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Understanding Muffler Design and Sound Absorption Strategies

How much of high performance muffler design is based on science and how much is slick advertising? How do you pick the best performance muffler for your application? We tackle these questions in this...

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Prowess Meets Pavement with Power Mods to Our Trailblazer SS

We give our 2007 Trailblazer SS, aka Project SSleeper, the tools it needs to reach new heights. Granatelli, CORSA, AIRAID, and more come together to boost this SUV's performance, from the dyno to the...

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Going With the Flow: An ‘Exhausting’ Look at C6 Headers

Headers really wake up the LS2, LS3, LS7, and LS9 powerplants found in C6 Corvettes - here's a look at some of what's out there

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Making Some Noise: We Install A Jegs Electric Exhaust Cutout Kit

Exhaust cutouts are nothing new for automotive enthusiasts, and have been installed on performance cars for decades. We installed a Jegs electric cutout kit on a modern musclecar so the owner could...

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Making Power – Kooks Header and Exhaust Install with EFI Live Tuning

We install Kooks headers and an X-pipe in addition to utilizing an EFI Live tune to really uncork all that the LT1 has to offer. Watch and listen to this C7 on the dyno and the street.

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Everything You Need To Know About LS Swap Headers For GM Musclecars

If you're looking to swap a modern LS powerplant into your vintage GM vehicle, there are a few caveats you need consider when choosing headers. We dive into the tech behind LS swap solutions with the...

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Billy Boat Exhaust Answers Questions On The Z06 Fusion Axle-Back

Billy Boat exhaust talks us through some of the features and questions around the Corvette C7 Z06 Fusion axle back system. Check out how bi-modal exhaust tunes the volume to your style.

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Kooks Headers And The Ford Mustang: Your Swap Stops Here

In preparation for track duty, we teamed up with Kooks Custom Headers to sort out the exhaust for Evil 8.5's Vortech-supercharged engine. More details here!

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Wednesday Rewind: Classic Style And Sound With A Set Of Doug’s Headers Side...

Nothing sounds out performance like a great-sounding exhaust. When that exhaust also looks great, it merely makes the whole package that much better.

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Project True SStreet: Getting Racy With Kooks Headers and Exhaust

Project True SStreet is one step closer to being finished thanks to Kooks Headers and Exhaust. Their stainless steel headers and mufflers are a perfect fit on our fifth-gen Camaro.

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G Force C10 Crossmember Eases Header And Dual-Exhaust Woes

G Force Performance Products' double-hump crossmember allows for dual-exhaust to be easily tucked away. This product is perfect for lowered square body pickups even with headers.

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Why Your Exhaust System Should Be Equipped With ARP Bolts

Seized or stripped exhaust bolts can be a nightmare. We explore the advantages of using ARP exhaust bolts in your build.

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Tech: Waking Up a C5 with Mid America Motorworks

When we went looking for a cat-back exhaust for our 1997 Corvette, we were blown away by the choices that were out there! The options seem limitless, but for a Corvette, we decided to give a call to...

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SLP Headers and Cat-Back Exhaust Install on Our 5th Gen Camaro

SLP Performance Parts finds a place on Project 5th Gen with their PowerFlo exhaust system, full-length headers and X-pipe, and Blackwing cold-air intake system. Follow along as we install and test...

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Billy Boat Performance Exhaust Makes This ZR1’s Voice Sound Better

Billy Boat's Fusion exhaust technology allows Corvette owners to take advantage of full exhaust flow while retaining the factory exhaust control valve. Look inside to find out how!

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Concept One Kits Simplify Supercharger Installs On LS Engines

Concept One simplifies the front end accessory drive for supercharged LS engines We simplify our supercharger drive on our LS with Concept One

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Factory-Made Fireball: The Past And Present Of The Corvette Z06

Since 1963, the Corvette Z06 has been synonymous with track performance and domination. Here, we reflect on the fifty-plus years of history the nameplate has amassed, and analyze the highlights of each...

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Side Mount C3 Exhaust? Look No Further than Doug’s Headers

Doug's Headers builds premium exhaust components for the C3 Corvette and many other applications. Take a look inside at a side-mount header and exhaust installation on a 427 Tri-Powered '69 convertible!

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Header Wrap: What You Should Know About Wrapping Pipes

Experts have valid points regarding the performance aspect of wrapping your headers. See what they told us regarding wraps and maintenance.

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Hey Loud Mouth! A Look at SLP’s Trademark Exhaust Series

As a staple of the F-body performance world, the Loud Mouth series unquestionably announced SLP’s presence with authority. They’ve kept throwing those fastballs ever since.

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We Install, Dyno, and Road Test Corsa’s C7 Exhaust and X-pipe!

Here are the installation steps for installing CORSA's X-pipe and Sport exhaust system, as well as our dyno testing results, and driving impressions so you can hear what the system truly sounds like on...

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Video: We Install Billy Boat Exhaust’s Fusion System On C5 Corvette

Take your already thoroughbred late-model Corvette from ordinary to superstar with a Billy Boat Exhaust system. We show you how.

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Making More Sixth-Gen Camaro Horsepower With Kooks Long Tube Headers

We install, tune, and review Kooks new long-tube headers and Green Cats package for the 2016 Camaro SS. Check out all of the specs on the components and the tune, and see how the new Camaro SS handles...

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Corsa Performance Combats Drone With RSC Technology

Nobody likes to have an exhaust that drones so badly it chases you out of the car. We take an in-depth look at Corsa Performance's solution to the problem – reflective sound cancellation.

