Exhaust Modifications (Muffler Replacement or Straight Pipes)

[bushway9172]

I apologize if there's already a thread on this... I did a quick search and only found one about an entire MagnaFlow Catback System.

I have thought about replacing the LR4's main muffler (since it looks like there are three: one large in the center and two smalls in the rear), with straight piping. I would not be fooling with the cats at all, just eliminating the big muffler. Has anyone tried this? Too loud? Any drone?

I was thinking about having an exhaust shop eliminate it, start the car up, and if it's too loud, I'll have them put on a MagnaFlow or Flowmaster Muffler. I am not interested in doing a complete exhaust system at this point... just looking to get a little bit more noise without spending a fortune. Also, would this throw any error codes or affect the emissions? I will need to pass a MA annual inspection. Thanks in advance for any input!

 

[bushway9172]

Anyone?

 

[Kaaae]

Sorry,!i have yet to touch my exhaust system.

 

[bushway9172]

Sorry,!i have yet to touch my exhaust system.

Well I may have to find out for myself this afternoon!

 

[Kaaae]

Good luck! What other mods have you done? I am very interested in your rims and how you got them to fit. Did you use spacers?

 

[bushway9172]

I will PM you with more info shortly.

 

[bushway9172]

If anyone's following this thread... I had the muffler replaced with straight piping, and it sounds like a true V8 should sound. Did not touch the cats or resonators. PM me for more info if you're interested or would like me to send you a video via email.

 

[mbw]

If anyone's following this thread... I had the muffler replaced with straight piping, and it sounds like a true V8 should sound. Did not touch the cats or resonators. PM me for more info if you're interested or would like me to send you a video via email.

can you post a video on youtube or something?

 

[bushway9172]

I have one crappy cell phone one right now that I can email you if you want. I'm going to try to get some better ones with my DSLR camera and some friends later. If those come out good, I'll post them onto YouTube for sure!

 

[Finlayforprez]

I would love to see that, bushway9172!