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Old 04-08-2008, 11:16 PM
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Default 3'' too big?

I think i've narrowed it down t the pypes exaaust with the street pro's or whatever they're called. But for a 350 with an 068 mildly ported #11 heads a performer and a 650 holley, would the 3'' be too big as in not enough backpressure or would it be fine? Thanks-Pat

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back pressure is bs..run the 3 inch

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Old 04-09-2008, 09:39 AM
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plan for the future of upgrades with an exhaust sysem with a lifetime warranty.

Get the 3 inch and street pros, its what I have.

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Old 04-09-2008, 10:32 AM
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Arrow 2.5" vs 3" exhaust system

Also be prepared for more cabin resonance w/ 3" exhaus; regardless of muffler choice. Personally, I like the BIG sound, but it can be annoying on a all day drive. The dividing line, performance wise, is around 475 fhp. If you plan to make less, stick w/ 2.5" pipes.

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I've got 3" on my 68 GTO that has 400 to 425 hp..... I'm going back to 2.5". With 3"... their louder and take up some room... at my horse power - doesn't do anything. I say a good 2.5" system with an X or H cross over.

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I have been pondering this for a while i have a 2.5 system with x pipe for my first gen firebird amnd I'mnot sure it's big enogh at around 435 hp??

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Some charts - for sizing (keep in mine "optimum" set ups)

http://www.angelfire.com/fl4/pontiac...xh.sizing.html

http://www.torquetechexh.com/whichsize.htm

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the larger the diameter tubing, the better for exhaust...I run a 3.5-inch exhaust with my 350 ci.

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So i guess ill just get a free flowing 2.5 w/ an X pipe. Are you serious about the 3.5 or is that a joke?

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See his avatar and signature: it's a digger............

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So i guess ill just get a free flowing 2.5 w/ an X pipe. Are you serious about the 3.5 or is that a joke?
I run a 3.5-inch exhaust on my street-legal Super Gas/Super Street car that has a 350 ci - I run mufflers, too. See for yourself.


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Thats BADASS! i think it might be overkill on my little lemans though...

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Thats BADASS! i think it might be overkill on my little lemans though...
Thanks! I would just try to go with the largest diameter exhaust that will fit. Oval tubing is also an option for a little additional clearance. Good luck and post some photos when you've got it installed.

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I say a good 2.5" system with an X or H cross over.
What he said....2.5" is more than enough.

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