5.0 Exhaust Thread - Page 5 - Ford Explorer Ranger Enthusiasts "Serious Explorations"®

**410Fortune** · 05-03-2007, 01:09 PM

no argument here at all

the difference would be minimal and to really test my smaller outlet pipe theory we would need a dyno anyways hahaha

the IAC kit actually solved my idle problems 100%! I will put that in my explorer thread, thanks for reminding me

I live in the denver area, so yeah I am kinda off I-70 but not in Summit county, where are you gonna visit?

Xan · 05-24-2007, 03:31 PM

Ok so what i am getting is http://www.magnaflow.com/02product/s...ne=main&id=436 and running two pipes out the back if you look at the notes it says Tru-X Perforated Core which its like a X pipe inside the muffler so i'll be keeping my low end and geting cool looks. i don't think i need too much extra flow really cause i think this and geting it tuned by my fav dyno guy is all i'm gonna do preformance wise.

yeah its a pain in the butt to run it out the back but i'm just gonna make a little cover for my spare tire and throw it in the back infront or next to my subs, this should leave us plenty of room to keep it away from the fuel lines too. I don't like the spare tire down there any way then you can't see my rancho shocks or the chrome cover i'm gonna put on my rear end

DixieOnMyMind59 · 05-24-2007, 09:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Xan

Ok so what i am getting is http://www.magnaflow.com/02product/s...ne=main&id=436 and running two pipes out the back if you look at the notes it says Tru-X Perforated Core which its like a X pipe inside the muffler so i'll be keeping my low end and geting cool looks.

When are you getting this done? I almost got that same exact muffler put on my X...they had it on the lift and everything then the guy realized that it wouldn't fit with my side exit setup. I just got a lot of graduation money today (i graduated highschool today...go c/o 2007!!) and i get paid tomorrow so i think i may get my "true" magnaflow x-pipe put on tomorrow along with my Mac mufflers and get it ran out the back.

I WANT TO BE THE FIRST WITH AN X-PIPE!! lol

Thanks,
Colton

01 limited · 05-25-2007, 01:50 AM

Let mw know how i turns out with the x-pipe. I was planning on doing the same. Has anybody in ca. removed the rear cats and passed smog?

NitrousJunky · 05-25-2007, 01:57 AM

Looking at where you located I would guess that you don't have strict emissions where your at......
If that is the case loose the 4 cats buy some 02 simulators to stop from throwing codes and put a 2.5" true dual system with a pair of SpinTech mufflers. They sound and flow better than Flowmasters.
3" inch is TOO BIG!!! Unless you have done a cam swap that you didn't list your loose MAJOR low end torque by putting that big of pipe.

Evan with the true 2.5" to see the total benefit you REALLY need a custom tune on the computer after you have it installed.

I might be new to this site but trust me i can build power thats what I do for a living.

Xan · 05-31-2007, 08:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DixieOnMyMind59

When are you getting this done? I almost got that same exact muffler put on my X...they had it on the lift and everything then the guy realized that it wouldn't fit with my side exit setup. I just got a lot of graduation money today (i graduated highschool today...go c/o 2007!!) and i get paid tomorrow so i think i may get my "true" magnaflow x-pipe put on tomorrow along with my Mac mufflers and get it ran out the back.

I WANT TO BE THE FIRST WITH AN X-PIPE!! lol

Thanks,
Colton

Well i got it done yesterday, But its so freaking rainy outside i can't take pictures, it looks pretty cool, and sounds even better. I just need to buy some big chrome tips now

DixieOnMyMind59 · 06-01-2007, 01:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Xan

Well i got it done yesterday, But its so freaking rainy outside i can't take pictures, it looks pretty cool, and sounds even better. I just need to buy some big chrome tips now

Awesome.....

I got mine done last Friday and i made some videos as well but i do not like the sound at all - i am embarrassed to post the videos....its way too quiet with the mufflers that i have. I am going to get dual Flowmaster 10 Series single chamber mufflers put on this weekend. Once i save up for the headers, this thing will sound awesome.

Heres the video...

Click here to see Video

98blk5.0 · 06-01-2007, 01:36 AM

^^^Man sounded so much better before

DixieOnMyMind59 · 06-01-2007, 08:36 AM

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Originally Posted by 98blk5.0

^^^Man sounded so much better before

Yea, it did. But im pretty sure that the Flowmaster single chamber muffles (10 series) that i am going to get will bring the volume back and give it a mean-ass sound.

Just to show you how much louder they are, check out this Mustang Cobra with the single chamber flows....

