What's the best exhaust system to buy?
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What's the best exhaust system to buy?
Hey guys ,im new to the jaguar world i have a 2010 jaguar xk convertible portfolio,
Was thinking about changing the exhaust system, something to make it sound more aggressive then the factory system. was wondering whats the best exhaust system to buy or is anyone selling one. Thanks an advance
Was thinking about changing the exhaust system, something to make it sound more aggressive then the factory system. was wondering whats the best exhaust system to buy or is anyone selling one. Thanks an advance
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Another, less expensive, alternative, is to find an XKR owner that has upgraded to an aftermarket exhaust, and purchase their no longer needed back-box.
Swapping your XK back-box, for the XKR back-box, is a fairly simple swap, although you will need to also change your rear valence as well, as the quad tips require a narrower valence.
You get a great look, and a more aggressive sound, as you now have essentially eliminated the rear muffler (the diverter valves are spring loaded to the open position, and you don't have the vacuum source to close them).
I've read that the XK with the XKR back-box is actually louder than the XKR, as the XK only has a single center silencer (XKR has 2), and the XK has a higher compression ratio.
All I can say, is my 4.2L XK with an XKR back-box, puts a smile on my face.
There are no other (e.g. engine) mods necessary.
Swapping your XK back-box, for the XKR back-box, is a fairly simple swap, although you will need to also change your rear valence as well, as the quad tips require a narrower valence.
You get a great look, and a more aggressive sound, as you now have essentially eliminated the rear muffler (the diverter valves are spring loaded to the open position, and you don't have the vacuum source to close them).
I've read that the XK with the XKR back-box is actually louder than the XKR, as the XK only has a single center silencer (XKR has 2), and the XK has a higher compression ratio.
All I can say, is my 4.2L XK with an XKR back-box, puts a smile on my face.
There are no other (e.g. engine) mods necessary.
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Also keep an eye on eBay, they pop up there from time to time as well.
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First off I want to say thank you guys for showing a lot of love to the new member to the Jag team , I want my jag to be really nice out here in New York gotta thank everyone for helping me make this work ..
Guille- please PM me, IM INTERESTED , if your willing to part with it let's talk Numbers
Kj07xk- thanks bro, see how fast word get around in it might save me some money.
Ralphwg- by having a 5.0 does that mean I don't have to modify anything as for engine.. just exhaust in GO
Guille- please PM me, IM INTERESTED , if your willing to part with it let's talk Numbers
Kj07xk- thanks bro, see how fast word get around in it might save me some money.
Ralphwg- by having a 5.0 does that mean I don't have to modify anything as for engine.. just exhaust in GO
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With exhausts (regardless of the car) it tends to be "you get what you pay for" and if you do buy a top end exhaust, they hold their value pretty well should you decide to revert it before trading your car in. Also, you need a valance as mentioned if you are going to quad pipes.
Shame as the XK muffler is quite nice looking and Jaguar is known for a quieter engine, but who wants a quiet engine sports car?
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Seems quicker off the line, less constrained. But then maybe its just the sound effects, and that big grin on my face is blocking all other senses.
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Rockaway Naye - The ETG tune I referred to is an electronic tune that is "customized" to your particular vehicle. ETG is located in Beverly Hills, CA. There contact information is as follows: US Head Office: 9107 Wilshire Boulevard Suite 450, Beverly Hills, CA 90210. Telephone (877) 813 9700.
Ask for Jag Gills. Their website is ECU Tuning Group | We are North America's leading tuner.
I don't know if they have dealer in your area. And, they are a member of this forum. Good luck.
Ask for Jag Gills. Their website is ECU Tuning Group | We are North America's leading tuner.
I don't know if they have dealer in your area. And, they are a member of this forum. Good luck.
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Hey guys ,im new to the jaguar world i have a 2010 jaguar xk convertible portfolio,
Was thinking about changing the exhaust system, something to make it sound more aggressive then the factory system. was wondering whats the best exhaust system to buy or is anyone selling one. Thanks an advance
Was thinking about changing the exhaust system, something to make it sound more aggressive then the factory system. was wondering whats the best exhaust system to buy or is anyone selling one. Thanks an advance
Here's the Mina Gallery exhaust on my 2007 4.2 NA. If you listen with headphones, you'll be able to hear the depth of the sound. Cheap computer speakers don't do it justice. And the system's appearance is beautiful, polished stainless. I'm constantly getting compliments on the car's sound.
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Here is an excellent video explaining exhaust systems: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RWTA...channel=/DRIVE
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Here's the Mina Gallery exhaust on my 2007 4.2 NA. If you listen with headphones, you'll be able to hear the depth of the sound. Cheap computer speakers don't do it justice. And the system's appearance is beautiful, polished stainless. I'm constantly getting compliments on the car's sound.
https://www.facebook.com/doersch/vid...14400913189862
https://www.facebook.com/doersch/vid...14400913189862
does it come with the valence?
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whats the best exhaust system to buy
Like kj07xk I have done the same on mine I have a n/a 4.2 then fitted up the xkr rear box as we have no vacuum hooked up to the diaphragm the valves stay open permanently I'd try this first before spending a lot of funds on aftermarket product. Also in terns of performance the jaguar exhaust is extremely well designed and free-flowing the main restriction is actually lies within the standard cats ..
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