything arrived in perfect condition. Also, I purchased the kit from hottexhausts for under $500 delivered!
The stock system was completely unbolted and removed first. This is a very straight forward ordeal that needs only a 14mm socket and long ratchet.
Next up I loosely bolted the x-pipe/catback piece to the stock cats using the stock gaskets and bolts. Then cam the two seperate resonator pipes. After those went the muffler assembly without tips. Once I had everything lined up, I tightened all of the clamps (4) with a 15mm socket and the stock cat bolts.
Last but not least went the tips. I have to admit, I was dubious why they were not welded in place but having bought previous exhausts where the tips were not where I wanted them , this was truly a really nice touch. I had plenty of flexibility to get them where I wanted them and once tightened, they looked amazing.
Once the engine started, I was treated with that signature Magnaflow sound. It's somewhat similar to Borla whereby it has a very deep, almost V8/Mustang idle. But to my surprise once driven, it's very mellow after 3500 rpms. It has plenty of rumble down low but gets out of the way up top and lets the intake take over. It's almost like the Fujita and Magnaflow were meant to be together! I'm still completely amazed by this sonic transition as it's absolutely beautiful.
I'll get some pics tomorrow morning and post them up. I can't say enough about this exhaust. First rate fit, finish, and sound and the price makes it a must have in my opinion. Try it, you won't be dissapointed!
The stock system was completely unbolted and removed first. This is a very straight forward ordeal that needs only a 14mm socket and long ratchet.
Next up I loosely bolted the x-pipe/catback piece to the stock cats using the stock gaskets and bolts. Then cam the two seperate resonator pipes. After those went the muffler assembly without tips. Once I had everything lined up, I tightened all of the clamps (4) with a 15mm socket and the stock cat bolts.
Last but not least went the tips. I have to admit, I was dubious why they were not welded in place but having bought previous exhausts where the tips were not where I wanted them , this was truly a really nice touch. I had plenty of flexibility to get them where I wanted them and once tightened, they looked amazing.
Once the engine started, I was treated with that signature Magnaflow sound. It's somewhat similar to Borla whereby it has a very deep, almost V8/Mustang idle. But to my surprise once driven, it's very mellow after 3500 rpms. It has plenty of rumble down low but gets out of the way up top and lets the intake take over. It's almost like the Fujita and Magnaflow were meant to be together! I'm still completely amazed by this sonic transition as it's absolutely beautiful.
I'll get some pics tomorrow morning and post them up. I can't say enough about this exhaust. First rate fit, finish, and sound and the price makes it a must have in my opinion. Try it, you won't be dissapointed!
Last edited by ironchef2008; 07-26-2008 at 08:44 PM.
07-26-2008, 09:14 PM
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do you have any sound clips? if you can make a movie, I can load it up on youtube or something for ya. what about any under car pics of the exhaust or pics of the tips?
07-26-2008, 09:19 PM
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I love my Magnaflow setup. No rasp, sounds perfect. As said, nice deep aggressive rumble and above 3k rpms, very mellow.
Not trying to hijack, just share similar Magnaflow experiences.
Revving
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nge7ukzldAU
Drive-off
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DN8natR_UNk
Not trying to hijack, just share similar Magnaflow experiences.
Revving
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nge7ukzldAU
Drive-off
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DN8natR_UNk
07-27-2008, 08:59 AM
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I'm not good with the video stuff but I will get some quality pics of the whole thing.
The more I think of it, the more I'm convinced that the variable valve configuration of this new motor is what's causing the amazing sound transition. Is this possible?
The more I think of it, the more I'm convinced that the variable valve configuration of this new motor is what's causing the amazing sound transition. Is this possible?
