X Pipe question....

Stanger35thGT · 10-13-2004, 07:25 PM

do most brands of X pipes all pretty much sound the same?

I.E. found a good deal (cheap) on a BBK O/R X ..worth it???

*madmatt* · 10-13-2004, 08:33 PM

NO! Stay away from the bbk...It sounds like a bunch of marbles vibrating around under your car. With the SLP, Id have to say either get the SLP Pipe, or something like the MT pipe or UPR.

Stanger35thGT · 10-13-2004, 08:38 PM

yea im not too fond of BBK .. its just the price ($65) got me...lol

ill find something else more suitable

thanks

njblackstang · 10-13-2004, 09:00 PM

I have a 99gt too and have the upr o/r x. its really loud, but the car just sreams at WOT. go for it.

decoy562 · 10-14-2004, 08:22 AM

Get the mustangtuning X-pipe, it is a better design.

bshiek · 10-14-2004, 08:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by madmatt

NO! Stay away from the bbk...It sounds like a bunch of marbles vibrating around under your car. With the SLP, Id have to say either get the SLP Pipe, or something like the MT pipe or UPR.

I agree. Just say no to the bbk x-pipe. BBK makes other fine products, but the way they form the x just doesn't sound the same as the SLP, MT, UPR, Dr. Gas...

*4.6 Love* · 10-14-2004, 03:11 PM

Get a mac o/r H and you'll be set!

WaterDR · 10-14-2004, 07:10 PM

It is very important that you select the X pipe based on the catback that you have. The different combos sound very different from eachother. I am NOT a fan of mixing brands of X Pipes and Catbacks unless you have heard them together or have gotten some good advice from someone.

Stanger35thGT · 10-14-2004, 07:14 PM

well a SLP O/R X is pretty expensive...

or at least more than i was willing to pay for a midpipe..

and i havent seen an O/R X made by SLP, its either w/ cats or w/ racepipes...unless racepipes is the same as O/R

hmm
i was thinkin bassani or MAC ...

*madmatt* · 10-14-2004, 07:35 PM

Race pipes are the same as O/R, you can just switch them in and out for whenever you go to the track and such. It would probably be EXTREMELY loud too.

Stanger35thGT · 10-14-2004, 07:44 PM

what do you mean switch "them" out?

like, you can switch out between cats, and race pipes....

im lookin at one here, says it has clamps that you can un-do and change out the cats to race pipes or vice versa....
http://www.lmperformance.com/3674/50.html

WaterDR · 10-14-2004, 08:03 PM

That's the one! You can add the cats and then take them off....right at the track. Yet, another reason why SLP is the tits.

Stanger35thGT · 10-14-2004, 08:05 PM

alright...well

i dont like that price...lol...maybe ill stick with something cheaper and used....

WaterDR · 10-15-2004, 01:41 AM

Question: Why do you think that SLP is Pricey? They are in the same range as all others with cats especially if you consider that it is stainless. The MT X pipes are about the best out there for the lowest price, but I think a $100 + more for stainless is normal.

Buy used is always a potentially good option and may work out for you. Takes a little time to find the right one and fun to search.

*madmatt* · 10-15-2004, 05:00 AM

Exactly, I mean, I know I wouldnt want to spend 350 bucks on a catted pipe, but at the same time, I hear that one, the SLP stuff sounds best when used in conjunction with each other, and two, its fully stainless. I havent heard the SLP catback with any other midpipe so I cant really recommend anything. You could always just try the MT pipe, and of course, then you would have to post sound clips...

Mustang Tuning · 10-15-2004, 09:57 AM

The SLP X-pipe is great because of its versatility. If you were to buy the full assembly catted X-pipe, you could be street legal with the cats, remove them to put the race pipes in for more power and sound, and also, its as simple as taking off the pipes before the cats to have a direct bolt up job to the SLP long tube headers if you wanted to go that way in the future. We now carry the Race Pipes so you can have the whole SLP setup.

