Cat-back for 1500

MarkD · April 25, 2002

I need to replace the muffler in my 99 K1500 and was looking at the various cat-back systems out there.

What does everyone have/recommend? I want something that will sound docile, but "heavy". I do not want any resonance in the cab.

I want something to complement the authority of the K&N FIPK 4-barrell sound.

I am currently saving for a set of "The Other Guys Headers" and I don't want something that is already loud with the factory manifolds.

Thanks

MarkD · April 25, 2002

Anyone???

silverado man · April 25, 2002

The flowmaster American Thunder series would compliment the FIPK really nicely. I don't have it but will soon, but have heard it and has a nice deep tone to it.

GoFaSSter · April 25, 2002

On my '90 I have a Borla cat-back. It has a real nice sound and has no resonance. I always got resonance on other trucks with Flowmasters. Although, Flowmaster has a lot of new products out lately.

ekonk · April 25, 2002

I've heard Gibson makes a good system that is a bit throatier than stock, but not overwhelming. Keep in mind, I've HEARD that, I don't have any first hand experience with it.

Greg · April 25, 2002

I have a Gibson catback with a UPD induction. I think it is a nice combination. If you want more sound "authority", Flowmaster may be the way to go. However, some have reported a loss of low end torque with Flowmaster. That is one of the reasons I went with Gibson. I've gained a pit of power across the the useful rev spectrum.