What do you guys think? I found a borla catback for $125 locally. I'm wondering if I should do that instead of a more expensive axleback system route. Take note that I'll have to have it installed, I'm moving so my tools= gone. I wonder how much it would be to have a catback installed, since I hear you have to cut the pipe off.

Anywas, opinions welcome.

 

i don't think the install shouldn't cost that much cut it off and weld on the cat back system

i just wish they made an cat back system for the xA

 

So you think catback over the axleback?

 

Midas charged me something like $48 to install a custom bolt on exhaust system. They had to cut the old one off, so I would guess your cost would be around that price to. If its a true cat back, I would jump on it for that price. Just make sure the parts are still in good shape.

 

Thanks, I guess I'll get it then.

 

Damn, it was sold when I called the guy back. Oh well. In terms of axlebacks, what does everyone think of Strup?

 

i was told that for these engines an axleback is the way to go. a catback wont relatively do anything, unless you have a super charger or a turbo setup. From the two an axleback is the easier route to go. Why do you think that no one has made a full catback for these engines? I would go with JiC or RSR, or maybe even a Kenstyle from bulletproofautomotive.

 

A catback is better if you don't go over 2 1/4 in pipe size, I went with 2 inch and I feel the difference. I haven't dynoed it but pulling against another xb with same mod but mine cat and other axle felt a lot different. Shout out thanx Rich for the testing!

 

Good job on the 2" exhaust. I did a right up when I first joined, that talked about the different flow abilities of the different sizes. It would be best to run 2" until you get up into the 125hp+ range, where the 2.25" would help out more with the top end.

 

Well, now that I won't be getting that catback deal, I'm going to stick with the axleback. Anyone have some opinions on Strup?

 

Seems like a good set up. Not sure if I would really fork out $400 on 4hp though. I my self will be getting a exhaust from gabe (stylis). They are like $280 or so shipped

 

I bought a Megan racing muffler and just had the guys weld 2" piping cat back, it only cost me like $120 altogether.

 

I don't know where you got that number. The Strup is $285. Plus the sponsor guy is busting out 5% off for Scionlife members.

 

That is some funny ____. When I posted that post, the cost from partshippers was still listed @ $378.00, but I see its now on sale

 

Might I interest you in a PrecisionMuffler.com axle back.


The price on this bad boy is $270.00 :D
http://www.precisionmuffler.com/id93.htm

 

i just put a strup axle back on my xb and it was the best thing ive done to my car so far. just the way it looks is worth the money but sound is fantastic and performance is like 4hp so its not all that big of a deal.

def. recommended

 

Stylis, to be honest, my exhaust choice is between your axleback or the Strup. I'm getting as many unbiased opinions as I can to accurately gauge which I should buy.

BTW do you have a clip yet of someone revving with your auto axleback? It's hard to hear it in that clip of it idling.

 

getting a magnaflow cat back system installed today, I'll post a review when I get back.

 

got the catback, and damn is it nice. Very nice tone, and loud. I wouldn't recommend it if you don't like exhaust noise though, as it's pretty audible in the cabin.

 

i want this bad boy....