Click here to see Video

Xan · 06-01-2007, 04:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DixieOnMyMind59

Yea, it did. But im pretty sure that the Flowmaster single chamber muffles (10 series) that i am going to get will bring the volume back and give it a mean-ass sound.

Just to show you how much louder they are, check out this Mustang Cobra with the single chamber flows....

Click here to see Video

uhh what the hell that sounded gross kinda like a fart can echo

Xan · 06-01-2007, 04:42 PM

ok so here it is, granted i still need to buy some tips, i just don't know what i want to put on there yet. (ill post more picks of under the truck when its nicer out) but its 2.5inch pipe it was fun to get the bends right to be able to run both pipes

can't even see it says magnaflow on there =(

*justin146* · 06-01-2007, 04:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DixieOnMyMind59

Awesome.....

I got mine done last Friday and i made some videos as well but i do not like the sound at all - i am embarrassed to post the videos....its way too quiet with the mufflers that i have. I am going to get dual Flowmaster 10 Series single chamber mufflers put on this weekend. Once i save up for the headers, this thing will sound awesome.

Heres the video...

Click here to see Video

I dont understand why it is so quiet- Heck, mine is louder than that with 4 cats and a turbo...

Xan · 06-01-2007, 04:58 PM

hmm i really din't want super loud exhaust, i drive on the interstates and highways alot so its just annoying out here

UKExploder · 06-01-2007, 06:19 PM

Best sound = side exit, w/small, short glasspacks {Cherry Bombs}w/2.5" to 3" pipes after mufflers......IMO

UKExploder · 06-01-2007, 06:21 PM

I have a 1st gen. I'm gonna do this exhaust setup with & see how it sounds..

.....loved it on my 400 C.I. V8..

....haven't redone any exhaust systems completely since then.....

.......(see posting # 94)

DixieOnMyMind59 · 06-01-2007, 08:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Xan

uhh what the hell that sounded gross kinda like a fart can echo

You have to take into account that certain sound frequencies can't be picked up by some video cameras. I have heard that same muffler setup in person and it has a lot more bass to it and it sounds 10x's better in person. We'll see.....

Xan · 06-02-2007, 02:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DixieOnMyMind59

You have to take into account that certain sound frequencies can't be picked up by some video cameras. I have heard that same muffler setup in person and it has a lot more bass to it and it sounds 10x's better in person. We'll see.....

well if it sounds anything like that i think you're screwing your self out of some money unless you want to sound like a ricer

Cali' Explorer · 06-06-2007, 11:58 AM

Hey Guys-
Thought I'd throw in my setup. I've got a '97 5.0 AWD.

I'm presently running a Magnaflow Dual 2.5" inlet, Single 3" outlet with an immediate turn down (dumped right before the rear axle). This muffler is a straight through muffle and damn long, about 2.5 feet long. I have run this explorer with the stock setup, no muffler, and then this setup. I can say this is definitely a nice setup.

At idle and low RPM, it gives a nice mellow rumble, but nothing terribly obnoxious (a little louder than the 50 series Flowmaster I ran on my old 4.0 SOHC). When you really step on it, it definitely gets throaty, but it sounds more like a race muffler than a 40-Series flowmaster on a V8. Flowmasters are definitely "Louder" in my opinion. The thing I like about it is that if you're not on the throttle, it quiets down at higher RPM's, but if you get into it, it wakes up. The best part is, with the turn down the way it is, you barely hear anything while driving (except at idle/low RPM where you feel it more than hear it). From outside, its got a very deep sound. I can hear it rumbling from a good 2 blocks away, but its not obnoxious... its sound from a distance is as mellow as its sound up close, it just carries well.

With all this said, I do agree with 410, I did lose some low end after installing this muffler. On the flip side, it really opened up at higher RPM (read above 3,000 RPM). I bet that going with a 2.75" outlet (and a longer tube than I have) would probably add just enough backpressure to gain back some of the lost torque.

Below are some pics. I took some videos with my Digicam, but the sound is so much of a "Feel", that the camera barely picks it up. I will try to get something better to post for the sound side of it.

**Turdle** · 06-06-2007, 02:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cali' Explorer

Hey Guys-
Thought I'd throw in my setup. I've got a '97 5.0 AWD.

I'm presently running a Magnaflow Dual 2.5" inlet, Single 3" outlet with an immediate turn down (dumped right before the rear axle). This muffler is a straight through muffle and damn long, about 2.5 feet long. I have run this explorer with the stock setup, no muffler, and then this setup. I can say this is definitely a nice setup.