*madmatt* · 10-15-2004, 12:22 PM

Slp was very smart to do their X pipe that way. Very quick change friendly.

mike sweeney · 10-15-2004, 06:15 PM

I just ordered the SLP catted X-pipe because of its quality and versatility. It gives me the options of running cats, or no cats, any short tube header, or SLP long tube headers without buying a new x-pipe or cutting and modifying one. Its Stainless construction and quality band clams will give it a long service life. Always remember If you buy a cheap pipe you are getting cheap quality.

03BullittClone · 10-16-2004, 07:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mike sweeney

I just ordered the SLP catted X-pipe because of its quality and versatility. It gives me the options of running cats, or no cats, any short tube header, or SLP long tube headers without buying a new x-pipe or cutting and modifying one. Its Stainless construction and quality band clams will give it a long service life. Always remember If you buy a cheap pipe you are getting cheap quality.

I think that you make good points about your choice. I think I'm going to go that route myself. Besides, I should match up my cat-back anyway, right?

Stanger35thGT · 10-16-2004, 08:57 AM

so wait, if you were to order the full assembly with race pipes.. does this mean you get a pair of cats AND the race pipes with the package, so you can change them out....or do you have to buy either the race pipes or cats separate??

Jeremy · 10-16-2004, 09:39 AM

You buy the X pipe with cats. The race pipes don't come with the X pipe. But if you buy both you can go without the cats, and still put them on when you need them. Look at the MT site and you will see the race pipes are no for sale.

03BullittClone · 10-16-2004, 01:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stanger35thGT

so wait, if you were to order the full assembly with race pipes.. does this mean you get a pair of cats AND the race pipes with the package, so you can change them out....or do you have to buy either the race pipes or cats separate??

Had the same question myself. The catted X pipe does not come with the race pipes. The race pipes are sold seperately by Mustang Tuning (now). Still a helluva deal!

mike sweeney · 10-16-2004, 03:46 PM

I ordered My SLP X-pipe with the cats, I figured I could have a local exhaust shop make me a couple of race pipes since they dont involve any bends. I should be able to get them made for $10-$15 Dollars

Jeremy · 10-17-2004, 08:22 AM

Just give me a paper towel holder and some tape and I will make you a pair for $4

Mustang Tuning · 10-18-2004, 06:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mike sweeney

I ordered My SLP X-pipe with the cats, I figured I could have a local exhaust shop make me a couple of race pipes since they dont involve any bends. I should be able to get them made for $10-$15 Dollars

Just remember that the race pipes have the stepped cut on both sides so that you can remove them easier. I went with the SLP setup with the race pipes option on my Cobra. With the addition of the Steeda catback, the sound is incredible. Installation was not exactly fun, but I was able to do it without a lift and just a pair of ramps. Now its time for the track again!

10-13-2004, 07:25 PM	#1 (permalink)
Stanger35thGT 35th Anniversary Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Spring, TX Posts: 63	X Pipe question.... do most brands of X pipes all pretty much sound the same? I.E. found a good deal (cheap) on a BBK O/R X ..worth it??? __________________ 1999 35th Anniversary GT

10-13-2004, 08:33 PM	#2 (permalink)
madmatt Traitor...lol Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Lexington, SC Posts: 7,911	NO! Stay away from the bbk...It sounds like a bunch of marbles vibrating around under your car. With the SLP, Id have to say either get the SLP Pipe, or something like the MT pipe or UPR. __________________ RPMPlanets

10-13-2004, 08:38 PM	#3 (permalink)
Stanger35thGT 35th Anniversary Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Spring, TX Posts: 63	yea im not too fond of BBK .. its just the price ($65) got me...lol ill find something else more suitable thanks __________________ 1999 35th Anniversary GT

10-14-2004, 08:22 AM	#5 (permalink)
decoy562 Registered Loser Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Acworth, GA Posts: 28	Get the mustangtuning X-pipe, it is a better design. __________________ 2003 True Blue GT: Steeda Tri-Ax, Magnaflow Catback, K&N filter 1993 Ford Thunderbird: "Beater Car"

