Magnaflow Catback SS Exhaust - Now Available
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Nope I'm talking about the tip size. I meant the Injen axleback, not the headerback. It sound like a fart cannon. The RRM is a Magnaflow, same as this one. Works is just a piece of pipe. I'm talking about some of the actual "ricey" ones out there. The 4 1/2 - 5 inch tips. This one sounds anything but ricey imo.
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As far as I know the GReddy TiC, HKS, Injen axle/cat back all feature a 3 3/4" - 4" tip size so the Magnaflow is in line with those. The difference being that a couple of the above tend to sound like an obnoxious fart cannon.
The WORKS exhaust is the only one that comes to mind, which uses a smaller tip size but then again its a tad too loud as well. IMO this one fits in under the bumper very subtley and doesn't protrude out at all. More importantly for me, doesn't attract unwanted attention like some of the above mentioned fart cannons would.
The WORKS exhaust is the only one that comes to mind, which uses a smaller tip size but then again its a tad too loud as well. IMO this one fits in under the bumper very subtley and doesn't protrude out at all. More importantly for me, doesn't attract unwanted attention like some of the above mentioned fart cannons would.
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Exactly why I went and bought this magnaflow catback exhaust. Can't wait to get it on.
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Just arrived back from getting the Magnaflow catback exhaust installed in Okotoks. I was really happy that this install didn't take too long. It was a complete and easy bolt-on process, so for an experienced mechanical shop (Miller Automotive), it took them less than 1 hour to take out the old axleback exhaust, install the new catback system and the rear RRM anti-sway bar kit and have me on my merry way. My mechanic was very impressed how everything lined up perfectly, and with the whole install there wasn't any glitches to it.
Old RRM Axleback exhaust
New Magnaflow catback
Starting it back up and rolling it out of the shop, I did notice a nice little growl upon turning the key and revving the engine a few times. Nice thing was that it wasn't really loud like my RRM axleback, more like a nice purr than a deep droning sound. At idle, you couldn't notice if you had an aftermarket exhaust at all.
I also like the fact that while the tip is bigger than stock and very noticeable, it's tucked nicely (and linning up perfectly!) in the bumper cutout for the factory exhaust. Unlike the RRM axleback, the tip on the Magnaflow doesn't stick out too far past the edge of the bumper (see pics), giving it more of a stock look (thank god).
I loved opening this car up on the highway back to Calgary. You could certainly hear the exhaust when you put your foot to the floor and had the rpm's 3000 or higher. But when driving at a constant speed, it was a little quieter than what I was used to from the RRM model. I never felt the need to turn the radio up to drown out the noise, and it reminded me of the day I first drove it off the dealer lot.
Overall, I was extremely impressed for a few reasons.
One, the look gave it a "stock" feel to it. Would be hard to tell if it was an aftermarket exhaust by an intial glance from someone who wouldn't know a thing about cars.
Two, the installation factor. I love bolt-on products. It makes it simple and easy for the newbie or for someone who may not spend his free time wrenching under the hood of their vehicle. This catback system lined up exactly as it should and caused no headaches or grief whatsoever. The only thing to be careful about would be where you would cut the stock piping when taking out the stock exhaust.
This mod was definitely worth the money ($500 +) and added the most value IMO. Anyone who is looking to do a complete exhaust system and isn't worried about dollars and cents, I'd highly recommend it.
Just arrived back from getting the Magnaflow catback exhaust installed in Okotoks. I was really happy that this install didn't take too long. It was a complete and easy bolt-on process, so for an experienced mechanical shop (Miller Automotive), it took them less than 1 hour to take out the old axleback exhaust, install the new catback system and the rear RRM anti-sway bar kit and have me on my merry way. My mechanic was very impressed how everything lined up perfectly, and with the whole install there wasn't any glitches to it.
Old RRM Axleback exhaust
New Magnaflow catback
Starting it back up and rolling it out of the shop, I did notice a nice little growl upon turning the key and revving the engine a few times. Nice thing was that it wasn't really loud like my RRM axleback, more like a nice purr than a deep droning sound. At idle, you couldn't notice if you had an aftermarket exhaust at all.
I also like the fact that while the tip is bigger than stock and very noticeable, it's tucked nicely (and linning up perfectly!) in the bumper cutout for the factory exhaust. Unlike the RRM axleback, the tip on the Magnaflow doesn't stick out too far past the edge of the bumper (see pics), giving it more of a stock look (thank god).
I loved opening this car up on the highway back to Calgary. You could certainly hear the exhaust when you put your foot to the floor and had the rpm's 3000 or higher. But when driving at a constant speed, it was a little quieter than what I was used to from the RRM model. I never felt the need to turn the radio up to drown out the noise, and it reminded me of the day I first drove it off the dealer lot.
Overall, I was extremely impressed for a few reasons.
One, the look gave it a "stock" feel to it. Would be hard to tell if it was an aftermarket exhaust by an intial glance from someone who wouldn't know a thing about cars.
Two, the installation factor. I love bolt-on products. It makes it simple and easy for the newbie or for someone who may not spend his free time wrenching under the hood of their vehicle. This catback system lined up exactly as it should and caused no headaches or grief whatsoever. The only thing to be careful about would be where you would cut the stock piping when taking out the stock exhaust.
This mod was definitely worth the money ($500 +) and added the most value IMO. Anyone who is looking to do a complete exhaust system and isn't worried about dollars and cents, I'd highly recommend it.
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The black finish on the RRM model basically had all chipped off way before the snow started falling here.
Like I said before to anyone who wants to buy an exhaust, buck up and pay a little more and you'll be glad you did.
Like I said before to anyone who wants to buy an exhaust, buck up and pay a little more and you'll be glad you did.