I would rather use an exhaust shop that does good work and take there time than trying to use a "bolt on" kit. I had a buddy that owned Custom Muffler here in Mountain View, CA and he did nothing but custom work. His exhaust systems were flawless pieces of art. What's nice about a muffler shop is they can bend the pipe so the system is tucked up nice and level and fits the contours or you particular truck. I don't like systems that hang down so you can see it. Also all the joints are mig welded to assure nothing falls off or leaks. Also all muffler shops out here use aluminized tubing so it don't rust in a week. The choice is up to you. Next week Im getting a new system done on my 76 stepside, I'm debating either using Doug Thorley tri-y headers or the hedman step headers, 2 1/2" pipe with dynomax hemi turbos. Then have the pipes exit just underneath the bumper at a slight downward angle, no chrome tips. It should come out sweet.
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