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Old Nov 20, 2006 | 06:23 AM
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I've been lookin' around for exhaust set-ups for the 'stang and was wondering if I should get an x or h-pipe. I know what the obvious difference is, but does the crossover change tone or power or anything like that?
 
Old Nov 20, 2006 | 10:11 AM
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Originally Posted by SlicK
I've been lookin' around for exhaust set-ups for the 'stang and was wondering if I should get an x or h-pipe. I know what the obvious difference is, but does the crossover change tone or power or anything like that?

It'll change the tone but won't effect power on our engines.
 
Old Nov 20, 2006 | 07:41 PM
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Does x- have a lower tone? I just want a little raspyness at the higher RPMs as possible.
 
Old Nov 20, 2006 | 09:21 PM
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well the x pipe gives u a little less back preasure so u get a little bit of hp not much and they are not as loud as a h pipe
 
Old Nov 21, 2006 | 05:56 AM
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x's and h-pipes dont have a difference in the level of noise. The x will hands down be raspy as hell on a v6 (they are damn raspy on v8's) the only mid pipe you sohuld even do to a v6 (not that you even need one with even firing order motors) is an H-pipe to help keep some deepness to it.
 
Old Nov 21, 2006 | 08:34 AM
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Ok, thanks. I'll probably just go with the full MAC set-up.
 
Old Nov 21, 2006 | 09:33 AM
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Ok, thanks. I'll probably just go with the full MAC set-up.
depending on what state you live in. or if you just dont care of emissions..
if you live in california, go with the magnaflow full catback exhaust X-pipe. or if you dont care about emissions go with a bassani X-pipe. (magnaflow are legal.. and ANY other x pipe are illegal) as far as noise. X-pipe make far much noise than the h-pipe due to the fact that when the exhaust gases are traveling thru your h pipe, they have to make a full 90 degree turn, and cause a lot of restriction. x pipe forces air out with a swirl (noise) if your state alllows it or you plain just dont care..... X-PIPE ALL THE WAY!!!!
 
Old Nov 21, 2006 | 09:34 AM
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Not sure of whether it's legal in ohio or not, but i could give less a ****. I'm gettin' an o/r pipe anywho
 
Old Nov 21, 2006 | 09:41 AM
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Not sure of whether it's legal in ohio or not, but i could give less a ****. I'm gettin' an o/r pipe anywho
FYI.. i used to have an 05 mustang v6.. and put in a full catback exhaust w/ X-pipe.. and my mom sold it to my cousin while i was in school.. then i bought a 05 Mustang GT.. put in a full catback flowmaster (h-pip).. the v6 and the gt, almost sounded similar.. of course the gt stood out more (it's a v8) but you know what i mean.. by the way.. if you ever got any questions and you feel some guys on this website are just yankin your chain... email me or post me a thread.. i cant think of anything better to do then to sit around talkin bout cars (SERIOUSLY!!! ITS A PASSION)
 
Old Nov 22, 2006 | 08:04 AM
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Originally Posted by SlicK
Not sure of whether it's legal in ohio or not, but i could give less a ****. I'm gettin' an o/r pipe anywho
its has to be legal its ohio. I wish in cali we didnt have our dumb laws its all b/c of La I blame them.
 
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