Dumb Exhaust Question
Thread Starter
|
Cross-Country
Joined: Sep 2020
Posts: 77
Likes: 2
From: TX
Dumb Exhaust Question
I am looking to finally straight pipe my OBS and get rid of the cat and muffler. I did the 3 in. downpipe upgrade and bellowed up pipes and all that a while ago. Soooo the hard part is done.
I am hoping to spend as little as possible and was wondering if I get a cat back system instead of the turbo back will I have enough pipe to delete everything?
This was the one I was looking at and wanted to see if anyone has done this before?
Diamond Eye 4" Aluminized Cat Back Exhaust W/ Muffler Delete
I am hoping to spend as little as possible and was wondering if I get a cat back system instead of the turbo back will I have enough pipe to delete everything?
This was the one I was looking at and wanted to see if anyone has done this before?
Diamond Eye 4" Aluminized Cat Back Exhaust W/ Muffler Delete
Lead Driver
Joined: Sep 2002
Posts: 9,524
Likes: 2,028
From: North Texas
Unless you are pushing good power, wasted money to swap the stock stuff. It is what 3.5"? These trucks maybe roll out 180rwhp bone stock and 230rw area on stock sticks tuned uncorked.
The downpipe is known junk weak point.
The downpipe is known junk weak point.
Thread Starter
|
Cross-Country
Joined: Sep 2020
Posts: 77
Likes: 2
From: TX
Yeah the downpipe is the only thing for performance. hence why I did it years ago. Now its just for my ears Haha.
Do you think it would also be just as fine to find some 3.5 in pipe and just cut out the cat and muffler? That sounds even cheaper
Do you think it would also be just as fine to find some 3.5 in pipe and just cut out the cat and muffler? That sounds even cheaper
Lead Driver
Joined: Sep 2002
Posts: 9,524
Likes: 2,028
From: North Texas
I believe it would be, especially if you can fab a bit.
No clue what the D.E. 4" runs now. Mine is their SS kit, front to back with muff. Got a free tip. It was about $300 shipped them back then.
No clue what the D.E. 4" runs now. Mine is their SS kit, front to back with muff. Got a free tip. It was about $300 shipped them back then.
Thread Starter
|
Cross-Country
Joined: Sep 2020
Posts: 77
Likes: 2
From: TX
Oh yeah they were like 450 now. I dont want to drop that much right now. I checked and based on reviews it seems the 4 in delete pipe that MBRP doesnt fit the stock 3.5.
So I guess my best bet is something like this Summit Racing SUM-640254 Summit Racing™ Exhaust Tubing | Summit Racing
Then I weld or clamp it in? not really sure yet.
So I guess my best bet is something like this Summit Racing SUM-640254 Summit Racing™ Exhaust Tubing | Summit Racing
Then I weld or clamp it in? not really sure yet.
Lead Driver
Joined: Sep 2002
Posts: 9,524
Likes: 2,028
From: North Texas
I would weld it in.
Absolutely no reason to drop that coin if on stock injectors. I know the stock 3.5 will support near 400rw, but average torque will increase with the 4" after a certain point
Absolutely no reason to drop that coin if on stock injectors. I know the stock 3.5 will support near 400rw, but average torque will increase with the 4" after a certain point
Thread Starter
|
Cross-Country
Joined: Sep 2020
Posts: 77
Likes: 2
From: TX
I am not running stock at all. I am pretty modified, but not like overpower. I am running 205/30 hybrids with efuel and adrenaline HPOP. The HPOP was probably overkill but after 300K just felt like doing the whole thing
Trending Topics
Lead Driver
Joined: Sep 2002
Posts: 9,524
Likes: 2,028
From: North Texas
You needed it do not kid yourself with the HPOP.
I have same basic mods you do...same sticks, HPOP, efuel, um, springs/pushrods, etc.
Depending upon how much power your tunes are set at, may want to do the 4" now and leave stock alone.
I have same basic mods you do...same sticks, HPOP, efuel, um, springs/pushrods, etc.
Depending upon how much power your tunes are set at, may want to do the 4" now and leave stock alone.
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer
Joe Kucinski
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)
Brett Foote
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies
Joe Kucinski
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make
Brett Foote
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!
Michael S. Palmer
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home
Verdad Gallardo
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!
Joe Kucinski
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?
Brett Foote
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!
Michael S. Palmer
Thread Starter
|
Cross-Country
Joined: Sep 2020
Posts: 77
Likes: 2
From: TX
Okay thats good to know. Right now I run gearheads and typically leave it at the street everyday tune sometimes jumping to the tow tune when I tow. I am not really one to go to hot tunes much. Although I am considering changing over to try JB tunes or something. Gearheads is sometimes kind of meh...
I might look into the 4 in set then and just replace it all from the downpipe back. I just want to make sure i get enough extra pipe to remove the muffler and the cat.
I might look into the 4 in set then and just replace it all from the downpipe back. I just want to make sure i get enough extra pipe to remove the muffler and the cat.
More Turbo
Joined: Aug 2019
Posts: 537
Likes: 118
From: Norcal
Do you plan on routing the exhaust over the rear axle? I cut my exhaust out near the back of my crew cab eliminating my muffler. I thought about kicking it out in front of my rear tire. But this morning I was thinking of just putting a shiny big tip pointing down right behind the the cab where the exhaust already routes. My exhaust is much more stinky after my performance upgrades and shooting the particulates to the ground may help instead of shooting it out to the side of the bed where everyone breathes. 🤷♂️
Y'all noticed after putting upgraded injectors in, your exhaust getting stinkier?
Y'all noticed after putting upgraded injectors in, your exhaust getting stinkier?
Thread Starter
|
Cross-Country
Joined: Sep 2020
Posts: 77
Likes: 2
From: TX
I guess I was planning on just having it route where it does now. I dont really care where it exits I guess as long as its at least behind the cab.
As for "stinkier", I don't think I noticed much tbh. Also it was years ago so I dont honestly remember too much.
As for "stinkier", I don't think I noticed much tbh. Also it was years ago so I dont honestly remember too much.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post