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GM Borla kit modified for side exits


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So I wanted a left and right side exit and liked the sound of the GM Borla kit for the 6.2. So I came up with a compromise. I bought 2 Flowmaster stainless 2.25 45 degree bends and Summit brand 2.25 to 3 inch tips. I installed the Borla kit as per directions and then lopped off the tail pipes right before they make the final bend straight to the back.

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trimmed the 45's to make the new tail pipes.

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I was going to leave enough to expand the ends to do a lap weld but frustration with the cheap pipe expander and all the exhaust shops being closed caused me to use a butt weld. Since my welds were ugly to me I broke out the grinder, die grinder and some sand paper of varying grits and smoothed them out. I like the look better as the tailpipes look as one piece. Ill get a side view and maybe a few more in the daylight today.

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Some photos from the side in daylight.

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