Preferred Mufflers!! - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

DanoDMano · 12-12-2002, 02:31 AM

Which mufflers do you prefer, using 2 1/2" pipe, straight out the back??

crazy longhorn · 12-12-2002, 06:23 AM

For the money, the DynoMax Superturbos are hard to beat. I havent tryed the hooker muffs, but have tryed the flowmasters......didnt like them,they didnt stay on the truck too long.

Blaze69 · 12-12-2002, 06:35 AM

I've been using the mid 90's model flowmasters and have yet to dislike them. Once again it must depend on personal preference.

mtdave2 · 12-12-2002, 11:36 AM

im liking the magnaflows.. not as annoying as flows.

stknrdr · 12-12-2002, 01:08 PM

I like my flowmasters a lot, mostly for thier durability and resistance to rust and corrosion - they are quite LOUD though.....

GMC JUNKIE TOO · 12-12-2002, 01:35 PM

I like my flomasters. But would have gotten magna flows but the muffler shop stoped carrying them, they said thet they had problems with their quality?

lukecp · 12-12-2002, 01:45 PM

Flowmaster Delta Flow 40's for me! I have them on my truck, and they end infront of my rear axle. It sounds really good. Deep and throaty

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*Randy70C-10* · 12-12-2002, 01:46 PM

I use Summit Racing turbos. They are fairly quiet, and I can hear the blower better.

*67Fleetsidedream* · 12-12-2002, 02:26 PM

I have dual Flowmaster 50 series. I love the sound of them and the performance gain. Also they are easier on the cash.
Ben

NSANE68!!! · 12-12-2002, 02:35 PM

Flowmasters

Magnaflows, out flow them and sound MUUUUUCH better JMO. I did the flowmasters, same as longhorn yank em off and in the trash.

Check em out, they got some good info , customer comments and magazine write ups. http://magnaflow.com/01home.htm

DanoDMano · 12-12-2002, 05:31 PM

Hey NSANE68!!!

Is there a particular model, or size that I should use?
I think I have decided on Magnaflows, but want the
right thing!!

Any advice would be awesome.

Thanks,
Dan

NSANE68!!! · 12-12-2002, 06:36 PM

I used the center in center out, oval style with 2.5 in and out.
I have 2.5 from the headers all the way out.
SOUNDS AWSOME!!!!

**MikeB** · 12-12-2002, 06:58 PM

I had Flowmaster 50s with "Delta Flow Technology" and they were too loud inside and out. I now have DynoMax Super Hemi Turbos and they make a rat-tat-tat noise on acceleration, but are much quieter, especially in the cab. I used an equalizer tube for both systems, and tailpipes exit under the bumper. I think the big 70 series Flowmasters (offset in and out) may be my next choice, but they are asspensive!

guitarman · 12-12-2002, 07:25 PM

Flowmasters have such a sweet tone.

DanoDMano · 12-12-2002, 07:54 PM

Thank you for the advice and input!!
I have decided to go with the magnaflows, straight out the back!!

Hope it sounds good!!

**MikeB** · 12-12-2002, 10:42 PM

Magnaflows are straight through -- kinda like a big glass pack. Let us know how they sound. Come to think of it, I remember the days when galss packs were the ONLY performance mufflers, and they sounded pretty good.

73stepside · 12-12-2002, 11:28 PM

if you like the sound of flows, then you will like the sound of hookers. hookers are only slightly louder than dynomax at idle. they sound an awful lot like magnaflow and gibson, plus they outflow just about everything on the market. i love the sound of the hooker on my camaro. they sound way better thru a good 2.5/2.25 dual exhaust and don't produce very much interior noise.

View Poll Results: Which would you use with a 350 stocker, out the back??
Flowmasters	37	74.00%
Dynomax Turbos	11	22.00%
Hooker	2	4.00%
Voters: 50. You may not vote on this poll

12-12-2002, 02:31 AM	#1
DanoDMano Pronounced "Pew-al-up" Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Puyallup, Washington Posts: 845	Preferred Mufflers!! Which mufflers do you prefer, using 2 1/2" pipe, straight out the back?? __________________ Classic GM Trucks of Washington Club Member 1970 FS chevy,350/350, Edelbrock cam and intake. Holley 650 carb,HEI,AT,Tangier Orange, 18's, Power Locks, Truck Photos

12-12-2002, 06:23 AM	#2
crazy longhorn Fabricate till you "puke" Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Ill Posts: 9,402	For the money, the DynoMax Superturbos are hard to beat. I havent tryed the hooker muffs, but have tryed the flowmasters......didnt like them,they didnt stay on the truck too long. __________________ 69 longhorn,4" chop,3/5 drop, 1/2 ton suspension/disc brakes,1 1/2" body drop,steel tilt clip, 5.3/Edelbrock rpm intake/600 carb, Hooker streetrod shorties,2 1/2" exhaust/ H pipe/50's Flows , 6 spd Richmond trans,12 bolt/ 3.40 gears....

