Catted X-pipe

1996GT · Jan 30, 2009

Im running a custom o/r h-pipe and 2 chamber flows on my 96 gt. Its pretty loud but im looking for a different sound. I want to lower the db's a little. If i swap out just the mid pipe for a catted one, will it do the trick? Would i need to change my mufflers too? If so, what can i install that will not hurt my performance?

Paul · Jan 30, 2009

In order:

Yes.

No.

Any well-made catted x-pipe. (e.g. Mangaflow, Bassani, BBK, etc)

MustangChris · Jan 30, 2009

1996GT said:
Im running a custom o/r h-pipe and 2 chamber flows on my 96 gt. Its pretty loud but im looking for a different sound. I want to lower the db's a little. If i swap out just the mid pipe for a catted one, will it do the trick? Would i need to change my mufflers too? If so, what can i install that will not hurt my performance?

kenne bell did some dyno testing... and even on 700+ HP 2005 mustangs they have 0 horsepower loss with OEM cats added to the exhaust set up...

i suggest a hi-flow personally because they tend to be smaller in case you need some more clearance...

a cat will help muffle your exhuast, but not a whole lot... it sounds like exactly what youre looking for...

1996GT · Jan 30, 2009

Thanks guys. Exactly what i needed to know! Now all i gotta do is decide which brand flows best with the 2 chamber flows....

Paul · Jan 30, 2009

Doesn't matter. All will make equivalent power with negligible differences. Just pick one you like that fits your budget.

Venom351R · Jan 30, 2009

I went from an O/R H to a Catted X and it quited my car down a lot and it sounded much better

EastBayStang98 · Jan 30, 2009

i say get an off road x pipe and some diffrent

MustangChris · Jan 30, 2009

http://www.jegs.com/i/Magnaflow/642/54959/10002/-1

atlanticblue98 · Jan 31, 2009

1996GT said:
Thanks guys. Exactly what i needed to know! Now all i gotta do is decide which brand flows best with the 2 chamber flows....

this one on youtube has a BBK catted x-pipe and flowmaster 40's it sounds amazing
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gbwczO7z20I#noexternalembed&hl

fastgtfairlane · Jan 31, 2009

i just put a dr. gas x pipe on my car from a generic o/r x and it made the inside of the car quieter. and it sounds way better and smoother. also feels stronger too. just put it on last night no time for a good video clip yet. if your car is a 5spd then i recommend getting one. its not quite "bolt on" mid pipe. comes in 5 pieces and may require a lil trimming which in my opinon is better cause every car is a lil different. the fitment is much better than the old one too and it hugs the floorboard. if you dont have a welder like i dont then get 4 exhaust clamps. it will work temporarily until you can get it welded. totally different design and much more advanced. i have a few pics i took after i took the old one out.

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1996GT · Feb 3, 2009

yeah, ive always wanted one of those mid pipes. I knew they were worth the money. But I live in California and unfortunately, ive been stopped a few times for my car being "too loud". So im hoping i can score a cheap used catted mid pipe for now till i get these damn tickets squared away. Post a clip when you get a chance.

fastgtfairlane · Feb 3, 2009

you can purchase cats to put behind the midpipe if you need cats. definitely save your money, everything about it is better and it fits better too cause its really a custom fit to your car.

1996GT · Feb 3, 2009

Did'nt think about that. How many cats will i need to pass smog?

Venom351R · Feb 3, 2009

Two, one on each pipe :tongue3:

joekd · Feb 3, 2009

what type of material is the dr gas pipe made of? In other words stainless or no? Doesnt say a word of it on the website making me think aluminized pipes