Exhaust Opinions? - 2003-04 Mach 1 Registry Owners Club

Deftones · 09-05-2010, 10:39 PM

I am in the market for an exhaust system. I want a catback, and maybe an X or H later and of course Longtubes later. For now I want just a catback due to budget. I was wondering what has the best sound and best price. Chime in and let me know what you guys think. I was looking at Flowmaster, and MAC, and also Borla Stingers, but I would have to get them used cause they are pricey. Thanks.

jcooper0818 · 09-05-2010, 10:41 PM

of the three...i'd say borla IMO....

also look at SSS...not to bad...i think i paid $349 for my catback

Jester · 09-05-2010, 10:49 PM

SSS Exhaust is what you are looking for.

Deftones · 09-05-2010, 11:48 PM

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Originally Posted by jcooper0818

of the three...i'd say borla IMO....

also look at SSS...not to bad...i think i paid $349 for my catback

Where did purchase your exhaust from?

Mach828 · 09-06-2010, 01:04 AM

Send John a PM, he is the man!
And SSS sounds amazing, and the price and quality is outstanding.

http://www.mach1registry.org/forums/member.php?u=1164

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Originally Posted by Deftones

Where did purchase your exhaust from?

JaybTorchedMach · 09-06-2010, 02:06 AM

SSS's have a nice rumble at low rpm's but I think they're obnoxious at WOT (

^^^^). I had MAC's when I bought the car. They sound good, but not loud enough for my taste so I went with Magnapacks. I have no regrets and love them. My second choice would be the stingers.

shane361 · 09-06-2010, 02:15 AM

Running Magnaflows with an offroad...previous owner. Sounds great..hate the smell of fuel though. -Shane

jcooper0818 · 09-06-2010, 03:45 PM

bout my SSS at cruzinconcepts.com

Grabber2003 · 09-06-2010, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by shane361

Running Magnaflows with an offroad...previous owner. Sounds great..hate the smell of fuel though. -Shane

Aw, I cherish the smell of untreated exhaust, since I grew up when EVERYbody smelled that way.

pic18 · 09-06-2010, 09:17 PM

Borla Stingers on a Mach1 might just be better than sex!

zincmock03 · 09-06-2010, 10:03 PM

SSS with x pipe

mach1metalhead · 09-06-2010, 11:14 PM

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Originally Posted by pic18

Borla Stingers on a Mach1 might just be better than sex!

quoted for truth...

SparksMach1 · 09-07-2010, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by mach1metalhead

quoted for truth...

i'll third that!

matched with a MRT catted H pipe... will make you need to change your shorts.

I run an o/r x pipe with stingers now and its one of the loudest exhaust setups i've heard, but of course thats next to the SLP LM1's which sound like hilbilly farm truck garbage.

Deftones · 09-07-2010, 08:30 PM

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Originally Posted by mach1metalhead

quoted for truth...

Yeah I had Bassani mid legnths, Bassani SS X w/ no Cats, and Borla Stinger SS Catback on my 2003 Cobra I recently sold and wow man! The sound was unreal!

TRmachwon · 09-07-2010, 10:05 PM

MAC sounds really good, I've been a big fan ever since I saw this video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aqomJAm-uic

All the straight through mufflers sounds badazz IMO though.

$350 sounds like a steal for the SSS. Can't argue with saving money.

f8lmach · 09-07-2010, 11:02 PM

I'll probably get flamed for this but oh well....

To me the SSS catback sounds like borla, but a little quieter.

if it were between SSS and Borla... Borla all day, sounds meaner to me.

Mac FTW, I'll be honest if you just get the Mac catback it is probably one of the quieter catbacks, it sounds good though. It's kinda like getting SLP LM1s just cause they're ridiculously loud doesnt mean they sound good. If you want headers down the road anyway then the Mac catback should be loud enough....

(I have Mac LTs, X, CB)

2k4mach · 09-08-2010, 12:22 AM

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Originally Posted by pic18

Borla Stingers on a Mach1 might just be better than sex!

Quote:

Originally Posted by mach1metalhead

quoted for truth...

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Originally Posted by SparksMach1

i'll third that!

matched with a MRT catted H pipe... will make you need to change your shorts.

I run an o/r x pipe with stingers now and its one of the loudest exhaust setups i've heard, but of course thats next to the SLP LM1's which sound like hilbilly farm truck garbage.

i dunno know about you guys that think the way a car sounds is better than sex

Deftones · 09-08-2010, 02:03 AM

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Originally Posted by 2k4mach

i dunno know about you guys that think the way a car sounds is better than sex

+1! Skins are better than a car sounding badass any day!

mach1metalhead · 09-08-2010, 12:31 PM

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Originally Posted by 2k4mach

i dunno know about you guys that think the way a car sounds is better than sex

original post said "MIGHT"

L.T. Smash · 09-20-2010, 09:05 AM

Something to consider, if you want an x-pipe now and LT's later, SLP's modular x-pipe will fit both stock manifolds and their LT's. SLP is a bit pricier, but very good quality!

