dbreese Posted October 13, 2009 Posted October 13, 2009 I'm getting ready to make some upgrades over the winter and need to go to a 3" system. My questions are whose system did you go with and did you have any issues with the X pipe/ H pipe with the driveshaft loop(BMR)? Any clearance issues with the tailpipes and suspension/ tires? I am considering the Pypes system with the Racepro mufflers. Thanks in advance. David Quote
Chevyss Posted October 13, 2009 Posted October 13, 2009 Dave Went w/Torque Tech out of Georgia. Very good service and great system. No real issues. Love the sound and the price wasn't all that bad. I used the 40 series mufflers. Installed the H pipe. They have a website so you can check them out. Quote
dbreese Posted October 13, 2009 Author Posted October 13, 2009 LOL Royce, Yep they are about 40 minutes from my house. They were one of my other options. Thanks for the info. Glad the system fits! David Quote
502ci Posted October 13, 2009 Posted October 13, 2009 Another good mention for Torque Thrust, I'm running their 3 1/2" system all the way to the rear bumper, has a real nice fit with no problems. I can't comment on the H-pipe fitment though as I never installed it, it's still sitting in the corner of the garage. Quote
Sam (Bones) Posted October 13, 2009 Posted October 13, 2009 Another good mention for Torque Thrust, I'm running their 3 1/2" system all the way to the rear bumper, has a real nice fit with no problems. I can't comment on the H-pipe fitment though as I never installed it, it's still sitting in the corner of the garage. except I'm running Pypes Racepro mufflers Quote
Crow Posted October 13, 2009 Posted October 13, 2009 Another good mention for Torque Thrust, I'm running their 3 1/2" system all the way to the rear bumper, has a real nice fit with no problems. I can't comment on the H-pipe fitment though as I never installed it, it's still sitting in the corner of the garage. I was told by a guy I respect in the business that The crossover pipe only works if you find the exact point to put it in, and even then isn't worth much effiency. Quote
502ci Posted October 13, 2009 Posted October 13, 2009 I was told by a guy I respect in the business that The crossover pipe only works if you find the exact point to put it in, and even then isn't worth much effiency. There's ways of finding that spot...like spraying the exhaust behind the header collector with ordinary paint and right where it stops blistering and burning off that's where to put it. I didn't put it on only because with a total of 7" of exhaust piping it was not necessary...more or less it would just change the exhaust note and I didn't want to quiet it down...which is one effect of a H-pipe or X-pipe. Quote
TommyP Posted October 14, 2009 Posted October 14, 2009 I'm also using a Torque Tech 3" with 3 chamber Flowmaster mufflers. I never did put the crossover pipe in. Tom Quote
John Burns Posted October 14, 2009 Posted October 14, 2009 Another vote for Torque Tech. I'd go with an X-pipe or at least an H. I've definitely seen power increases. But I'm really curious- what kind of upgrades are you doing to require 3" pipes? Quote
dbreese Posted October 14, 2009 Author Posted October 14, 2009 Another vote for Torque Tech. I'd go with an X-pipe or at least an H. I've definitely seen power increases. But I'm really curious- what kind of upgrades are you doing to require 3" pipes? Ok sounds like Torque Tech. As for the upgrade ...........Well there is a new bullet going in over the winter. Still working out the details. I will say this much it will require larger headers and a 3" exhaust system. To all my small block brothers, not to worry...... I'm still with ya. . I know I know I should go with a B/B but hey, guess I'm just weird that way!!!!! David Quote
CrazyDavey Posted October 14, 2009 Posted October 14, 2009 I just hope it's a supercharger and not a bottle..... Quote
dbreese Posted October 14, 2009 Author Posted October 14, 2009 I just hope it's a supercharger and not a bottle..... Nope Dave, it will be N/A. David Quote
CrazyDavey Posted October 14, 2009 Posted October 14, 2009 Originally Posted By: Reds72WMonte I just hope it's a supercharger and not a bottle..... Nope Dave, it will be N/A. David excellent!!! can't wait to see..... Quote
Heckeng Posted October 14, 2009 Posted October 14, 2009 I'm the outcast here, I bought straight 3" pipe from Summit and matched it to the Flowmaster tailpipe kit. Worked out very well and with hooker headers, the collectors are pointing straight back so you don't need anything special angle-wise. Can't wait to hear about this new engine! Quote
TommyP Posted October 15, 2009 Posted October 15, 2009 David the suspense is killing me any more details on that new engine that you would be willing to share???? Quote
CrazyDavey Posted October 15, 2009 Posted October 15, 2009 hmmmm...no bottle, no supercharger.....turbo?..he's going to play with us I'm sure..... Quote
dbreese Posted October 15, 2009 Author Posted October 15, 2009 David the suspense is killing me any more details on that new engine that you would be willing to share???? Ok a little teaser......the block is going to be an aftermarket 400 . I won't hold any secrets once all the details are hammered out. I will give ya'll a run down on all the parts. It will be a pump gas motor for sure. No turbo Dave.LOL N/A all the way!! Stay tuned! David Quote
72MC Posted October 15, 2009 Posted October 15, 2009 I have some insider info for you guys buuuutttttt,.....it will cost ya some coin, :-). I think David will make all of us small block guys proud!! - Dave Quote
CrazyDavey Posted October 15, 2009 Posted October 15, 2009 I can see this is going to cost me money to keep my big block ahead of the game... Quote
72MC Posted October 15, 2009 Posted October 15, 2009 I hear ya Dave. I am already foaming at the mouth about an intercooled ProCharger but the cost will hold me back for who knows how long. - Dave Quote
TommyP Posted October 16, 2009 Posted October 16, 2009 If I had to guess.... I'm guessing some kind of big cubic inch small block. Man David, just when I thought that I could keep up with you. Quote
dbreese Posted October 16, 2009 Author Posted October 16, 2009 If I had to guess.... I'm guessing some kind of big cubic inch small block. Man David, just when I thought that I could keep up with you. Hi Tom, Ummmm...... something along those lines. David Quote
TommyP Posted October 16, 2009 Posted October 16, 2009 Make sure and keep us up on the progress. Quote
dbreese Posted October 16, 2009 Author Posted October 16, 2009 Make sure and keep us up on the progress. Will do Tom. David Quote
Crow Posted October 16, 2009 Posted October 16, 2009 I'm know what headers you're not gonna use. Quote
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