I am looking to upgrade my exhaust system , is there any particular system that performs better than the others or are they all about the same ?

I am looking to upgrade my exhaust system , is there any particular system that performs better than the others or are they all about the same ?

Corsa just made a system that will ship mid-January. I'll keep you posted.

corsa? sheeeyit it will prolly be like 1000+ im thinkin ill just cut the suitcase off and put an 8 inch glasspak on there

Here are a few i know of,there will be more manufactures im sure as time goes by.
Myself im waiting for a system thats worth its cost.

Borla

Billy Boat

The H3 Source (sma system ?)

Stylinconcepts (magnaflow)

Teaka Toys (GLH System)

The Billy Boat system is the one sold by SMA. We've put one on, had a lot of issues getting it put on correctly, and it just didn't have the right sound. The Corsa will be expensive, but I think it'll be worth it.

One other thing to keep in mind about exhausts... can't tell you how many times I saw trailer hitches get banged around last time I was out. If you offroad... chrome exhaust nozzels are cool, and look great. But if they are not tucked under... where nobody can see em... they may get pancaked. I totally underated those advertised clearance angles.

Tony I have the SMA exhaust and I like it alot.I can confirm that the exhaust Tips will get damaged when off-roading.The last time at Sunday River back in October I did bend my Tip a little bit.I would highly recommend staying away from Teaky Toys they are crazy on thier prices.You should keep in mind that there will be some inside cabin noise.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by tony d:
I am looking to upgrade my exhaust system , is there any particular system that performs better than the others or are they all about the same ? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
To Answer your question. All of the systems pretty much perform the same,maybe a slight change in note per system,but they flow pretty much the same.of course each manufacture will claim otherwise. WannabeH3 was jokeing (i think?)about the glass pack,but the truth is The pack flows even better.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by aggiehummer...er:
The Billy Boat system is the one sold by SMA. We've put one on, had a lot of issues getting it put on correctly, and it just didn't have the right sound. The Corsa will be expensive, but I think it'll be worth it. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Aggiehummer - please let us know when you get to try a Corsa system on a H3.

thanks,
Steve

This System Looks Cool as well.

Zoomers Thread.

So far a lot of speculation about exhaust systems.

Other than some good feedback about the SMA exhaust by a half dozen H3 owners, the rest has been less than useful.

Maybe we can get some real feedback on the Corsa system.

S.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Edspad:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by tony d:
I am looking to upgrade my exhaust system , is there any particular system that performs better than the others or are they all about the same ? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
WannabeH3 was jokeing (i think?)about the glass pack,but the truth is The pack flows even better. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
Oh no im not jokin haha i did that on a v6 car and it sounded great! and only cost 50 bucks! im scared to do it to the h3 tho just in case it sucks with the 5 banger... i dunno how easy it is to re-put on the suitcase after you cut it off.... or if it messes with any sensors..

We also ordered the GM exhaust kit for the H3 today, it was just made available for order. It was designed by Borla. I'm planning on taking sound samples and putting them on our website at 1000, 3000, and 5000 rpm for each exhaust system we offer as well, to help everyone out.

do you have the gm part# for the exhaust system made by borla ?

Hi, Zoomers exhaust has recently inquired about becoming a supporting vendor here and we hope to up and running soon...Would anyone be interested in testing the New Zoomers Cat-Back for the forums? We'd make it worth your while...Please contact me or post here if your interested. Or if you'd like call me so we can discuss the details. Ron 866-4ZOOMERS

http://www.zoomersexhaust.com/H3/default.htm

Yea, It sound good. I'll try it. How much?

Hell yeah... I need something now to compensate for a bent frame.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by First Hummer:
Tony I have the SMA exhaust and I like it alot.I can confirm that the exhaust Tips will get damaged when off-roading.The last time at Sunday River back in October I did bend my Tip a little bit.I would highly recommend staying away from Teaky Toys they are crazy on thier prices.You should keep in mind that there will be some inside cabin noise. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

First Hummer:

1. Did you go back to stock intake?
2. If so, how is the sound now with your SMA exhaust?

I drove the dealers H3 with both SMA intake and SMA exhaust installed and I thought a lot of noise was coming from the front (intake).

thanks,
Steve

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by wannabeH3:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Edspad:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by tony d:
I am looking to upgrade my exhaust system , is there any particular system that performs better than the others or are they all about the same ? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
WannabeH3 was jokeing (i think?)about the glass pack,but the truth is The pack flows even better. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
Oh no im not jokin haha i did that on a v6 car and it sounded great! and only cost 50 bucks! im scared to do it to the h3 tho just in case it sucks with the 5 banger... i dunno how easy it is to re-put on the suitcase after you cut it off.... or if it messes with any sensors.. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
Yea packs do sound great. Nothing like straight through Exhaust, here's a wav file of my 93-mustang gt with Dynomax RV glass packs. The packs lasted about 3 years before they burned out, add 3-inch chrome Cannons.
93 mustang gt wav.

If my H3 sounded like that then it would be packs for sure,but im afraid of sounding more like the ups truck..

