dual exaust question?
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Cargo Master
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dual exaust question?
I want a dual exaust with that real deep mean sounding tone from my 302, what can I do on a budget while my truck is getting rebiult?
I have alrealdy bought some chrome tip 18" long and 4" outlet.
I was thinking of taking the converter off (no emmisions here).
can't afford headers right now.
Has anybody heard about cherry bomb mufflers?
I have alrealdy bought some chrome tip 18" long and 4" outlet.
I was thinking of taking the converter off (no emmisions here).
can't afford headers right now.
Has anybody heard about cherry bomb mufflers?
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From: Atlanta GA
I run dual exhaust Cherry bombs on my 1971 390. Sounds loud, but, okay. I have to turn the truck off at any kind of drive-in.
I do not know if it would sound as nice on a smallblock.
I took my converters off of my BIIs because I go off road a lot where setting a fire or getting stuck with a clogged one would not be good. Unless you are going deep off-road, I think you should leave the emissions equipment on.
I do not know if it would sound as nice on a smallblock.
I took my converters off of my BIIs because I go off road a lot where setting a fire or getting stuck with a clogged one would not be good. Unless you are going deep off-road, I think you should leave the emissions equipment on.
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If you take out your cat(s) you should get a bit mellower tone, but not what your wanting. I would say to pick up a couple of Flowmasters from your local parts store, should run about $60-80 each. I went with Afterburner mufflers, $40 each, it sounds like a monster when I get on it, but still quiet enuf to run through the drive-thru. I would check for O2 sensors after the cats, if there are...leave the cats on, if not...toss them( it will let your motor breath alittle better). Just my opinion..
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Originally posted by rebocardo
Unless you are going deep off-road, I think you should leave the emissions equipment on.
Unless you are going deep off-road, I think you should leave the emissions equipment on.
You say the bombs work good on the 390? They should work decent on the 302 then. I still might be able to get headers (I'll be looking at eBay) but most of my cash right now is going into getting my cab straightened back up & who the hell knows what I'm going to do with my bed.
I will check for o2 sensors around the cat area, if there are not any then I'm going to scrap them, if there are I'll just replace them.
I can get those Cherry Bombs for right around $20.00 each here & have friends that ran them on the 305's & 350's but did'nt know if they drilled them out or not.
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IMO, ive always ran glass packs. Even on my 4 banger cavalier i had dual glass packs on it. Sounded good. Glass packs give it a great sound in my humble opinion. I also had a 40 series flowmaster on my 4 banger ranger, it gave it a deep tone and vibrated the entire cab. Also sounded good with the 5 speed. Im trying to figure out the same thing u are with the 302. What will make it sound deep and mean, so far im leaning towards glass packs, or a dual in dual out flow. Im also getting rid of my pointless cats.
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[QUOTE]Originally posted by 90ebbronc
[B]IMO, ive always ran glass packs. Even on my 4 banger cavalier i had dual glass packs on it. Sounded good. Glass packs give it a great sound in my humble opinion. I also had a 40 series flowmaster on my 4 banger ranger, it gave it a deep tone and vibrated the entire cab. Also sounded good with the 5 speed. Im trying to figure out the same thing u are with the 302. What will make it sound deep and mean, so far im leaning towards glass packs, or a dual in dual out flow. Im also getting rid of my pointless cats.
[B]IMO, ive always ran glass packs. Even on my 4 banger cavalier i had dual glass packs on it. Sounded good. Glass packs give it a great sound in my humble opinion. I also had a 40 series flowmaster on my 4 banger ranger, it gave it a deep tone and vibrated the entire cab. Also sounded good with the 5 speed. Im trying to figure out the same thing u are with the 302. What will make it sound deep and mean, so far im leaning towards glass packs, or a dual in dual out flow. Im also getting rid of my pointless cats.
Last edited by km1974; Nov 24, 2003 at 06:06 PM.
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I think I'm going try those damn Purple Hornies glass packs. I think they are made by flow master.
I am now leaning toward headers for my 302. I just saved about $300.00 today on a new cab so thats $300.00 I can spent on headers. (look out eBay, here I come).
Haven't made a decision about my cats yet. More then likely I'll toss em but not sure yet. Don't need thosa idiots lights flashing to get me going.
I am now leaning toward headers for my 302. I just saved about $300.00 today on a new cab so thats $300.00 I can spent on headers. (look out eBay, here I come).
Haven't made a decision about my cats yet. More then likely I'll toss em but not sure yet. Don't need thosa idiots lights flashing to get me going.
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I need some help on deciding on the best exhaust system for my truck.I have an 86f150/302/v8/5.0 and I want it to be loud,mean,and a better performer.I have been thinking about a header system however I want to also be legal.Also, I want to know which is better glasspack or traditional mufflers.Any suggestions?
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The best way to get some help it tell other what you want or are expecting your exaust to do.
Headers are almost always a plus & aggreed upon by many people. (increases HP)
Larger diameter pipe is also a plus.
Dual exaust is a plus.
Where arguments usally commence are with the cat system & mufflers.
Headers are almost always a plus & aggreed upon by many people. (increases HP)
Larger diameter pipe is also a plus.
Dual exaust is a plus.
Where arguments usally commence are with the cat system & mufflers.
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Header are just replacements for your stock exaust manifolds.
You can buy them emmision legal & have the piping run through to your cats & back like normal.
You can buy them emmision legal & have the piping run through to your cats & back like normal.
Last edited by parks911; Nov 24, 2003 at 06:50 PM.