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MM2004
10-12-2012, 05:37 PM
I have had the the 4" Megs -Resonator delete tips since the last Louisville Meet, and finally got off my lazy-ass to get them installed today.
First, a BIG thanks to Tommy at Expert Exhaust for his excellent work on the installation!
:bows::bows::bows:
Here are the pics that show stock versus the 4" tips before, during and after the install.
Stock Rear:
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/gallery/data/500/Stock_Rear.jpg
Stock Passenger:
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/gallery/data/500/Stock_Pass_Side.jpg
4" Rear (fitment)
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/gallery/data/500/4_Inch_Rear_Symetric.jpg
4" Passenger:
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/gallery/data/500/4_Inch_Pass_Fit.jpg
4" Driver:
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/gallery/data/500/4_Inch_Driver_Final.jpg
4" Passenger (up):
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/gallery/data/500/4_Inch_Pass_Final.jpg
4" Passenger (down):
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/gallery/data/500/4_Inch_Final_Down.jpg
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RubberCtyRauder
10-12-2012, 05:42 PM
Looks great!! wish my car was that clean underneath
MM2004
10-12-2012, 05:43 PM
Once she was buttoned up, Tommy fired her up while on the lift and OMG!
The sound is awesome!
These tips gave my MM a deeper, richer tone that is music to my ears.
Not only the sound, but appearance-wise, I could not be happier with this setup!
No cabin drone. No irritating vibration. Nothing.
Simply, a meaner sounding exhaust note that made this car feel like a new experience all over again.
Get these tips!
:burnout:
Mike.
Someone must really love you mike! :D
MM2004
10-12-2012, 06:03 PM
Let me elaborate here folks...
For those of you who were not in attendance at the past Louisville meet.
It was DOOM (Jake) and CWright (Chris) that made this possible.
I'll stop here, and if either one of them wish to expand on this, they are more than welcome.
Yes Jake. I feel the love brutha'!
;)
Mike.
guspech750
10-12-2012, 06:07 PM
Looks good Mike. Jake and Chris rock.
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You should of extended them 12 inches past the bumper and painted them BLACK! :D
MM2004
10-12-2012, 06:25 PM
You should of extended them 12 inches past the bumper and painted them BLACK! :D
You idiot!
:lol:
That's after I put 26's on it.
:D
Mike.
1stMerc
10-12-2012, 06:37 PM
Looks good Mike.
Now all you need is a set of AEROs :D
CWright
10-12-2012, 07:24 PM
Someone must really love you mike! :D
Let me elaborate here folks...
For those of you who were not in attendance at the past Louisville meet.
It was DOOM (Jake) and CWright (Chris) that made this possible.
I'll stop here, and if either one of them wish to expand on this, they are more than welcome.
Yes Jake. I feel the love brutha'!
;)
Mike.
+1 ^^^ They look GREAT MIKEY! This was to say a HUGE THANK YOU for all the hard work you put into the Louisville meets! :beer: I hope you enjoy them as much as I do mine! Thanks for your friendship bro!
P.S. That has to be one of the Sharpest DTR's! :cool:
Haggis
10-12-2012, 07:33 PM
Looks good Mikey. :up:
justbob
10-12-2012, 08:32 PM
Congrats man!
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MOTOWN
10-13-2012, 01:47 AM
Tips look great! they sit just right past the bumper cover!
Mebot
10-13-2012, 03:37 AM
How much $$ did Rich @ cone eng give you to "endorse" this post? :p:p
Nah jk looks real good. What a difference from the stock.
Sent from my handheld Zack Morris iShoe 4S.
MM2004
10-13-2012, 05:03 AM
+1 ^^^ They look GREAT MIKEY! This was to say a HUGE THANK YOU for all the hard work you put into the Louisville meets! :beer: I hope you enjoy them as much as I do mine! Thanks for your friendship bro!
P.S. That has to be one of the Sharpest DTR's! :cool:
Awww... shucks Chris. :o
Thanks for the kind words my friend.
:bows:
Mike.
MM2004
10-13-2012, 05:07 AM
Tips look great! they sit just right past the bumper cover!
Thanks dude!
Once Tommy got both tips symmetrical, we then worked on the length, and what we felt looked the best.
I actually wanted them out just a tad further, and after looking closer, I went with his recommendation and he welded them up.
Again, I could not be more pleased!
Mike.