At idle and low RPM, it gives a nice mellow rumble, but nothing terribly obnoxious (a little louder than the 50 series Flowmaster I ran on my old 4.0 SOHC). When you really step on it, it definitely gets throaty, but it sounds more like a race muffler than a 40-Series flowmaster on a V8. Flowmasters are definitely "Louder" in my opinion. The thing I like about it is that if you're not on the throttle, it quiets down at higher RPM's, but if you get into it, it wakes up. The best part is, with the turn down the way it is, you barely hear anything while driving (except at idle/low RPM where you feel it more than hear it). From outside, its got a very deep sound. I can hear it rumbling from a good 2 blocks away, but its not obnoxious... its sound from a distance is as mellow as its sound up close, it just carries well.

With all this said, I do agree with 410, I did lose some low end after installing this muffler. On the flip side, it really opened up at higher RPM (read above 3,000 RPM). I bet that going with a 2.75" outlet (and a longer tube than I have) would probably add just enough backpressure to gain back some of the lost torque.

Below are some pics. I took some videos with my Digicam, but the sound is so much of a "Feel", that the camera barely picks it up. I will try to get something better to post for the sound side of it.

Hey Steve. Good to hear from you!

Cali' Explorer · 06-06-2007, 08:46 PM

Yep man, its been a while. School was killing me this semester, so I had to back off on "fun" stuff for a while, but now I'm back, haha.

Time to start looking for a 4406 for the X.

View Poll Results: Best exhaust for modded 5.0 Explorer-Mountaineer
Dual exit with flowmaster-	65	40.12%
Dual exit with thrush turbo	13	8.02%
Single exit 70 series 2.5" tailpipe-rear cats removed	25	15.43%
Single exit with 3" tailpipe-rear cats removed	25	15.43%
Other--please specify in post	34	20.99%
Voters: 162. You may not vote on this poll

05-03-2007, 01:09 PM	#81
410Fortune ELITE BRONCO2ERER Crawlorado B2 Mod Join Date: Aug 2000 Posts: 21,976 Vehicle Specs	no argument here at all the difference would be minimal and to really test my smaller outlet pipe theory we would need a dyno anyways hahaha the IAC kit actually solved my idle problems 100%! I will put that in my explorer thread, thanks for reminding me I live in the denver area, so yeah I am kinda off I-70 but not in Summit county, where are you gonna visit? __________________ 96 Explorer daily driver build-1996 XLT 5.0L AWD to 4x4 conversion complete on 33's 88 BII 5.0L conversion - BII 5.0l drivetrain thread My Bronco II - 1988 Bronco II 4x4 V8 on 35's - registry and updates Wifes 07 FJ build - 2007 FJ cruiser locked and lifted

06-01-2007, 01:36 AM	#88
98blk5.0 Wannabe Elite Explorer AZ Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 80 Vehicle Specs	^^^Man sounded so much better before __________________ 98 5.0 AWD with 31x10.50 BFG's FOR SALE $2500!! http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/...d.php?t=189143

06-01-2007, 06:19 PM	#94
UKExploder Wannabe Elite Explorer near Liverpool,in the Wirral {England} 1994 Limited, US spec. Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 864 Vehicle Specs	Best sound = side exit, w/small, short glasspacks {Cherry Bombs}w/2.5" to 3" pipes after mufflers......IMO __________________ 1994 Limited 4x4,(full sized)US spec., 4.0L, automatic, dual side exit exhaust w/glasspacks Life is what you make it, so make it good for yourself.

06-01-2007, 06:21 PM	#95
UKExploder Wannabe Elite Explorer near Liverpool,in the Wirral {England} 1994 Limited, US spec. Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 864 Vehicle Specs	I have a 1st gen. I'm gonna do this exhaust setup with & see how it sounds.......loved it on my 400 C.I. V8......haven't redone any exhaust systems completely since then............(see posting # 94) __________________ 1994 Limited 4x4,(full sized)US spec., 4.0L, automatic, dual side exit exhaust w/glasspacks Life is what you make it, so make it good for yourself. Last edited by UKExploder; 06-01-2007 at 06:23 PM. Reason: addition

