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Old 03-24-2006, 12:21 AM
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Whats the difference between a catback exhaust system and a axleback? I got a V6 and i bought the MRT axleback, but whats the difference between a axle back and catback? Sorry im a little automobile illeterate lol, im tryna learn tho
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Old 03-24-2006, 12:27 AM
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Cat back includes all the piping (usually with an X or H). Axle back is just the mufflers. If you're staying single exhaust you just need an axle back.
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Old 03-24-2006, 03:11 AM
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ha yeah I was wondering that too, Im guessing axleback refers to everything behind the rear axle and catback is everything behind the catalytic coverter?
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Old 03-24-2006, 08:55 AM
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Cat back includes all the piping (usually with an X or H). Axle back is just the mufflers. If you're staying single exhaust you just need an axle back.

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Old 03-24-2006, 01:19 PM
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Well now another question is the MRT axleback exhaust street legal. I dont want the cops pulling me over for that dumb stuff.
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ha yeah I was wondering that too, Im guessing axleback refers to everything behind the rear axle and catback is everything behind the catalytic coverter?
exactly
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Old 03-24-2006, 01:39 PM
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Well now another question is the MRT axleback exhaust street legal. I dont want the cops pulling me over for that dumb stuff.
Pretty sure it's street legal, it's loud and all, but not THAT loud. You should be just fine.
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Old 03-24-2006, 02:57 PM
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ha yeah I was wondering that too, Im guessing axleback refers to everything behind the rear axle and catback is everything behind the catalytic coverter?
exactly
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