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Are custom exhausts cheaper?
A common myth is that custom exhausts are cheaper than bolt-ons. This is untrue in the vast majority of cases. Having a shop replace the stock mufflers with 2 cheap low grade “custom” mufflers ($100) and then performing a $100 welding job may sound nice, but you shouldn’t expect any performance gains.
Are custom exhausts worth it?
By improving the airflow through the system and decreasing back pressure, aftermarket exhausts reduce the energy wasted in the system having to overcome these pressure problems. This leads to better fuel efficiency. Better sound: Aftermarket mufflers can significantly louden the sound of your engine.
Is aftermarket or custom exhaust better?
Custom is good when you want a low cost exhaust. You won’t know how is sounds, how loud it is, or how much power it makes. Aftermarket (like Stillen, Motordyne, etc) do cost more, but they have many hours of R&D, dyno testing to max gains, and generally better build quality & fitment.
Are Catback exhausts worth it?
Adding an aftermarket cat back exhaust can provide several benefits, the first of which is more power. If the stock cat’s can flow a large amount of exhaust gas with creating too much restriction, then a cat back exhaust system should offer a nice increase in power.
Do straight pipes add horsepower?
A straight pipe exhaust will reduce the amount of pressure that is put on an engine by exhaust gases, which will let an engine function better overall. You’ll see an increase in both horsepower and torque when you put a straight pipe exhaust into place.
How much does new exhaust cost?
Exhaust System Parts Costs. Most after-market exhaust companies offer four types of components: Cat-back exhaust systems – anywhere from $300 to $1200 – The final cost will depend on steel thickness and type, as well as muffler quality.
How much does an exhaust system tip cost?
High performance mufflers – $75-$300 – The quality of the muffler’s materials inside, as well as the type of steel and thickness used, impact the final price. Exhaust system tips – $25-$150 per tip – Almost all cat-back or axle-back systems include a quality exhaust tip.
How much does a custom muffler job cost?
Having a shop replace the stock mufflers with 2 cheap low grade “custom” mufflers ($100) and then performing a $100 welding job may sound nice, but you shouldn’t expect any performance gains. One may also ask, is aftermarket exhaust bad for engine?
How much does a cat back exhaust system cost?
Cat-back exhaust systems – anywhere from $300 to $1200 – The final cost will depend on steel thickness and type, as well as muffler quality. Axle-back exhaust systems – same as above.