How will a V6 4.0 X Sound with a mod. Exhaust

NoLimits C.C. · 06-03-2003, 01:42 PM

I have been thinking of upgrading my exhaust. But I only want a very small sounding low muffle sound. I have not heard a V6 with either straight pipes or a Borla Exhaust. I dont want anthing that will sound like an import car or a big V8 sound. I want a sound that is like a factory 5.0 mustang. Is this possible with the V6 I have

Alec · 06-03-2003, 02:08 PM

I'd try a larger size 2.5" in/out Magnaflow muffler, 2.5" resonator, and 2.5" tailpipe.

**james t** · 06-03-2003, 02:13 PM

you can get it to sound good, but im sorry to say it will never sound like a 5.0 mustang. you may get it close at idle, but you just cant make a V6 sound like a V8 no matter what you do. with that said-

ive heard a 4.0 OHV with a 50 series flowmaster, and it sounded really good. fairly mellow, and sounded somewhat like a stock V8 at idle.

**JDraper** · 06-03-2003, 03:28 PM

The audio with this video will show you what Spas's 4.0 X with a modified exhaust sounds like.
http://people.hofstra.edu/staff/mat...n/Spasburn1.wmv

*X24* · 06-03-2003, 03:40 PM

Jeff, that link doesnt work for some reason.

HERE are a bunch of vids of my truck and some of Spas' truck. Both have the SOHC with a flowmaster 50. Her's is a single out and mine is dual out.

If you want something quieter you might want to think about a flowmaster 70 series.

STANN · 06-03-2003, 04:13 PM

I copied my post from another thread, it might get more attention here....
Ok, rather than start another "exhaust advice" thread, i figure i'll add a bit to this....
Ok, I think I have ruled out going for a dual exhuast, split at the muffler. My reasoning is: a dual split at the muffler gives you no appreciable power gains, just looks. And then that extra piping is just more weight to haul around. So....single exit exhaust it is....
(Is that assumption correct??)
Now, for my real question....should i have the exhaust exit at the rear, in the stock location, but parallel to the ground OR, have it exit just in front of the passenger's side rear wheel, side pipe style? I dont want to look like I am pretending to have something i dont (a fast truck), I just want to avoid a somewhat "unbalanced" look to the truck, like "where'd his other pipe go?"
Sorry for the long post....

**JDraper** · 06-04-2003, 10:21 AM

You might want to check your state's laws about exit points. Some states require that the exhaust NOT exit in front of the rear wheel. I'd have it exit out the rear personally.

STANN · 06-04-2003, 06:29 PM

Good point about the laws, hadn't even thought of that...
I think I am leaning towards just having it exit out the back

NoLimits C.C. · 06-04-2003, 08:41 PM

Thanks for all your info guys, I will be going for the new exhaust soon.

06-03-2003, 01:42 PM	#1
NoLimits C.C. Wannabe Elite Explorer Southern IL 1998 Eddie Bauer Join Date: Sep 2002 Posts: 65 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	How will a V6 4.0 X Sound with a mod. Exhaust I have been thinking of upgrading my exhaust. But I only want a very small sounding low muffle sound. I have not heard a V6 with either straight pipes or a Borla Exhaust. I dont want anthing that will sound like an import car or a big V8 sound. I want a sound that is like a factory 5.0 mustang. Is this possible with the V6 I have __________________ my X www.cardomain.com/id/sqstereo My X is 4-SALE 1998 Eddie Bauer, bright burnt amber custom paint, 18" Mondera Rims, Toyo Tires, Billet Grill, Clear Corners, Clear Taillights, Custom Wing, Hood Scoops, Custom Interior with Bucket Rear Seats, Custom Fiberglass Audio System with Rockford Fosgate, Eclipse, Boston Pro, Audio Control and Accele DVD - USAC Stereo Competitor.