I was looking at one of the Colorado truck forums and found these video's with sound. The guy has used a Flowmaster 50 Delta flow series. As we know the Colorado truck has the same I-5 engine.

http://coloradofans.com/viewtopic.ph...ight=soundclip

What do you think? I can always ask a local muffler shop to make a custom exhaust.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by H3Eric:
I was looking at one of the Colorado truck forums and found these video's with sound. The guy has used a Flowmaster 50 Delta flow series. As we know the Colorado truck has the same I-5 engine.

http://coloradofans.com/viewtopic.ph...ight=soundclip

What do you think? I can always ask a local muffler shop to make a custom exhaust. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Cool Link H3Eric, that doesnt sound bad at all.
How would you mount that? forward where the front Res would be or in the back with a short drop off tail pipe like the factory ?

I think you could mount it the same way as the one in the zoomers exhaust pictures earlier in this thread.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by hmrlvr:
Yea, It sound good. I'll try it. How much? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Can you PM me and I'll give you the details. Or if you'd like give me a call 949-919-3240 Ron

Aren't all these exhaust systems just a different muffler, some piping and a couple "TIPS". A muffler for $100.00 and two tips at $50 each with a muffler shop welding it all together shouldn't be more than $250 or $300 bucks. Am I missing something? The dyno charts all pretty much look the same to me (not that I know what they mean). I will be upgrading my exhaust but at what price? Am I just paying for a pretty package when I buy the system complete? And, these tips will be torn off or at least damaged with any sort of offroading except maybe fireroads.

hmrlvr-

Dude! I completely agree. If we are talking about power, a flowmaster Series 50 w/single exhaust installed by Midas with 2-1/2" alumaweld pipe will give you as good performance + they can bend it wherever you want (out of the way of the rocks too!). Why spend $1k or higher on exhaust. I'd rather spend $300 on exhaust, skip the cold air intake (with the goopy oil-filled, clog-your MAP sensor K&N filter), get nicer tires, a nice brush guard, and merge BEHIND that porsche on the freeway instead of racing to get in front of them.

Too many damn wannabes on this damn forum. Makes me want to go back to NAXJA. Of course, that's the holiday beer talking, but whatever...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by hmrlvr:
Aren't all these exhaust systems just a different muffler, some piping and a couple "TIPS". A muffler for $100.00 and two tips at $50 each with a muffler shop welding it all together shouldn't be more than $250 or $300 bucks. Am I missing something? The dyno charts all pretty much look the same to me (not that I know what they mean). I will be upgrading my exhaust but at what price? Am I just paying for a pretty package when I buy the system complete? And, these tips will be torn off or at least damaged with any sort of offroading except maybe fireroads. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Ive never bought a kit before,ive always known a good shop. Any good shops in vegas? maybe I will try the Flowmaster 50 Delta flow series?

Has anyone tried the Magnaflow exhaust system, part number 16630? or heard of anyone that has?

Maybe it is just me but I didn't like the soundclip of the Magnaflow exhaust on their website.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by evldave:

Too many damn wannabes on this damn forum. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>


what the duece!!!!

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by trail humper:
Has anyone tried the Magnaflow exhaust system, part number 16630? or heard of anyone that has? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

I just had the Magnaflow system installed on Tuesday. The shop said it was a piece of cake to install and the fit and finish is great. I wasn't sure about it just based on the sound clips on the Magnaflow website but now that it's on I like it so far. It sounds much better than it did stock. They also installed an AirRaid intake and between the two there is a little more low end power.

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I just had the Magnaflow system installed on Tuesday. The shop said it was a piece of cake to install and the fit and finish is great. I wasn't sure about it just based on the sound clips on the Magnaflow website but now that it's on I like it so far. It sounds much better than it did stock. They also installed an AirRaid intake and between the two there is a little more low end power.[/quote]

Pictures and Sound files Please..share share

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Edspad:
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I just had the Magnaflow system installed on Tuesday. The shop said it was a piece of cake to install and the fit and finish is great. I wasn't sure about it just based on the sound clips on the Magnaflow website but now that it's on I like it so far. It sounds much better than it did stock. They also installed an AirRaid intake and between the two there is a little more low end power.[/quote]

Pictures and Sound files Please..share share [/quote]

I'll take some pics tomorrow and post them tomorrow night. I can take some video with sound but don't have anywhere to host it.

For the flowmaster video's I used http://www.dayvideos.com. You can upload for free

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">magnaflow) </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
How does this one sound? Deep, or like a little Honda Civic

TA8088: I will host it for you send it to Kturney@memorialhealth.org I will put it on my webserver

If anyone is interested in one of your fellow members first impressions of his new Zoomers Exhaust here you go... Thread below:


http://elcova.com/groupee/forums/a/t...5/m/1131036151

If I get Zoomer Exhaust do I need to get an air intake

also where can I get Zoomer Exhaust I am looked around and utl

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Klint:
If I get Zoomer Exhaust do I need to get an air intake </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

We recommend at least a high flow filter like a drop in K&N to help more air into the intake. The theory is more air out more air in. If you want Zoomers give me a call... Ron 949-916-3240