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X-pipe installed, dissappointed with sound

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Old 07-11-2017, 08:20 PM
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Great sound!!
 
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Old 07-15-2017, 05:30 PM
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sounds amazing, i want it!

wonder if ita audible inside the car.

The sound is for me.
 
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Old 01-08-2021, 10:22 AM
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Originally Posted by steve_k_xk
As I see it you've got 4 options

a) modify original rear box (cheapest option)

b) xkr rear box upgrade (quads look unreal)

c) 200 cell cats (pricey although does free up hp 8-10whp on n/a engines)

d) velocityap rear exhaust (weight reduction, low cost and improved tone)

Being n/a I'd be leaning towards option C & D
And is it possible to modify the original valves of the xk?
 
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Old 01-08-2021, 10:24 AM
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And is it possible to modify the original valves of the xk?
 
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Old 01-08-2021, 10:41 AM
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This is an old thread,

I ended up deleting the rear box and it sounds amazing.

I'm sure its possible to rig the valve open but it would involve
cutting into the original exhaust.
 
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Old 01-08-2021, 10:43 AM
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[QUOTE = tarokyama; 2339047] Ceci est un vieux fil,

j'ai fini par supprimer la boîte arrière et cela semble incroyable.

Je suis sûr qu'il est possible d'ouvrir la valve, mais cela impliquerait de
couper l'échappement d'origine. [/ QUOTE]
No more box OK but the noise is bearable? And has the engine behavior changed because more back pressure, less torque or power?Commentaires
 
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Old 01-08-2021, 10:45 AM
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Cabin noise is bearable and not too bad however outside is on the louder side.
It did affect torque performance and I highly recommend getting a ECM tune if you delete your rear box.
 
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No more box OK but the noise is bearable? And has the engine behavior changed because more back pressure, less torque or power?

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Old 01-08-2021, 10:48 AM
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Originally Posted by tarokyama
Cabin noise is bearable and not too bad however outside is on the louder side.
It did affect torque performance and I highly recommend getting a ECM tune if you delete your rear box.
👍🏻Thank you
 
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