06-03-2003, 02:08 PM	#2
Alec Elite Moderator Houston, Texas 2008 JK Join Date: Apr 2000 Posts: 16,061 Vehicle Specs	I'd try a larger size 2.5" in/out Magnaflow muffler, 2.5" resonator, and 2.5" tailpipe. __________________ Alec "Dr. Candlepower" Rosenbaum Daily: 2008 JK Gone: EE "Splat", 2003 VW GTI VR6, 85 Bronco project

06-03-2003, 02:13 PM	#3
james t moderation Texarkana AR/TX 94 SAS sport Join Date: Jan 2002 Posts: 11,258 Vehicle Specs	you can get it to sound good, but im sorry to say it will never sound like a 5.0 mustang. you may get it close at idle, but you just cant make a V6 sound like a V8 no matter what you do. with that said- ive heard a 4.0 OHV with a 50 series flowmaster, and it sounded really good. fairly mellow, and sounded somewhat like a stock V8 at idle. __________________ my rebuild

06-03-2003, 03:28 PM	#4
JDraper Elite Garage Builder McVeytown, PA '11 XLT Join Date: Jan 2001 Posts: 15,398 Vehicle Specs	The audio with this video will show you what Spas's 4.0 X with a modified exhaust sounds like. http://people.hofstra.edu/staff/mat...n/Spasburn1.wmv __________________ Moderator..Home Improvement/Explorer 911/2011 Explorer Forum You took my breath away....and now I want it back.... '66 Mustang Coupe, '04 Mustang Mach 1, '08 Focus, '11 Explorer XLT "Ex"plorer's: '92 Sport, '94 Sport, '01 XLS Our Crappy Website

06-03-2003, 03:40 PM	#5
X24 RAMajama Pleasant Valley, NY 05 RAM 2500 TURBO DIESEL Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 4,995 Vehicle Specs	Jeff, that link doesnt work for some reason. HERE are a bunch of vids of my truck and some of Spas' truck. Both have the SOHC with a flowmaster 50. Her's is a single out and mine is dual out. If you want something quieter you might want to think about a flowmaster 70 series. __________________ X24's Page 1998 XLT - PICS -- MORE PICS -- My Email 2004 MXZ REV 600HO

06-03-2003, 04:13 PM	#6
STANN Wannabe Elite Explorer Alpharetta, GA '96 XLT Join Date: Sep 2001 Posts: 453 Vehicle Specs	I copied my post from another thread, it might get more attention here.... Ok, rather than start another "exhaust advice" thread, i figure i'll add a bit to this.... Ok, I think I have ruled out going for a dual exhuast, split at the muffler. My reasoning is: a dual split at the muffler gives you no appreciable power gains, just looks. And then that extra piping is just more weight to haul around. So....single exit exhaust it is.... (Is that assumption correct??) Now, for my real question....should i have the exhaust exit at the rear, in the stock location, but parallel to the ground OR, have it exit just in front of the passenger's side rear wheel, side pipe style? I dont want to look like I am pretending to have something i dont (a fast truck), I just want to avoid a somewhat "unbalanced" look to the truck, like "where'd his other pipe go?" Sorry for the long post.... __________________ 1996 White XLT.....Sold 2004 SVT Focus Euro Package....Sold 2004 Volkswagen R32.....current

06-04-2003, 10:21 AM	#7
JDraper Elite Garage Builder McVeytown, PA '11 XLT Join Date: Jan 2001 Posts: 15,398 Vehicle Specs	You might want to check your state's laws about exit points. Some states require that the exhaust NOT exit in front of the rear wheel. I'd have it exit out the rear personally. __________________ Moderator..Home Improvement/Explorer 911/2011 Explorer Forum You took my breath away....and now I want it back.... '66 Mustang Coupe, '04 Mustang Mach 1, '08 Focus, '11 Explorer XLT "Ex"plorer's: '92 Sport, '94 Sport, '01 XLS Our Crappy Website

06-04-2003, 06:29 PM	#8
STANN Wannabe Elite Explorer Alpharetta, GA '96 XLT Join Date: Sep 2001 Posts: 453 Vehicle Specs	Good point about the laws, hadn't even thought of that... I think I am leaning towards just having it exit out the back __________________ 1996 White XLT.....Sold 2004 SVT Focus Euro Package....Sold 2004 Volkswagen R32.....current

06-04-2003, 08:41 PM	#9
NoLimits C.C. Wannabe Elite Explorer Southern IL 1998 Eddie Bauer Join Date: Sep 2002 Posts: 65 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Thanks for all your info guys, I will be going for the new exhaust soon. __________________ my X www.cardomain.com/id/sqstereo My X is 4-SALE 1998 Eddie Bauer, bright burnt amber custom paint, 18" Mondera Rims, Toyo Tires, Billet Grill, Clear Corners, Clear Taillights, Custom Wing, Hood Scoops, Custom Interior with Bucket Rear Seats, Custom Fiberglass Audio System with Rockford Fosgate, Eclipse, Boston Pro, Audio Control and Accele DVD - USAC Stereo Competitor.