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Old Sep 13, 2004 | 12:23 AM
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you guys probably get this alot but i was wondering what the difference between an X pip and a H pipe, i know it's how they are shaped but what is the difference in how the exhaust is deported. which is better and why?
Old Sep 13, 2004 | 01:19 AM
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an X pipe is just that, a pipe shaped like an X. it flows gases more directly, and gives more power up top. an H pipe is shaped like an H and gives better low end power.

X pipe flows better and gives a nascar like sound, and is ideal for 4.6 engines.

H pipe is more of a classic muscle car sound, and works great for 5.0s.

just pick the one you want.
Old Sep 13, 2004 | 01:33 AM
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Yep, you'll only really notice the X-pipe at like 3,500 rpms and then you'll be impressed!

My next great idea: If magnaflow doesn't replace my X-pipes, I'm going to have thee cats cut out and gutted, then have them be modular, so I can have real cats on with 4 u-bolts, and hollowed ones fro the track/shows on in a few seconds!
Old Sep 13, 2004 | 03:42 AM
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h-pipe sounds better, x-pipe gives you a couple of extra hp at the top end. go with the h-pipe
Old Sep 13, 2004 | 01:15 PM
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I disagree... The H-pipe may be a little deeper, but the X's aren't far behnind and are MUCH better in the higher RPMS...

If you want the best of both worlds you could go pro-chamber.
Old Sep 13, 2004 | 03:01 PM
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i don't like how the x pipe sounds, h pipes sound more muscle, x's, to me, sound more like ferrari exhaust. but thats me. thanks for the info guys.
Old Sep 18, 2004 | 10:53 AM
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check out how a DR. GAS X-PIPE sounds....sounds exactly like a h pipe, dr gas + flows = orgasm (thats the setup im going with). Dr. Gas use to have a video of a bunch of mustangs passing by with all different exhaust combos that really didnt sound any different and you could tell the mustang with X pipe cuz it was deeper and way more aggressive IMO it was an awesome video

http://www.mustangexhaust.com/sounds...02%20chmbr.mp3
http://www.mustangexhaust.com/sounds...2%20chmbr2.mp3
http://www.mustangexhaust.com/sounds...02%20chmbr.mp3
http://www.mustangexhaust.com/sounds...2%20chmbr2.mp3
Old Oct 10, 2004 | 02:22 AM
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Could anyone give me their opinion about these three exhaust systems. I have been looking over exhaust systems but can not decide which will be a better choice for my 04 gt. Ive been looking at the magnaflow catbacks, Steeda catbacks, SLP Loudmouth cats, and flowmasters. It will be great to hear your opinions, i appreciate it.
Old Oct 10, 2004 | 03:09 AM
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before you get a cat back get an x-pipe, h-pipe or some headers. It will still sound pretty decent until you finish it off.
Old Oct 17, 2004 | 05:42 PM
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I've got a roush with side exhaust, an off-road x-pipe, and single chamber flowmasters. It's loud as crap and sounds sweet. It has a deep sound with a looong idle. I'd definitely recommend the x-pipe.



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