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Old Feb 6, 2014 | 10:41 PM
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Hi guys,
Couple months back I installed the Injen intake. I was very surprised by the results.
The sound was amazing and I really loved the roar it gave out and made the V8 speak for itself.
But I guess I want more now

I am looking to having a bit more vigorous of a roar. A sound that maybe heard while the car is idling at 2,000 RPM- instead of how the Injen only shows up at between 3,500~4,000 RPM.

I want to keep the Injen intake, but I would appreciate any extra ideas to gain a little bit more sound.
I for sure don't want for it to sound like an old badly tuned Civic, just a little louder of the V8 scream.

Thanks guys.
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Old Feb 6, 2014 | 10:50 PM
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simply changing the mufflers will give the car a whole new sound ,,,it will never sound like a civic ,,,,its a 300hp v8
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Old Feb 7, 2014 | 09:41 AM
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do you have any photos of it installed?
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Old Feb 8, 2014 | 12:07 AM
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Originally Posted by empringham
do you have any photos of it installed?
Sure I do, here ya go.
I have the hydro-shield installed as well.
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Old Feb 8, 2014 | 12:07 AM
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Originally Posted by 1WILLY1
simply changing the mufflers will give the car a whole new sound ,,,it will never sound like a civic ,,,,its a 300hp v8
Do you have any idea cost wise?
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Old Feb 8, 2014 | 07:57 AM
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depending what exhaust you plan to do. good quality magnaflow mufflers could run from $50-150 not including labor.
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Old Feb 8, 2014 | 02:31 PM
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If you delete the resonators & leave the stock muffler you will get a nice roar & still look stock. Should be between $80-150 tops
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Old Feb 8, 2014 | 03:26 PM
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Lots of options, from $0 by removing the mufflers(simple unbolt) to $3500 for headers, all new piping and junction produce axle-backs, and everything inbetween.

Mine was roughly $1100 with stainless ran from the center resonator back to magnaflows and custom cut tips to replicate fireball megas.


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Deleted the twin resonators after the main center resonator, ran 2.25" mandrel bent stainless back to dual SS magnaflows and angle mounted and cut 4.5" SS tips. Was going for the discontinued 5Zigen Fireball Mega look.





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Originally Posted by SQuester
Lots of options, from $0 by removing the mufflers(simple unbolt) to $3500 for headers, all new piping and junction produce axle-backs, and everything inbetween.

Mine was roughly $1100 with stainless ran from the center resonator back to magnaflows and custom cut tips to replicate fireball megas.
Nice set up you got.

So is there a DYI instructions on removing the mufflers? Does it require a special tool?
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Old Feb 8, 2014 | 05:14 PM
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Originally Posted by SQuester
Lots of options, from $0 by removing the mufflers(simple unbolt) to $3500 for headers, all new piping and junction produce axle-backs, and everything inbetween.

Mine was roughly $1100 with stainless ran from the center resonator back to magnaflows and custom cut tips to replicate fireball megas.
Where did you get those tips? I meant to ask you a while back and completely forgot.
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Old Feb 8, 2014 | 05:39 PM
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Where did you get those tips? I meant to ask you a while back and completely forgot.
+1 on that!
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Originally Posted by tHeKiNg911
Nice set up you got.

So is there a DYI instructions on removing the mufflers? Does it require a special tool?
Don't think there's a DIY thread for it, but it's basically a standard exhaust clamp that connects the rear muffler pipe section to the second resonator, located just forward of the rear wheels.


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Where did you get those tips? I meant to ask you a while back and completely forgot.
Diesel tips. lol

http://www.ebay.com/itm/270415695469

I had them angle cut to remove the 3.5" inlet for flush mounting to the muffler bodies, and the 18" length is more than enough to give you whatever fitment you want. Mine protrude about 3" from the bumper.
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Deleting the resonators produces a great sound on the LS. Cost varies at local shops $50-$130. Still quiet at hwy speeds but makes a nice throaty sound at low rpms such as taking off from traffic lights/stop signs. Highly recommend this exhaust mod.
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Old Feb 11, 2014 | 04:43 PM
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Will deleting the resonators cause any lights on the dashboard?

Like engine lights or what so ever?
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Old Feb 11, 2014 | 06:00 PM
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No lights on your dashboard. I also deleted them on my LS400. Minor increase in volume and no drone. Best bang for the buck.
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