[jakmobile]

I'm looking to upgrade the stock exhaust and really like the look of the dual pipes. What other manufacturers are there besides Borla? Pics? Gains?

Thanks!

 

[jakmobile]

I'll take that as a no?

 

[Pops]

The Borla is the best Dual setup that I know of because it fits identical to OEM underneath so no customization is needed. I haven't seen anything else as nice yet.

 

[Jus-10]

How's This?

 

[jakmobile]

Looks good, I'm just not a fan of the pipes coming out from behind the wheels. Thanks for the pics tho!

 

[Blatant]

How funny, I'm currently looking at exhaust systems also both dual and single and I don't like the looks of duals under the bumper- just on cars. There are some good threads on exhaust both hp/tq gains and soundbits so just search around a little bit.

 

[eurohazard]

The dual exhaust that exits out the side is useful for those that tow a travel trailer. It keeps the hot exhaust off of the face of the TT while towing for hours on end.

My favorite "style" though would be a clean setup with a dual straight exit through a roll pan. Some one did one here, and it looked OK.

 

[Zire]

Hello everyone...

Okay, I've been fumbling with the whole 'dual exhaust' issue and there is one thing I just can't get over... with the Borla system, doesn't the dual exhaust cut down on your clearance height?

Call me picky, but I can't seem to get over this issue. I'm considering going with a single side exhaust as a result. Any input / opinions / corrections to my thoughts would be greatly appreciated.

Here, I've added the picture link from the Borla website to better illustrate what I'm talking about:
http://www.borla.com/products/prod_window.aspx?image=/media/prod_images/vehicle_xlarge/140088.jpg

... Or, Borla's website re: the Armada is here:
http://www.borla.com/applications/l...ada/SEStainless_Steel_Cat-Back_System/140088/

Thanks!

~ Zire

 

[armadadd]

It will be hot if that exhaust came out on the side of the side steps like the
Mercedez G55 AMG..

 

[eurohazard]

Hello everyone...

Okay, I've been fumbling with the whole 'dual exhaust' issue and there is one thing I just can't get over... with the Borla system, doesn't the dual exhaust cut down on your clearance height?

Call me picky, but I can't seem to get over this issue. I'm considering going with a single side exhaust as a result. Any input / opinions / corrections to my thoughts would be greatly appreciated.

Here, I've added the picture link from the Borla website to better illustrate what I'm talking about:
http://www.borla.com/products/prod_window.aspx?image=/media/prod_images/vehicle_xlarge/140088.jpg

... Or, Borla's website re: the Armada is here:
http://www.borla.com/applications/lookup.aspx/2005/Nissan/Armada/SEStainless_Steel_Cat-Back_System/140088/

Thanks!

~ Zire

You're right. I was thinking the same thing as you, plus more. I really wanted the Borla at one time. The ground clearance is reduced slightly, and so is the rear departure angle it looks like.

The thing that locked in my decision against the Borla was the fact it isn't a true dual exhaust. It has a Y-pipe like the factory that brings the two bank's exhausts together, then brings them to one tube, and then splits again. I understand the Armada's underpinnings are difficult to work around with the IRS, and rear air compressor (for those with auto-leveling), the spare tire, and hitch etc.......but I felt the price was far too much for the dual "look" exhaust.

Actually taking a look at it (after not seeing the pics in a while) it might actually be a real dual exhaust. The pic shows them sharing a muffler, which is OK due to packaging reasons.....but it also seems there is no Y-pipe. I think I was wrong on my 1st thought.

 

[Joe_c]

You're right. I was thinking the same thing as you, plus more. I really wanted the Borla at one time. The ground clearance is reduced slightly, and so is the rear departure angle it looks like.

The thing that locked in my decision against the Borla was the fact it isn't a true dual exhaust. It has a Y-pipe like the factory that brings the two bank's exhausts together, then brings them to one tube, and then splits again. I understand the Armada's underpinnings are difficult to work around with the IRS, and rear air compressor (for those with auto-leveling), the spare tire, and hitch etc.......but I felt the price was far too much for the dual "look" exhaust.

Actually taking a look at it (after not seeing the pics in a while) it might actually be a real dual exhaust. The pic shows them sharing a muffler, which is OK due to packaging reasons.....but it also seems there is no Y-pipe. I think I was wrong on my 1st thought.

Hey Eurohazard your right on the second look there is no Y pipe the only thing that joins them pipes ir the Muffler heres a pic of my setup b4 install

 

[Zire]

eurohazard... like you, I was leaning towards the Borla at one time, but have since drifted away from it. I'm still thinking, especially after looking at those Borla pictures again, of going with a single side exhaust.

The Gibson, for half the price, picks up almost the same HP gain... I'm leaning that-a-way. Althought I'd prefer dual... the HP is what I'm really after.

Thanks for the input!

~ Zire

 

[eurohazard]

Joe C--thanks for the confirmation....your pics are better than Borla's!

Zire....for the record I bought Gibson's single-side-swept galvanized aluminum exhaust. I like the way it sounds, and I like the fact that it looks factory (I kept the chrome tip off for the "sleeper" look). But I will honestly say, I am not impressed with the fitting. Every single joint leaks. I had to get it welded, because the clamps are garbage.

 

[roxx]

Tony what dual exhaust did you go with? I REALLY like the side dual exhaust and to me it looks stock. Really sharp!

 

[eurohazard]

I just have the single Gibson....I never went to duals. But it was something I thought hard about.

And I agree, the dual side-exiting exhaust looks pretty cool too! (Jus-10's)

 

[Jus-10]

Thanks Eurohazard. A lot of the trucks and large SUVs here in Hawaii run my setup. I thought about going straight out the back but I didn't care for the look and the exhaust tone wasn't the same as going side dual.
There was a big difference in HP after installing the exhaust. The only bad thing I did was I installed my air filter about the same time as my exhaust so I can't really tell how much HP each added individually.

 

[madafan]

If you are interested in dual exhaust, IMO you should go to a local muffler shop and have them design and install exactly what you want. Thats what I did and it looks great has no ground clearance issues as others do, no leaks as it was all welded and costs a whole lot less!

 

[kcbrake]

If you are interested in dual exhaust, IMO you should go to a local muffler shop and have them design and install exactly what you want. Thats what I did and it looks great has no ground clearance issues as others do, no leaks as it was all welded and costs a whole lot less!

Hey Steve.....how much did you spend for your dual exhaust?

 

[Zire]

Joe C--thanks for the confirmation....your pics are better than Borla's!

Zire....for the record I bought Gibson's single-side-swept galvanized aluminum exhaust. I like the way it sounds, and I like the fact that it looks factory (I kept the chrome tip off for the "sleeper" look). But I will honestly say, I am not impressed with the fitting. Every single joint leaks. I had to get it welded, because the clamps are garbage.

eurohazard....

Thanks for the heads-up! The Gibson just came in today from Burtman Industries... looking forward to hooking it up this weekend. I'll keep a careful eye on those joint leak and clamp issues!! Thanks again!!

~ Zire

 

[madafan]

Hey Steve.....how much did you spend for your dual exhaust?

The exhaust cost me $250 installed and another $100 for the magnaflow muffler installed. Total project was $350 and I love it!