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Old Mar 24, 2011 | 12:51 AM
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depending on the downpipe you my not need to change anything but some require changing the cab seem. i noticed a decrease in EGTs and seemed to have more throttle responce also noticed more exhaust noise.
 
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Old Mar 24, 2011 | 01:22 AM
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i'd rip out the old dp in a hurr either way
 
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Old Mar 24, 2011 | 07:08 AM
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Originally Posted by twinboys
3" downpipe may only require the cab seam to be bent down.
I was reading something about this cab seam needing to be pounded. Thanks for the input.

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depending on the downpipe you my not need to change anything but some require changing the cab seem. i noticed a decrease in EGTs and seemed to have more throttle responce also noticed more exhaust noise.
Thanks for the input joebob

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i'd rip out the old dp in a hurr either way
Thats the plan, I'm waiting for you to hook me up with a 3" bus dp though
 
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Old Mar 26, 2011 | 05:50 PM
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Do the Downpipe... Factory downpipe is so restrictive, its pathetic...

You will need to make room for the aftermarket downpipe. Nothing a crowbar can't take care of. If you aren't willing to do that, rent a port-a-power and make room for it that way. It's easier than you think.
 
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Old Mar 26, 2011 | 06:00 PM
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Do you think a DP would be more affective than a full exhaust minus the DP? IE, should I do a DP then do the rest of the exhaust?
 
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Old Mar 26, 2011 | 06:02 PM
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You can do that If you want...

IMO, Exhaust kits are cheap enough, just do it all at once...
 
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Old Mar 26, 2011 | 06:03 PM
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That would certainly be optimal I suppose... I'm trying to segment my mods though and share them with my Volkswagen haha
 
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Old Mar 26, 2011 | 06:07 PM
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Exhaust, intake, gauges, chip... Then drive it and smile.
 
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Old Mar 26, 2011 | 06:22 PM
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Thats the plan
 
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Old Jul 4, 2012 | 11:17 PM
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Originally Posted by 95powersmoker
Do the Downpipe... Factory downpipe is so restrictive, its pathetic...

You will need to make room for the aftermarket downpipe. Nothing a crowbar can't take care of. If you aren't willing to do that, rent a port-a-power and make room for it that way. It's easier than you think.
what is the best way to "adjust" the firewall after the pipe is installed and REALLY DONT WANNA TAKE IT BACK OUT?
 
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