MM2004
10-13-2012, 05:08 AM
How much $$ did Rich @ cone eng give you to "endorse" this post? :p:p
Nah jk looks real good. What a difference from the stock.
Sent from my handheld Zack Morris iShoe 4S.
:lol:
Just trying to help any member sitting on the fence considering this mod.
;)
Mike.
MarauderMike
10-13-2012, 05:42 AM
What is the rest of the exhaust system on your car. I was hoping to go with 3.5" tips and delete the rear cats, but it doesn't look like the 3.5" tips are going to get a run based on orders so far. I'm looking to increase exhaust sound slightly.
MM2004
10-13-2012, 05:50 AM
What is the rest of the exhaust system on your car. I was hoping to go with 3.5" tips and delete the rear cats, but it doesn't look like the 3.5" tips are going to get a run based on orders so far. I'm looking to increase exhaust sound slightly.
My exhaust is 100% stock excluding the tips.
The exhaust note is slightly louder with a deeper tone that is noticed more at startup and idle.
Cruising around 55MPH in OD, it too sounds awesome!
Go with the 4" and don't look back.
:burnout:
Mike.
Ms. Denmark
10-13-2012, 06:26 AM
Bought mine awhile ago and still can't decide if I really want to install them. Not crazy about the way they look welded to the stock exhaust for one, I also prefer the look of the OEM angle which cannot be achieved on the 4" rolled edge and more importantly, if not installed correctly they can produce a cabin drone which I am unwilling to accept. Sometimes where the Marauder is concerned I find OEM is actually best.....but I guess nothing is in granite here so if I don't love them after install I could just sell. Anyway, thanks for the write up Mike and I'm glad it all worked out to your satisfaction. BTW the DTR looks awesome as ever!!
guspech750
10-13-2012, 06:50 AM
Bought mine awhile ago and still can't decide if I really want to install them. Not crazy about the way they look welded to the stock exhaust for one, I also prefer the look of the OEM angle which cannot be achieved on the 4" rolled edge and more importantly, if not installed correctly they can produce a cabin drone which I am unwilling to accept. Sometimes where the Marauder is concerned I find OEM is actually best.....but I guess nothing is in granite here so if I don't love them after install I could just sell. Anyway, thanks for the write up Mike and I'm glad it all worked out to your satisfaction. BTW the DTR looks awesome as ever!!
Maybe have the 4" tips welded to the stock exhaust manifold and have the sticking out of the hood?
;)
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DTR + 4.10's + Eaton swap = Wreeeeeeeeeeeeeeedom
1stMerc
10-13-2012, 06:53 AM
Bought mine awhile ago and still can't decide if I really want to install them. Not crazy about the way they look welded to the stock exhaust for one, I also prefer the look of the OEM angle which cannot be achieved on the 4" rolled edge and more importantly, if not installed correctly they can produce a cabin drone which I am unwilling to accept. Sometimes where the Marauder is concerned I find OEM is actually best.....but I guess nothing is in granite here so if I don't love them after install I could just sell. Anyway, thanks for the write up Mike and I'm glad it all worked out to your satisfaction. BTW the DTR looks awesome as ever!!
Paula, you can go the flange option on tail pipe and tip, if you don't like welds. Then you can just bolt on your taste in tips.
Ms. Denmark
10-13-2012, 06:58 AM
Paula, you can go the flange option on tail pipe and tip, if you don't like welds. Then you can just bolt on your taste in tips.
Thanks for the info Waymon!
MM2004
10-13-2012, 07:29 AM
Bought mine awhile ago and still can't decide if I really want to install them. Not crazy about the way they look welded to the stock exhaust for one, I also prefer the look of the OEM angle which cannot be achieved on the 4" rolled edge and more importantly, if not installed correctly they can produce a cabin drone which I am unwilling to accept. Sometimes where the Marauder is concerned I find OEM is actually best.....but I guess nothing is in granite here so if I don't love them after install I could just sell. Anyway, thanks for the write up Mike and I'm glad it all worked out to your satisfaction. BTW the DTR looks awesome as ever!!
Paula,
This mod may not be for eveyone, as I posted the pics for a comparison for the peeps considering pulling the trigger on this.
I am all about OEM. To a point.
IMHO, I cannot see how installing these "incorrectly" would create a cabin drone. :confused:
Again, these tips gave a richer, deeper tone, and slightly louder note.
;)
Mike.
