07-05-2012 | #161 |
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Re: OBX cat-back exhaust
Tom - I have a LT4 resonator in my garage that can easily replace your restrictive LT5 resonator. It does not neck down and is 2.5"+ internally. I myself have driven an OBX exhaust car and thought it was perfect low deep burble rumble, no resonance, quiet at cruise, not too loud compromise. $65 for the LT4 resonator if you are interested?
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Nothing wrong with being out in left field or different, at least you did not bring up the bus story........lol. I think different strokes for different folks is what is it all about in this hobby. Thank God that not all of our cars sound the same. We have more Ferraris and high end cars running around here in Yokohama (even more in Tokyo) and I know what you mean the unique and badass sound. Some old school folks would hate that sound. Our LT5s do have a sound of its own, especially at WOT in the near redline that is music to our ears that we can all agree on. Craig
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07-05-2012 | #164 |
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Re: OBX cat-back exhaust
Tom,
You need to come out to the Corvette Challenge in September to listen to some of the LT5 exhaust playing w C6s. Let's see what you think then!
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07-06-2012 | #165 |
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Re: OBX cat-back exhaust
...But, but Left field is where the buses don't run Craig!
Bert, I hear ya. I was looking for an LT4 resonator, and then I bought the OBX system on impulse. I figured if I really didn't like it I might just graft in the OBX resonator to the stock system and try it that way; or just put the OBX on and use my OE mufflers. I like the blacked out look at the back of my 90. I'd have to think about your offer. I'll let you know. Dom, I think I may have to do a mapquest. I figure it's about the same as me driving to BG from NY? I have to see how things fall at work, and I have to save some vacation time to go see the parents in FLA at Christmas. Tom
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07-06-2012 | #166 |
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Re: OBX cat-back exhaust
Tom,
As long as you weren't on the short yellow bus................ Scott, Thanks and I can't wait to get this emissions testing over (pass or fail) so I can put the headers back on and install the new SW X pipe, Dynomax mufflers and Pypes tips to so how it all works and sounds. Craig
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Oh, yea the short one is mine....they handle better in the sweepers and the chicanes!
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07-07-2012 | #168 |
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Re: OBX cat-back exhaust
When you go in for the next test let us know how close it comes.
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07-07-2012 | #169 |
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Re: OBX cat-back exhaust
Tom,
Thanks for the wishes and you're a really funny guy. Scott, Thanks, but it does not seem there will be another test after the news I received today. I still have some air/vacuum leak on the right side throwing off the O2 sensor and running lean from what I am told. I think I'm giving up already with trying to pass. On another note to not hijack this thread. I helped a guy with an LT1 C4 here bring in an OBX cat-back system today and it actually is a pretty nice system for the price. I guess it could not be done in the US for that price and seems to be of pretty good quality; I was quite surprised.
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07-09-2012 | #170 |
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Re: OBX cat-back exhaust
Wazoo helped to install the OBX cat back exhaust on my 1991 ZR-1, and the installation and fit was textbook perfect. Here are some videos from both outside and inside the car... I am completely satisfied with the quality, look and sound - to me OBX exhaust strikes the perfect balance in terms of deep V8 rumble, quiet drone free cruising in 5th and 6th. The LT5 finally sings the exact song you expect from a an exotic.
My car seems to pull harder in the midrange and part throttle, and just feels all around more willing to rev. Sorry for the rattle in these videos, as I haven't yet determined where to mount new Go Pro camera, so I held it on the steering wheel - Outside car: http://youtu.be/9Btec_YDAfs Quiet Inside Car 5th and 6th gear: http://youtu.be/ombFvmCN4rQ 3rd gear Acceleration!: http://youtu.be/92GdQfD5udM This exhaust is an absolute steal, and you won't regret purchasing it!
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