MAD_MACh1 · 09-20-2010, 08:22 PM

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Originally Posted by L.T. Smash

Something to consider, if you want an x-pipe now and LT's later, SLP's modular x-pipe will fit both stock manifolds and their LT's. SLP is a bit pricier, but very good quality!

Yep just put mine on yesterday. I couldn't take the sound of the H pipe anymore. Another nice thing about the SLP is a 11.5" piece of 2.5 dia pipe expanded on one end makes for a nice "test pipe" for the cats. Only compalint is that you have to pull out the studs on the drivers side manifold and replace them with bolts. One of mine came out easy and one was a PITA. and I had to re tap the hole to get good threads.

Newskool Mach · 09-20-2010, 08:57 PM

Here's a little vid. LM2's with an SLP off road X.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6YR1-1t67Q8

Deftones · 09-22-2010, 05:30 PM

I ordered my SSS Terminator Series SS Catback directly from SSS so it should be here in 2-3 days. I cant wait to get it and slap it on!

LRD VDR · 10-08-2010, 09:46 PM

SSS cats are the way to go. I've had them on my Mach since last Dec. Get with John. It's a good product.

ASH302 · 10-08-2010, 10:29 PM

if you don't mind just getting some weilded in i know a place you can find some LM1's for sale on americanmuscle.com, i think the best thing to do is get on you tube and listen to the different brands, i can tell you the two best sounding mach's i heard is kooks LT's w kooks x-pipe and SLP LM1's and the next is O/R h-pipe with SLP LM1's. alot of guys don't like the LM1's but i do. you are going to get different answer for this, but it looked like the SSS one is what most people were pointing you too. the best thing is for you be happy with what you are hearing and not anyone else. good luck with your search

09-05-2010, 10:39 PM	#1
Deftones Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 259	Exhaust Opinions? I am in the market for an exhaust system. I want a catback, and maybe an X or H later and of course Longtubes later. For now I want just a catback due to budget. I was wondering what has the best sound and best price. Chime in and let me know what you guys think. I was looking at Flowmaster, and MAC, and also Borla Stingers, but I would have to get them used cause they are pricey. Thanks. __________________ 1968 Mustang 289/2V: Sold 1996 Mustang GT: Sold 2000 Mustang GT: Sold 2003 SVT Cobra: Sold 2003 Mach 1 DSG!

09-05-2010, 10:41 PM	#2
jcooper0818 i bet my car is faster... Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: New Orleans, La Posts: 590	Re: Exhaust Opinions? of the three...i'd say borla IMO.... also look at SSS...not to bad...i think i paid $349 for my catback __________________ WHO DAT!! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 03 DSG Mach 1 5spd IUP Typical Bolt Ons 296hp/331tq?? on MustangDyno?? Best Time:12.83@106 1.72 60ft

09-05-2010, 10:49 PM	#3
Jester Super Moderator Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Houston (Crosby), Texas Posts: 6,689	Re: Exhaust Opinions? SSS Exhaust is what you are looking for. __________________ 2003 Dark Shadow Gray Mach 1 5.3L Stroker - FR500 Intake - Boss330 Heads 4.56 Gears - Kooks LTs - SCT Tune - Bassani X/Catback 2004 Silver Metallic Cobra 2.3 Whipple - 60lb injectors -Twin FGT Pumps 8 gauge/BAP/FPDM - JLT - Bassani Catted X / Catback - SCT PRP - 4# Lower - 3.50/3.00 Uppers - 19/24 PSI 2017 White Shelby F150 2.9L Whipple _______________

09-06-2010, 02:06 AM	#6
JaybTorchedMach Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Albuquerque, NM Posts: 1,746	Re: Exhaust Opinions? SSS's have a nice rumble at low rpm's but I think they're obnoxious at WOT ( ^^^^). I had MAC's when I bought the car. They sound good, but not loud enough for my taste so I went with Magnapacks. I have no regrets and love them. My second choice would be the stingers.

09-06-2010, 02:15 AM	#7
shane361 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 570	Re: Exhaust Opinions? Running Magnaflows with an offroad...previous owner. Sounds great..hate the smell of fuel though. -Shane __________________ http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h1...-Shane3612.gif 2004 DSG Mach12004 Competition Orange KB Cobra

09-06-2010, 03:45 PM	#8
jcooper0818 i bet my car is faster... Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: New Orleans, La Posts: 590	Re: Exhaust Opinions? bout my SSS at cruzinconcepts.com __________________ WHO DAT!! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 03 DSG Mach 1 5spd IUP Typical Bolt Ons 296hp/331tq?? on MustangDyno?? Best Time:12.83@106 1.72 60ft

09-06-2010, 09:17 PM	#10
pic18 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Cumberland,RI Posts: 590	Re: Exhaust Opinions? Borla Stingers on a Mach1 might just be better than sex! __________________ Jeff's All American Car Page 2004 Black Mach1 Sold 2008 Pontiac G8 GT Magnetic Gray Metallic Sold 2009 Pontiac G8 GT Liquid Red 2011 Z71 Silverado