PonyUP
10-13-2012, 08:00 AM
Congrats Mikey, glad you love them. 4 inch tips IMHO look a lot more aggressive and just make the car look meaner from the back
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Ms. Denmark
10-13-2012, 08:04 AM
Paula,
This mod may not be for eveyone, as I posted the pics for a comparison for the peeps considering pulling the trigger on this.
I am all about OEM. To a point.
IMHO, I cannot see how installing these "incorrectly" would create a cabin drone. :confused:
Again, these tips gave a richer, deeper tone, and slightly louder note.
;)
Mike.
Just going by what I heard from coneng: "They are not immediately interchangeable. The 4" have a 2.50" inlet whereas the 3.50" are meant to fit the OE or OE size exhaust systems which is 2.25". The 2.50" inlet is usually if they have swapped out for aftermarket at some point.
You can fab an adapter but be careful of developing a drone on the 4" on a 2.25" tailpipe. If you go that route we'd recommend extending a tailpipe into the tip a fair distance, to keep up the velocity of the exhaust pulse. The drone is caused when the pulse tries to fill up that big tip and begins to warble, if you paint the tailpipe black before installing tip you're not likely to notice.
In fact, this is a recommended idea for just about any rolled edge tip. If you look at a OE tip you usually see it done this way. Not necessary but it can save some headaches down the road. "
I do like that they are bigger and who doesn't like bigger.:D I'll prolly get off the fence one of these days and install them. They've only been sitting here for a year or so....
MM2004
10-13-2012, 08:11 AM
Just going by what I heard from coneng: "They are not immediately interchangeable. The 4" have a 2.50" inlet whereas the 3.50" are meant to fit the OE or OE size exhaust systems which is 2.25". The 2.50" inlet is usually if they have swapped out for aftermarket at some point.
You can fab an adapter but be careful of developing a drone on the 4" on a 2.25" tailpipe. If you go that route we'd recommend extending a tailpipe into the tip a fair distance, to keep up the velocity of the exhaust pulse. The drone is caused when the pulse tries to fill up that big tip and begins to warble, if you paint the tailpipe black before installing tip you're not likely to notice.
In fact, this is a recommended idea for just about any rolled edge tip. If you look at a OE tip you usually see it done this way. Not necessary but it can save some headaches down the road. "
I do like that they are bigger and who doesn't like bigger.:D I'll prolly get off the fence one of these days and install them. They've only been sitting here for a year or so....
(TWSS!) :lol:
If you do not have them installed by the time Louisville rolls around, or if you just want to wait until then..
I'll toss my keys to you and Eric.
Take it out and drive it for a while.
Then the 2 of you can decide what's best.
;)
Mike.
Ms. Denmark
10-13-2012, 08:25 AM
(TWSS!) :lol:
If you do not have them installed by the time Louisville rolls around, or if you just want to wait until then..
I'll toss my keys to you and Eric.
Take it out and drive it for a while.
Then the 2 of you can decide what's best.
;)
Mike. I like to toss em' up there so you guys can take a swing....:D
About your offer. Gee I thought you'd never ask! I WOULD LOVE TO DRIVE YOUR DTR! :bows: And believe it or not, I can actually make the decisions about what is best for MY Marauder..... except for the time Mr. Man told Zack to back down a bit on MY tune (that I loved the first time) and those brakes Mr. Man installed on MY car (that I'm only so-so about) and.....and well I will drive your car and decide on the tips all by myself! :D
Thank you!
MM2004
10-13-2012, 08:34 AM
I like to toss em' up there so you guys can take a swing....:D
About your offer. Gee I thought you'd never ask! I WOULD LOVE TO DRIVE YOUR DTR! :bows: And believe it or not, I can actually make the decisions about what is best for MY Marauder..... except for the time Mr. Man told Zack to back down a bit on MY tune (that I loved the first time) and those brakes Mr. Man installed on MY car (that I'm only so-so about) and.....and well I will drive your car and decide on the tips all by myself! :D
Thank you!
Awrighty then!
I'll throw YOU the keys so YOU can decide for YOURself what is best for YOUR MM.
:D
Better?
BTW... Be careful with her on the 1-2 shift...
If you're not straight, the ass-end wants to try and race the front-end since the JMod.
Yes, it hits THAT hard!
