Anyone using Magnaflow cat back #16888?

jafir

jafir

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I think one of the usual parts guys, Marty I think, just sold one of these used. Perhaps whoever bought it can comment on how they like it.
 
jwest

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I've had the Borla version on since 2006 so I've forgotten how it sounded but it's definitely louder than my stock 96 disco. the borla is sometimes annoying on the 8 hour highway drive but otherwise i like it just fine.
 
Cozy41EF

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I've had this on for about 6 months. It has a rumble to it, and I'm sure I'm getting AT LEAST .1 mpg better gas milage.

I wouldn't say it's too loud, I like it. Be careful when you install it, there is a seat belt bolt that sticks down and if you are not careful you'll get a rattle.

I bought mine off eBay, listed them by price including shipping, then make an offer below that and they took it.
 
Brianawd

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I picked up the used one Marty was selling. Its louder then stock but not to bad. Has a nice deep tone. It just make the V8 sound like it should. This exhaust teamed up with some headers and high flow cats will sound great.
 
Windycity_Rover

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I picked up the entire system off the 'Bay from 2 different sellers for $860.00 (16888-$460.00 & 93689-$420.00) Sold the Cats for $220.00 to a scrap dealer online. It is louder than stock but not bad. I had no problems fitting the whole thing. I think the two sellers were liquidating inventory as they accepted my best offers & are no longer around.
 
Windycity_Rover

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I picked up the entire system off the 'Bay from 2 different sellers for $880.00 (16888-$460.00 & 93689-$420.00) Sold the Cats for $220.00 to a scrap dealer online. It is louder than stock but not bad. I had no problems fitting the whole thing. I think the two sellers were liquidating inventory as they accepted my best offers & are no longer around.
 
Roverfire

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Windycity_Rover said:
I picked up the entire system off the 'Bay from 2 different sellers for $880.00 (16888-$460.00 & 93689-$420.00) Sold the Cats for $220.00 to a scrap dealer online. It is louder than stock but not bad. I had no problems fitting the whole thing. I think the two sellers were liquidating inventory as they accepted my best offers & are no longer around.
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Bought one today for $474 shipped. How was the install?
 
Roverfire

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The one I originally ordered was out of stock and they cancelled the order. I found another place online for $3 less. It should be here tomorrow. If the weather cooperates I'll try and get it installed early next week. I'll also post a sound clip.
 
kennith

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It's kind of funny, but I've never actually heard my exhaust from outside the vehicle, minus a few throttle blips, as nobody else is allowed to drive it.

If I let someone to take the wheel for a couple of passes down the street I'd actually know what it sounds like. That would feel very strange...

Cheers,

Kennith
 
crown14

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I am running an off the shelf 3" magnaflow in the middle with no rear box and it sounds perfect. I just went to my exhaust guy and spent $200. But if you don't have anyone local you can trust to do a good job then I guess a $600 cat back is OK.
 
Roverfire

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crown14 said:
I am running an off the shelf 3" magnaflow in the middle with no rear box and it sounds perfect. I just went to my exhaust guy and spent $200. But if you don't have anyone local you can trust to do a good job then I guess a $600 cat back is OK.
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$600 was too expensive but I can live with a full SS mandrel bent cat back exhaust for $471. It should be the last exhaust I will have to put on the vehicle.
 
fishEH

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kennith said:
It's kind of funny, but I've never actually heard my exhaust from outside the vehicle, minus a few throttle blips, as nobody else is allowed to drive it.

If I let someone to take the wheel for a couple of passes down the street I'd actually know what it sounds like. That would feel very strange...

Cheers,

Kennith
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My wife drives my truck when there is no other option, but I like it. I think she looks hot driving it and I get to admire my truck. ;)
 
Roverfire

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Finally had some nice weather to install the exhaust. Here are some pics and videos. Headphones or decent speakers work best for the sound clips.
New vs old


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