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Moderators, feel free to move this topic, but I didn't want to post in a specific section. A lot of folks could have an input here.

 

It's time for a new cat-back on my truck. I want something that will deliver a little bit better low-end performance(if possible), but I don't want much noise. The funds just aren't there for headers and a complete system or for intake mods. I hear a lot about Flowmasters, and some talk around about Borla systems. Money is somewhat of a concern here. I don't mind paying top dollar for something that will last, but I am limited. The stock system has lasted 7 years. I can't complain about that at all, but I'm hoping there are some long-lasting aftermarket systems that will help out my gas mileage woes some.

Thanks in advance

Friz

Shaners Senior Enthusiast

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I had a Borla system on one of my trucks.  It was super high quality (1,000,000 mile warranty).

 

Not too loud but pricey!!!

SteveSierra Enthusiast

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I had 2 Gibson setups.  One on a 99 Tahoe 5.7 Vortec and the other on an 01 Z71(5.3).  I had stainless steel on the 99.  IMO, Gibson has it nailed down if you're looking for minimal noise and a superb flowing muffler.  If you look through the Gibson, it flows straight through with little fins on the inside of the muffler.  I guess these fins are what lessen the noise factor while giving you a better flow of a straight through design.  I never noticed any loss in low end with their setups.  Their stainless steel shorty headers on the other hand, again, IMO, left a lot to be desired.  

A friend of mine has a aluminized Gibson catback on his 95 Tahoe and it sounds good.

There are so many choices out there though, just keep doing what you're doing now and get opinions from many different people.  That's what I did with my 99 Tahoe before I settled on the Gibson.  It was a snap to install too!  :devil:

bassdog Enthusiast

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Gotta go with Steve on this one, Gibson is a good product and fairly easy to install with two people.It's not too loud but you know it's there.

Guest Friz

Guest Friz

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This thread can stay.

 

 

...As long as I can call you Lieutenant Da-an. :devil: j\k

Should I begin calling you Forest? :D

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