Notices
2004 - 2008 F150 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008 Ford F150's with 5.4 V8, 4.6 V8 engine
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:

3" straight pipe

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Jul 12, 2011 | 10:07 PM
  #1  
driller tom's Avatar
driller tom
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 157
Likes: 0
3" straight pipe

Hey fellas, I recently found a video on youtube that contained a truck like mine that has 3" straight pipe from the y- pipe back and im wanting to this to my truck. Will straight pipe drone the cab and will I hurt anything?
 
Reply
Old Jul 13, 2011 | 06:06 AM
  #2  
shotgunz's Avatar
shotgunz
Posting Guru
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 2,016
Likes: 3
From: NC
Only if you don't add chrome truck nuts at the same time.
 
Reply
Old Jul 14, 2011 | 11:08 AM
  #3  
driller tom's Avatar
driller tom
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 157
Likes: 0
No truck nuts here lol.... My main concern is drone I do alot of towing, on the performance side will it hurt anything?
 
Reply
Old Jul 14, 2011 | 11:33 AM
  #4  
shotgunz's Avatar
shotgunz
Posting Guru
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 2,016
Likes: 3
From: NC
Yes it will drone, especially if you're towing a tall trailer - sound bounces off solid objects.

And yes it will hurt your towing performance unless you get custom tunes to account for the increased exhaust velocity.

If you really want to dump the muffler and cats, get it done right with a quality system (to include long tube headers) and custom tunes.
 
Reply
Old Jul 14, 2011 | 11:48 AM
  #5  
driller tom's Avatar
driller tom
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 157
Likes: 0
Im planning on keeping the cats. I don't have alot of money so I can't afford headers and what not. I'm thinking I should just keep it stock.
 
Reply
Old Jul 14, 2011 | 12:13 PM
  #6  
shotgunz's Avatar
shotgunz
Posting Guru
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 2,016
Likes: 3
From: NC
I think you're making the right decision - save that money for a programmer with a custom tow tune.
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Regulator1988
6.0L Power Stroke Diesel
8
Apr 5, 2012 08:00 AM
twigsV10
1999 - 2016 Super Duty
7
Mar 25, 2011 05:05 AM
exoyota
Pre-Power Stroke Diesel (7.3L IDI & 6.9L)
29
Jul 19, 2009 07:18 AM
bcrewcaptain
Excursion - King of SUVs
1
Apr 4, 2009 05:51 AM
DixieDirt
Exhaust Systems
2
Nov 7, 2005 09:33 AM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 12:49 AM.

story-0
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

Slideshow: Top 10 Fords at 2026 Ford Nationals

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-09 11:10:08


VIEW MORE
story-1
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

Based on years of owning multiple modern Ford products.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-09 10:53:36


VIEW MORE
story-2
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

SPONSORED: From muddy boots to rain-soaked cargo, these upgrades address some of the most common frustrations Ford truck owners face every day.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-06-08 18:50:34


VIEW MORE
story-3
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

Here's everything you need to know about every Ford engine available for the 2026 model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-05 12:58:01


VIEW MORE
story-4
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-6
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE
story-7
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-8
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE
story-9
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-18 19:34:33


VIEW MORE