Exhaust ????
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Exhaust ????
I'm kinda of new at this and been doing some research about getting an exhaust for my 04 F250 EC 6.0L. Not quite sure what kind to get. What is a good brand to get and what is the difference in performance between cat back and turbo back. Currently everything is stock but after I get a new exhaust I want to get a tuner for it any help would be appreciated.
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I have had a 4" MBRP system on my last two trucks and have really liked them. As far as the difference between cat back and turbo back, with the turbo back you will have a larger down pipe wich means better flow. Both of mine have been turbo back systems. As you will see, the tunner of choice on this site is the Xcalibrator 2 wich I ran on my 7.3 but have not ran on my 6.0 yet. Just my opinion and I am sure someone who knows better than me will chime in.
Good luck, elkarcher
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I have never had a cat back system so I cant say for sure. I would asume it would change somewhat depending on the muffler if you use one. Turbo back is a lot more noticable especially straight piped like mine.
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Originally Posted by Michaeltharris
Am i correct in saying with a cat back system the exhaust sound wont change very much . Where with a turbo back system it will change the sound.
All in all, if there is a muffler in place the noise difference is minor. If you want real noise, you need to ditch the muff at least. Next step is straightpiped.
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Originally Posted by Michaeltharris
I'm not looking for something extremly loud just a little more noise then stock. Putting a cat or turbo back system on will I be able to tell a difference from what it ws when it was stock.
You won't see a noticable perfomance gain with an aftermarket exhaust. The makers usually have HP and Torque charts to show some gain, but it's minimal. The reason you want an exhaust system is to lower EGT, particularly if you go with a tuner. The second reason is for sound, if that's your thing. But unless you delete the muffler you might be underwhelmed by the change in sound.
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I'm looking at a 4"MBRP Turbo back if I use the cat delete pipe that will also make it a little louder right. I want something a little louder but I believe if I take myffler out its going to be a little to much.
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Originally Posted by Michaeltharris
I'm looking at a 4"MBRP Turbo back if I use the cat delete pipe that will also make it a little louder right. I want something a little louder but I believe if I take myffler out its going to be a little to much.
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Originally Posted by Michaeltharris
I'm looking at a 4"MBRP Turbo back if I use the cat delete pipe that will also make it a little louder right. I want something a little louder but I believe if I take myffler out its going to be a little to much.
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you will find as many different answers to your question as there options for you out there.. it's personal preference, most brands are so close that you should just go for the best price, and whichever vendor gives you the most "warm fuzzy" feeling when you talk to them
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Exhaust upgrade is for cooler exhaust temps, usually for towing purposes.
Magnaflow has a full 4"Turbo Back. All their superduty systems are Lifetime warranty and made only in stainless steel. Part #17922 ( for non dualies ), It sounds real good too. No agressive sound or harshness to it at all. A real improvement over "straight pipes".
Magnaflow has a full 4"Turbo Back. All their superduty systems are Lifetime warranty and made only in stainless steel. Part #17922 ( for non dualies ), It sounds real good too. No agressive sound or harshness to it at all. A real improvement over "straight pipes".
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You can start by researching the customer reviews on our shop's website here: http://motorhaven.autoanything.com/exhausts-mufflers/10A50209.aspx
Adding a tuner can also give you nice boost in hp and fuel economy (especially when you use it with aftermarket parts -- intake, exhaust, etc) We carry those also: http://motorhaven.autoanything.com/performance-chips/20A50211A1.aspx
Adding a tuner can also give you nice boost in hp and fuel economy (especially when you use it with aftermarket parts -- intake, exhaust, etc) We carry those also: http://motorhaven.autoanything.com/performance-chips/20A50211A1.aspx