05-24-2007, 03:31 PM	#82
Xan B Lincoln, NE 01, mountaneer Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 802 Vehicle Specs	Ok so what i am getting is http://www.magnaflow.com/02product/s...ne=main&id=436 and running two pipes out the back if you look at the notes it says Tru-X Perforated Core which its like a X pipe inside the muffler so i'll be keeping my low end and geting cool looks. i don't think i need too much extra flow really cause i think this and geting it tuned by my fav dyno guy is all i'm gonna do preformance wise. yeah its a pain in the butt to run it out the back but i'm just gonna make a little cover for my spare tire and throw it in the back infront or next to my subs, this should leave us plenty of room to keep it away from the fuel lines too. I don't like the spare tire down there any way then you can't see my rancho shocks or the chrome cover i'm gonna put on my rear end

05-25-2007, 01:50 AM	#84
01 limited Wannabe Elite Explorer Fremont Ca. 01 limited Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 7 Vehicle Specs	Let mw know how i turns out with the x-pipe. I was planning on doing the same. Has anybody in ca. removed the rear cats and passed smog?

05-25-2007, 01:57 AM	#85
NitrousJunky Wannabe Elite Explorer AZ-CALI 99 5.0 Explorer Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 11 Vehicle Specs	Looking at where you located I would guess that you don't have strict emissions where your at...... If that is the case loose the 4 cats buy some 02 simulators to stop from throwing codes and put a 2.5" true dual system with a pair of SpinTech mufflers. They sound and flow better than Flowmasters. 3" inch is TOO BIG!!! Unless you have done a cam swap that you didn't list your loose MAJOR low end torque by putting that big of pipe. Evan with the true 2.5" to see the total benefit you REALLY need a custom tune on the computer after you have it installed. I might be new to this site but trust me i can build power thats what I do for a living.

06-01-2007, 04:42 PM	#91
Xan B Lincoln, NE 01, mountaneer Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 802 Vehicle Specs	ok so here it is, granted i still need to buy some tips, i just don't know what i want to put on there yet. (ill post more picks of under the truck when its nicer out) but its 2.5inch pipe it was fun to get the bends right to be able to run both pipes can't even see it says magnaflow on there =(

06-01-2007, 04:58 PM	#93
Xan B Lincoln, NE 01, mountaneer Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 802 Vehicle Specs	hmm i really din't want super loud exhaust, i drive on the interstates and highways alot so its just annoying out here

06-06-2007, 11:58 AM	#98
Cali' Explorer Wannabe Elite Explorer Sacramento, CA '97 XLT 5.0 Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 466 Vehicle Specs	Hey Guys- Thought I'd throw in my setup. I've got a '97 5.0 AWD. I'm presently running a Magnaflow Dual 2.5" inlet, Single 3" outlet with an immediate turn down (dumped right before the rear axle). This muffler is a straight through muffle and damn long, about 2.5 feet long. I have run this explorer with the stock setup, no muffler, and then this setup. I can say this is definitely a nice setup. At idle and low RPM, it gives a nice mellow rumble, but nothing terribly obnoxious (a little louder than the 50 series Flowmaster I ran on my old 4.0 SOHC). When you really step on it, it definitely gets throaty, but it sounds more like a race muffler than a 40-Series flowmaster on a V8. Flowmasters are definitely "Louder" in my opinion. The thing I like about it is that if you're not on the throttle, it quiets down at higher RPM's, but if you get into it, it wakes up. The best part is, with the turn down the way it is, you barely hear anything while driving (except at idle/low RPM where you feel it more than hear it). From outside, its got a very deep sound. I can hear it rumbling from a good 2 blocks away, but its not obnoxious... its sound from a distance is as mellow as its sound up close, it just carries well. With all this said, I do agree with 410, I did lose some low end after installing this muffler. On the flip side, it really opened up at higher RPM (read above 3,000 RPM). I bet that going with a 2.75" outlet (and a longer tube than I have) would probably add just enough backpressure to gain back some of the lost torque. Below are some pics. I took some videos with my Digicam, but the sound is so much of a "Feel", that the camera barely picks it up. I will try to get something better to post for the sound side of it. __________________ Steven West '97 Ford Explorer XLT, V8 (5.0), AT, 2WD (Soon to be 4WD) Last edited by Cali' Explorer; 11-09-2008 at 01:21 AM.

06-06-2007, 08:46 PM	#100
Cali' Explorer Wannabe Elite Explorer Sacramento, CA '97 XLT 5.0 Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 466 Vehicle Specs	Yep man, its been a while. School was killing me this semester, so I had to back off on "fun" stuff for a while, but now I'm back, haha. Time to start looking for a 4406 for the X. __________________ Steven West '97 Ford Explorer XLT, V8 (5.0), AT, 2WD (Soon to be 4WD)