09-06-2010, 10:03 PM	#11
zincmock03 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Baltimore, MD Posts: 694	Re: Exhaust Opinions? SSS with x pipe __________________ 2003 Zinc Yellow Mach 5spd Upr Catted X pipe/ SSS adrenaline cb/JLT intake/MGW shifter/Ford Racing Alum DS/4.10's/31 Spline axles/cobra 31 spline diff/Diff Cover-girdle/ Eibach Pro kit springs/ Bilstein shocks/ 17x9 /17x10.5 chrome bullitts/ 6000k hid heads/fogs, smoked headlights/ sequential turn/: Dyno Tuned By Excessive 304 rwhp 330 tq

09-07-2010, 10:05 PM	#15
TRmachwon Parking Lot Racer Join Date: May 2008 Location: Cherry Hill, NJ Posts: 790	Re: Exhaust Opinions? MAC sounds really good, I've been a big fan ever since I saw this video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aqomJAm-uic All the straight through mufflers sounds badazz IMO though. $350 sounds like a steal for the SSS. Can't argue with saving money. __________________ 2004 Mach 1 Maximum Motorsports Equipped

09-07-2010, 11:02 PM	#16
f8lmach Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Lorton, VA Posts: 29	Re: Exhaust Opinions? I'll probably get flamed for this but oh well.... To me the SSS catback sounds like borla, but a little quieter. if it were between SSS and Borla... Borla all day, sounds meaner to me. Mac FTW, I'll be honest if you just get the Mac catback it is probably one of the quieter catbacks, it sounds good though. It's kinda like getting SLP LM1s just cause they're ridiculously loud doesnt mean they sound good. If you want headers down the road anyway then the Mac catback should be loud enough.... (I have Mac LTs, X, CB)

09-20-2010, 09:05 AM	#20
L.T. Smash Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Fredericksburg, VA Posts: 392	Re: Exhaust Opinions? Something to consider, if you want an x-pipe now and LT's later, SLP's modular x-pipe will fit both stock manifolds and their LT's. SLP is a bit pricier, but very good quality! __________________ 2004 DSG Mach 1 476rwhp and 406rwtq at 8lb Kenne Bell 2.1 blower comp cams 106100 LTs, Prochamber, catback built rear with 4.30s accufab TB, alum ds, Roush shifter AFS wheels, Nitto tires, Eibach springs

09-20-2010, 08:57 PM	#22
Newskool Mach 10 second club! Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Royal Palm Beach FL. Posts: 2,472	Re: Exhaust Opinions? Here's a little vid. LM2's with an SLP off road X. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6YR1-1t67Q8 __________________ 2014 GHIG GT auto soon to have the whoosh 03 Torch red auto (gone)

09-22-2010, 05:30 PM	#23
Deftones Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 259	Re: Exhaust Opinions? I ordered my SSS Terminator Series SS Catback directly from SSS so it should be here in 2-3 days. I cant wait to get it and slap it on! __________________ 1968 Mustang 289/2V: Sold 1996 Mustang GT: Sold 2000 Mustang GT: Sold 2003 SVT Cobra: Sold 2003 Mach 1 DSG!

10-08-2010, 09:46 PM	#24
LRD VDR Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Seguin, Texas Posts: 72	Re: Exhaust Opinions? SSS cats are the way to go. I've had them on my Mach since last Dec. Get with John. It's a good product. __________________ http://i47.tinypic.com/f9dzb4.png 2003 Black Mach 1 Chingos of Zaino

10-08-2010, 10:29 PM	#25
ASH302 Soldier for Christ Join Date: May 2009 Location: Willis, TX at The Daddy ASh Ranch Posts: 30,596	Re: Exhaust Opinions? if you don't mind just getting some weilded in i know a place you can find some LM1's for sale on americanmuscle.com, i think the best thing to do is get on you tube and listen to the different brands, i can tell you the two best sounding mach's i heard is kooks LT's w kooks x-pipe and SLP LM1's and the next is O/R h-pipe with SLP LM1's. alot of guys don't like the LM1's but i do. you are going to get different answer for this, but it looked like the SSS one is what most people were pointing you too. the best thing is for you be happy with what you are hearing and not anyone else. good luck with your search __________________ 2001 lazer red v6 Mustang coupe sold in Aug 2006 2004 screaming yellow 5.0 sc Mach 1 sold in Oct 2012 2013 grey 6 speed coupe GT Mustang Sold in Feb 2014 2013 RED Dodge Charger R/T Sold Nov 2014 2002 custom Blue 02 Auto Trans AM Sold June 2015 1998 Cobra Black Sold summer 2016 Current 2009 Ford F350 FX4 March 2017 (work truck) 2003 OW 5.0 Mach 1 Aug 2020 ASh

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