10-14-2004, 07:10 PM	#8 (permalink)
WaterDR Administrator Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 6,363	It is very important that you select the X pipe based on the catback that you have. The different combos sound very different from eachother. I am NOT a fan of mixing brands of X Pipes and Catbacks unless you have heard them together or have gotten some good advice from someone. __________________ Black 2000 GT Vert: Novi-2000 with Intercooler (375rwhp @ 9 psi); Tune by Kauffmans; Roush 380R Body kit; Steeda Subframes; Steeda Strut Tower Support; Deep Dish Bullets; FRPP 4:10's; SCT 4 Position Chip with four custom tunes; Steeda CAI; C&L Pleum; BBK 75 TB; SLP Loudmouth; SLP Catted X-Pipe; Bullitt Suspension; UPR Conrol Arms; Focus Fuel Pump My Car My Email

10-13-2004, 09:00 PM	#4 (permalink)
njblackstang Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Aberdeen, NJ Posts: 8	I have a 99gt too and have the upr o/r x. its really loud, but the car just sreams at WOT. go for it.

10-14-2004, 03:11 PM	#7 (permalink)
4.6 Love Super Moderator Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Mexico Posts: 6,132	Get a mac o/r H and you'll be set!

10-14-2004, 07:14 PM	#9 (permalink)
Stanger35thGT 35th Anniversary Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Spring, TX Posts: 63	well a SLP O/R X is pretty expensive... or at least more than i was willing to pay for a midpipe.. and i havent seen an O/R X made by SLP, its either w/ cats or w/ racepipes...unless racepipes is the same as O/R hmm i was thinkin bassani or MAC ... __________________ 1999 35th Anniversary GT

10-14-2004, 07:35 PM	#10 (permalink)
madmatt Traitor...lol Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Lexington, SC Posts: 7,911	Race pipes are the same as O/R, you can just switch them in and out for whenever you go to the track and such. It would probably be EXTREMELY loud too. __________________ RPMPlanets

10-14-2004, 07:44 PM	#11 (permalink)
Stanger35thGT 35th Anniversary Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Spring, TX Posts: 63	what do you mean switch "them" out? like, you can switch out between cats, and race pipes.... im lookin at one here, says it has clamps that you can un-do and change out the cats to race pipes or vice versa.... http://www.lmperformance.com/3674/50.html __________________ 1999 35th Anniversary GT

10-14-2004, 08:03 PM	#12 (permalink)
WaterDR Administrator Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 6,363	That's the one! You can add the cats and then take them off....right at the track. Yet, another reason why SLP is the tits. __________________ Black 2000 GT Vert: Novi-2000 with Intercooler (375rwhp @ 9 psi); Tune by Kauffmans; Roush 380R Body kit; Steeda Subframes; Steeda Strut Tower Support; Deep Dish Bullets; FRPP 4:10's; SCT 4 Position Chip with four custom tunes; Steeda CAI; C&L Pleum; BBK 75 TB; SLP Loudmouth; SLP Catted X-Pipe; Bullitt Suspension; UPR Conrol Arms; Focus Fuel Pump My Car My Email

10-14-2004, 08:05 PM	#13 (permalink)
Stanger35thGT 35th Anniversary Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Spring, TX Posts: 63	alright...well i dont like that price...lol...maybe ill stick with something cheaper and used.... __________________ 1999 35th Anniversary GT

10-15-2004, 01:41 AM	#14 (permalink)
WaterDR Administrator Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 6,363	Question: Why do you think that SLP is Pricey? They are in the same range as all others with cats especially if you consider that it is stainless. The MT X pipes are about the best out there for the lowest price, but I think a $100 + more for stainless is normal. Buy used is always a potentially good option and may work out for you. Takes a little time to find the right one and fun to search. __________________ Black 2000 GT Vert: Novi-2000 with Intercooler (375rwhp @ 9 psi); Tune by Kauffmans; Roush 380R Body kit; Steeda Subframes; Steeda Strut Tower Support; Deep Dish Bullets; FRPP 4:10's; SCT 4 Position Chip with four custom tunes; Steeda CAI; C&L Pleum; BBK 75 TB; SLP Loudmouth; SLP Catted X-Pipe; Bullitt Suspension; UPR Conrol Arms; Focus Fuel Pump My Car My Email