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Part 2: Sealed Crate Motor Racing Engine And Drivetrain Prep

Building a car for a class is an extremely involved undertaking. Here, we take a look at the sealed crate motor, transmission, and converter selection.

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Improving Our CTS-V with Lingenfelter Performance and Corsa Exhaust

Come in and check out the fresh details on our upgraded Cadillac CTS-V - we hooked up with Lingenfelter, Corsa Performance, and Weld Racing to hop this super-sedan up!

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Designing An Exhaust That Pumps Up The Power

If you are getting ready to either install or upgrade the exhaust system on your hot rod, then you need to check this out. Find out what you need to consider before you begin.

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A Look At ‘Bullhorns’ As We Build A Custom Set Of Headers With Kooks

We dive into what a set of bullhorns are and what they accomplish as we build a set of custom headers for our Project BlownZ Camaro with PMR Race Cars and the team at Kooks Custom Headers.

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Baby Got Back: Turbo Exhaust Size Comparison Test

Adding boost to an engine is an important part of making more power, but that is only part of the equation. We take a look at what happens to horsepower figures when we change the exhaust system.

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What’s The Difference Between An X-pipe And An H-pipe?

People often find themselves wanting to tune their exhaust system's so it doesn't sound like everything else at the car meet. That brings us to X-pipes and H-pipes.

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We Install Doug Thorley Headers On An LS-Swapped 1991 4X4 Suburban

Doug Thorley has you covered if you are looking for a quality set of LS-swap headers. The Tri-Y design uses a unique 4:2:1 design that increases power.

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JBA’s Cat4Ward Shorty Headers Offer Clean, 50-State-Legal Horsepower

Making a set of CARB-legal headers that increase horsepower can be a tough job. The folks at JBA Headers have it down to a science and are proving that you don't have to thumb your nose at the EPA to...

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Better By Design: Bolting Up Ultimate Headers To Project Payback

Project Payback gets a new set of pipes that are purpose-built for the LT4. We take a look at the headers and some of the processes used by Ultimate Headers.

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Why Shorty Headers Are A Viable Upgrade For Late-Model Muscle Cars

Have you ever wondered if shorty headers are a good option? We talk to industry professionals to find out why you need to consider installing them.

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The Other Guys — We Talk To Cometic About Non-Head Gasket Tech

When it comes to automotive gaskets, it's not just head gaskets that get all of the latest and greatest sealing technology. Cometic Gaskets puts significant resources into developing every gasket on an...

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Get Your Wrap Right With Design Engineering Inc.

Excessive heat under the hood of your vehicle is hard on engine components. We show you how to keeps those temperatures at bay using DEI products on our turbo LS.

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Building Boost: Project Red Dragon’s Turbo System

Our Project Red Dragon F-Body is almost ready for some boost. We cover the parts that were selected for this street/strip build.

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Stage 8 Locking Fasteners: Fighting Murphy’s Law And Winning

When it comes to Murphy’s law, automotive enthusiasts always lose – except when you have a secret weapon. Stage 8 Fasteners locks up Murphy's Law and wins.

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Talking About Header Wrap With Design Engineering Inc.

Have you considered header wrap for your hot rod? Before you decide, you might want to hear what the experts have to say on the subject.

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Finding CARB Legal Power with JBA Exhaust And Headers

We install JBA shorty headers and exhaust to gain some more horsepower on our ProCharged GMC Sierra 1500 pickup.

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Lingenfelter Bolts-On C8 Corvette Performance

Lingenfelter Performance Engineering has been able to envelop the C8 Corvette for better all-around performance.

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The Long Road: Getting A High Mileage LS Road Trip Ready

Before heading to LS Fest, we make a few modifications to our 2007 Tahoe. In this article, we try to address any issues before they happen.

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Under The Hood Heat Management Strategies With DEI Inc.

It's important to control how heat impacts parts and systems under the hood of your vehicle. We look at some products that can help control heat with DEI Inc.

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Everything You Need To Know About V-Band Clamps

We talk to Race Parts Solutions about the science behind V-Band clamps. You will be surprised when you find out who actually invented these clamps, and how long they have been used - from military to...

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VIDEO: Giving A New 5.3L Silverado A Classy Sound With CORSA Exhaust

We bolted up Corsa's Sport level cat-back exhaust and PowerCore filter air intake to a new 2020 Silverado RST. Hear the classy new tone and our verdict on the performance improvements.

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Project BluePrint Chevelle: Swapping An LSX Into An A-body Chevelle

For the last several months, we’ve been teasing about our ultimate Chevy project car receiving its very special LSX engine from our friends at BluePrint Engines. Luckily, the 1964 Chevelle,...

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Exhausting Larry Dixon’s ’66 Nova With Ultimate Headers

In Larry Dixon's quest to build a 9-second, street-driven '66 Nova, he knew that the exhaust manifolds on his LT4 would be an issue. Find out what to consider when designing a set of headers with...

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Project Lucky 13 Finally Speaks: Hooker Blackheart Exhaust

Project Lucky 13, our theft-recovery 2013 Camaro has finally cleared it's throat and roared to life. The LS7 voice box powering this second-chance road-racer was a perfect fit for the Hooker Blackheart...

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How Ultimate Headers Is Changing The Header Development Game

The exhaust gurus at Ultimate Headers have brought legitimate innovation to a long-stagnant performance segment. We take a look at how they develop their new products using the latest technology.

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Project C700: A Bit More Bite And A Lot More Bark

To move forward with reaching our ultimate performance goals with Project C700 we installed a stellar Billy Boat exhaust system from the headers back, and tuned our car with some help from EFILive.

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