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burt ragio
05-30-2009, 05:47 AM
For some members the installation of long tube headers has delivered an increase in hp/tq along with an increase in db levels. I want my cake & sanity too. The addition of a in line resonator my very well be a solution. Our choices are as follows: Aero, Vibrant, borala, HKS, Gibson, Ansa ect. Any input would be heipful.
RR|Suki
05-30-2009, 06:09 AM
For some members the installation of long tube headers has delivered an increase in hp/tq along with an increase in db levels. I want my cake & sanity too. The addition of a in line resonator my very well be a solution. Our choices are as follows: Aero, Vibrant, borala, HKS, Gibson, Ansa ect. Any input would be heipful.

Dynomax super turbo mufflers that's all you need. I have a 324 shortblock, Longtube headers with 1 3/4" primaries and 3" collectors and then 3" pipes back no cats. I have those super turbos it was less than $100 for 2 and the car is nice and quiet unless I really get into it.
MM03MOK
05-30-2009, 07:00 AM
Hey Kurt...I "heard" things improved with some gaskets and tightening. Do you feel it in the SOTP?
DJCV
05-30-2009, 04:27 PM
If the Dynomax Super Turbos don't sound or feel right, 18" Magnaflows are a better bet. Nice, deep sound but a little less interior resonance than with the Super Turbos. I have run them both on the same vehicle and can attest to this.
Local Boy
05-30-2009, 09:10 PM
Three muffler system...

http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=15 960&stc=1&d=1243743477
ALOHA

Sorry, about the jet...Not intended...but cool...
2,4shofast
05-30-2009, 10:01 PM
Local that is sexy :beer:
Local Boy
05-31-2009, 11:25 AM
^^^AMEN...Brutha!^^^

ALOHA
burt ragio
06-02-2009, 10:16 AM
Looks like the mid muffler is the pick to quiet the beast. Does it quiet it down between traffic lights ? What does it sound like under full throttle ? What manufacturer & size is it ?
Bigdough
06-03-2009, 12:01 PM
Looks like a Magnaflow resonator.

Why not just get quieter mufflers or res tips if you are worried about noise? I think adding an inline resonator would hinder perrformance a little bit.
Peace2Peep
06-03-2009, 01:52 PM
It actually sounds amazing and cuts noise and drone considerably...have heard that setup on a Marauder but it wasnt a resonator but a 2 inlet / 2 outlet muffler used as an X-pipe. GO FOR IT!
burt ragio
06-05-2009, 04:59 AM
Well I went for the magnaflow 4x9 oval 14" pollished stainless steel part # 1486 muffler. I was going to order 3/8" thick 3" three hole stainless steel flanges have welded on at the collector but decided to go with SS ball flanges for a leak free fit. The ball flanges are made by magnaflow part #10745 They are a new item for Maganaflow. Pictures will follow.
cougar9150
10-08-2009, 06:13 AM
Think I may try this also, how do you like it Burt? I have a bit of resonance at around 2-3k when cruising at around 45-55 mph and would like to quiet it down a little. I don't think it would hurt the performance that much.
Stranger in the Black Sedan
10-08-2009, 10:10 AM
Do you guys who have the resonance, have aftermarket non-res tips? I wonder if just putting res tips back on would help?
Marauderjack
10-08-2009, 02:33 PM
Do you guys who have the resonance, have aftermarket non-res tips? I wonder if just putting res tips back on would help?


I have stock exhaust manifolds, H-Pipe, Magnaflow 18's and OEM tips with NO DRONE!!!:shake:

I'm with you "Stranger"....I believe the delete tips may be the problem??:confused:

I was told by one of the best in the "Bidness" to keep the OEM tips....I did and have been happy with the exhaust for 4 years or longer!!:beer:
cougar9150
10-09-2009, 07:27 AM
I still have the stock tips w/the resonator in them, but I also have a full system w/Kooks, x-pipe, and Magnaflow mufflers. I not have the little round things that were welded to the stock mufflers, these were supposedly something install at the factory to help w/resonance.

I only have the drone when cruising around 45-60. Unfortunately this is the speed of the flow of traffic when I'm cruising to work for 32 miles so I have the drone for most of my drive.
Mr. Man
10-09-2009, 05:24 PM
Somebody(can't remember who) told me if you extend the tips a bit farther out it helps with the drone.
cougar9150
10-12-2009, 04:49 PM
I already have mine extended beyond the rear bumper, still get the drone. I have what looks like the complete Kooks system from Reinhart.
03mmmonroe
10-13-2009, 06:28 PM
I have the sw header and 3 in cat and the 3 mag muffler and stock tip extended 1/2 inch and normal driving no drown. If I drive at light throttle and shift into OD at 42 mph up to 46 mph have slight drown in the car. Other then that best system for low sound per Brian the installer.
ImpalaSlayer
10-13-2009, 06:55 PM
I have the sw header and 3 in cat and the 3 mag muffler and stock tip extended 1/2 inch and normal driving no drown. If I drive at light throttle and shift into OD at 42 mph up to 46 mph have slight drown in the car. Other then that best system for low sound per Brian the installer.


was the english? god my eyes hurt
RR|Suki
10-13-2009, 07:42 PM
been meaning to make a vid of the super turbo mufflers in car, but my dang video camera decided to go poopoo :mad2:
MM_BKK
10-14-2009, 06:13 PM
was the english? god my eyes hurt

It was English, but bad English.


I have the sw header and 3 in cat and the 3 mag muffler and stock tip extended 1/2 inch and normal driving no drown. If I drive at light throttle and shift into OD at 42 mph up to 46 mph have slight drown in the car. Other then that best system for low sound per Brian the installer.

Let me try to translate:

I have SW headers, 3" cats and Magnaflow mufflers, stock tip extended 1/2 inch. No drone with normal driving.
If I'm driving at light throttle and when it shifts into OD between 42-46 mph, there's a slight drone in the car.
Other than that, it's the best quiet system as per Brian the installer.