10-15-2004, 05:00 AM	#15 (permalink)
madmatt Traitor...lol Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Lexington, SC Posts: 7,911	Exactly, I mean, I know I wouldnt want to spend 350 bucks on a catted pipe, but at the same time, I hear that one, the SLP stuff sounds best when used in conjunction with each other, and two, its fully stainless. I havent heard the SLP catback with any other midpipe so I cant really recommend anything. You could always just try the MT pipe, and of course, then you would have to post sound clips... __________________ RPMPlanets

10-15-2004, 09:57 AM	#16 (permalink)
Mustang Tuning Mustang Tuning Sales Manager Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Newtown Square, PA Posts: 116	The SLP X-pipe is great because of its versatility. If you were to buy the full assembly catted X-pipe, you could be street legal with the cats, remove them to put the race pipes in for more power and sound, and also, its as simple as taking off the pipes before the cats to have a direct bolt up job to the SLP long tube headers if you wanted to go that way in the future. We now carry the Race Pipes so you can have the whole SLP setup. __________________ 2001 Performance Red SVT Cobra Best E.T. 13.383 @ 107.49 miles per hour Bob MustangTuning.com

10-15-2004, 12:22 PM	#17 (permalink)
madmatt Traitor...lol Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Lexington, SC Posts: 7,911	Slp was very smart to do their X pipe that way. Very quick change friendly. __________________ RPMPlanets

10-15-2004, 06:15 PM	#18 (permalink)
mike sweeney Senior Gear Banger Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Two Harbors, MN. Posts: 230	I just ordered the SLP catted X-pipe because of its quality and versatility. It gives me the options of running cats, or no cats, any short tube header, or SLP long tube headers without buying a new x-pipe or cutting and modifying one. Its Stainless construction and quality band clams will give it a long service life. Always remember If you buy a cheap pipe you are getting cheap quality. __________________ 2004 Torch Red GT Flowmaster Am.Thunder cat back, SLP Mid Pipe Steeda Underdrive pulleys 3.73 gears Diablosport Predator tune Grille Delete and Mach 1 spoiler Rear Wing delete Mustang Tuning Shifter Bullitt Handling Kit

10-16-2004, 08:57 AM	#20 (permalink)
Stanger35thGT 35th Anniversary Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Spring, TX Posts: 63	so wait, if you were to order the full assembly with race pipes.. does this mean you get a pair of cats AND the race pipes with the package, so you can change them out....or do you have to buy either the race pipes or cats separate?? __________________ 1999 35th Anniversary GT

10-16-2004, 09:39 AM	#21 (permalink)
Jeremy One of them regulars Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Holden Beach, North Carolina Posts: 411	You buy the X pipe with cats. The race pipes don't come with the X pipe. But if you buy both you can go without the cats, and still put them on when you need them. Look at the MT site and you will see the race pipes are no for sale. __________________ 2003 Black 5spd GT SLP Loudmouth catback 18" Black Deep Dish Bullitts

10-16-2004, 03:46 PM	#23 (permalink)
mike sweeney Senior Gear Banger Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Two Harbors, MN. Posts: 230	I ordered My SLP X-pipe with the cats, I figured I could have a local exhaust shop make me a couple of race pipes since they dont involve any bends. I should be able to get them made for $10-$15 Dollars __________________ 2004 Torch Red GT Flowmaster Am.Thunder cat back, SLP Mid Pipe Steeda Underdrive pulleys 3.73 gears Diablosport Predator tune Grille Delete and Mach 1 spoiler Rear Wing delete Mustang Tuning Shifter Bullitt Handling Kit

10-17-2004, 08:22 AM	#24 (permalink)
Jeremy One of them regulars Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Holden Beach, North Carolina Posts: 411	Just give me a paper towel holder and some tape and I will make you a pair for $4 __________________ 2003 Black 5spd GT SLP Loudmouth catback 18" Black Deep Dish Bullitts