:burnout:
Mike.
guspech750
10-13-2012, 10:39 AM
I like to toss em' up there so you guys can take a swing....:D
About your offer. Gee I thought you'd never ask! I WOULD LOVE TO DRIVE YOUR DTR! :bows: And believe it or not, I can actually make the decisions about what is best for MY Marauder..... except for the time Mr. Man told Zack to back down a bit on MY tune (that I loved the first time) and those brakes Mr. Man installed on MY car (that I'm only so-so about) and.....and well I will drive your car and decide on the tips all by myself! :D
Thank you!
And then I'll throw you my keys so you can play with the Eaton swap. Then you can boost the mighty Silver Birch:burnout:
It's WIN WIN!
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DTR + 4.10's + Eaton swap = Wreeeeeeeeeeeeeeedom
Ms. Denmark
10-13-2012, 10:52 AM
And then I'll throw you my keys so you can play with the Eaton swap. Then you can boost the mighty Silver Birch:burnout:
It's WIN WIN!
Sent from my iPhone 4S
DTR + 4.10's + Eaton swap = Wreeeeeeeeeeeeeeedom
I will take you up on that Joe! With all the thrill rides to look forward to it will be like DisneyLand on steroids. Can't wait! Looseville here we come! :burnout:
Spectragod
10-13-2012, 12:47 PM
You idiot!
:lol:
That's after I put 26's on it.
:D
Mike.
You can do that mod to mine while you have it..............:rolleyes:
Your rear tires have waaaaaay too much tread, bolt those on my car too.:burnout:
PonyUP
10-13-2012, 05:03 PM
I will take you up on that Joe! With all the thrill rides to look forward to it will be like DisneyLand on steroids. Can't wait! Looseville here we come! :burnout:
And if you wanna try a Vortech in Looseville Paula, I'll throw ya my keys
BOOST!!!!!!!!!
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Ms. Denmark
10-13-2012, 06:23 PM
And if you wanna try a Vortech in Looseville Paula, I'll throw ya my keys
BOOST!!!!!!!!!
The Ice Bucket Approves of this message Woo Hoo!! Love to! Thank you Brad!!
Comin' in Hot
10-13-2012, 06:27 PM
Paula, I'm starting to feel like old news:alone:
MarauderMike
10-13-2012, 06:29 PM
My exhaust is 100% stock excluding the tips.
The exhaust note is slightly louder with a deeper tone that is noticed more at startup and idle.
Cruising around 55MPH in OD, it too sounds awesome!
Go with the 4" and don't look back.
:burnout:
Mike.
Did you extend tailpipes into the tips as suggested by Cone?
MM2004
10-13-2012, 06:44 PM
Uncertain how far they went into the tips?
If I had to guess, it ain't much.
Mike.
Ms. Denmark
10-13-2012, 08:24 PM
Paula, I'm starting to feel like old news:alone:
Oh no you are not Derek! Never! Your Trilogy and Vortech were my first and still first in my heart and I cannot wait to drive your 4:56s!!!!!:cool:
Mikes next mod!!! :D
http://i920.photobucket.com/albums/ad47/DOOMIE/F4F993F5-6C51-4B58-BC05-C86E18B7178C-547-0000007477AEFF74.jpg
http://i920.photobucket.com/albums/ad47/DOOMIE/37CD3440-6C1E-4DBD-A41F-29B08BE52D74-547-000000748340F09B.jpg
Vortech347
10-23-2012, 12:56 PM
Holy **** that is a clean car.
SC Cheesehead
10-23-2012, 12:59 PM
Mikes next mod!!! :D
http://i920.photobucket.com/albums/ad47/DOOMIE/F4F993F5-6C51-4B58-BC05-C86E18B7178C-547-0000007477AEFF74.jpg
http://i920.photobucket.com/albums/ad47/DOOMIE/37CD3440-6C1E-4DBD-A41F-29B08BE52D74-547-000000748340F09B.jpg
Mikey's version of a fart cannon? :dunno:
Mikey's version of a fart cannon? :dunno:
You know what they are! ;)
1stMerc
10-23-2012, 06:27 PM
Mikes next mod!!! :D
http://i920.photobucket.com/albums/ad47/DOOMIE/F4F993F5-6C51-4B58-BC05-C86E18B7178C-547-0000007477AEFF74.jpg
http://i920.photobucket.com/albums/ad47/DOOMIE/37CD3440-6C1E-4DBD-A41F-29B08BE52D74-547-000000748340F09B.jpg
Sho is purty...
MM2004
10-23-2012, 06:38 PM
Holy **** that is a clean car.
Thanks man!
I do my best, and loving the sound of the pipes!
:burnout:
Mike.
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