12-12-2002, 06:35 AM	#3
Blaze69 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Arizona Posts: 147	I've been using the mid 90's model flowmasters and have yet to dislike them. Once again it must depend on personal preference. __________________ 1969 Blazer: 350/350, 4X4, HEI, Edlebrock carb/intake, dual flowmasters, np205, 3:07's and the rest is mostly stock. The front end disc swap is finally complete 2002 Z71 Tahoe. CAI, Flowmaster 40, Silverstars in high, low and fogs and a bunch of mods (upgrades) inside and out.

12-12-2002, 11:36 AM	#4
mtdave2 newly minted old timer Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Hudson WI Posts: 3,521	im liking the magnaflows.. not as annoying as flows. __________________ ____________________________________________ 72 c20 longhorn 65k org miles and counting! 69 k10 Suburban

12-12-2002, 01:08 PM	#5
stknrdr Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Utah USA Posts: 27	I like my flowmasters a lot, mostly for thier durability and resistance to rust and corrosion - they are quite LOUD though..... __________________ 72 C/10 Fully Restored Hugger Orange - 355, 4" lift 35's Auburn limited slip diffs front and rear, 4.56 gears. Vortec Heads, 700r4/NP208 combo. On the burner: Roller Cam, Blower 77 Ford Bronco Rockcrawler 93 BMW 325IS Have-fun-on-the-way-to-work-car.

12-12-2002, 01:35 PM	#6
GMC JUNKIE TOO THE QUICKER FIXERUPER Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Ok Posts: 615	I like my flomasters. But would have gotten magna flows but the muffler shop stoped carrying them, they said thet they had problems with their quality? Last edited by GMC JUNKIE TOO; 12-12-2002 at 01:38 PM.

12-12-2002, 01:45 PM	#7
lukecp Formerly yellow72custom Join Date: May 2001 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 7,531	Flowmaster Delta Flow 40's for me! I have them on my truck, and they end infront of my rear axle. It sounds really good. Deep and throaty . __________________ '72 Chevy C10 Mild 350/TH350/3.07. Ochre/White. Old high school ride. '70 GMC C2500 '62 327 4bbl/SM465/4.56-geared Dana 60. White/White. Project or parts truck. '97 Saturn SL DD. 1.9/5-speed. 40+ highway mpg

12-12-2002, 01:46 PM	#8
Randy70C-10 Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Virginia Beach, Va. U.S.A. Posts: 15,320	I use Summit Racing turbos. They are fairly quiet, and I can hear the blower better. Last edited by Randy70C-10; 12-12-2002 at 01:49 PM.

12-12-2002, 02:26 PM	#9
67Fleetsidedream Wiseass secured himself a BAN Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: MOON!!! Posts: 2,282	I have dual Flowmaster 50 series. I love the sound of them and the performance gain. Also they are easier on the cash. Ben

12-12-2002, 02:35 PM	#10
NSANE68!!! SLICER AND DICIER Join Date: May 2001 Location: Quuen Creek Posts: 1,383	Flowmasters Magnaflows, out flow them and sound MUUUUUCH better JMO. I did the flowmasters, same as longhorn yank em off and in the trash. Check em out, they got some good info , customer comments and magazine write ups. http://magnaflow.com/01home.htm __________________ 01 Tahoe 22's 2/4 drop and tv's 68 chevy money pit 51 chevy belair 95 Honda 900RR 05 GMC Siearra (company truck)

12-12-2002, 05:31 PM	#11
DanoDMano Pronounced "Pew-al-up" Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Puyallup, Washington Posts: 845	Hey NSANE68!!! Is there a particular model, or size that I should use? I think I have decided on Magnaflows, but want the right thing!! Any advice would be awesome. Thanks, Dan __________________ Classic GM Trucks of Washington Club Member 1970 FS chevy,350/350, Edelbrock cam and intake. Holley 650 carb,HEI,AT,Tangier Orange, 18's, Power Locks, Truck Photos

12-12-2002, 06:36 PM	#12
NSANE68!!! SLICER AND DICIER Join Date: May 2001 Location: Quuen Creek Posts: 1,383	I used the center in center out, oval style with 2.5 in and out. I have 2.5 from the headers all the way out. SOUNDS AWSOME!!!! __________________ 01 Tahoe 22's 2/4 drop and tv's 68 chevy money pit 51 chevy belair 95 Honda 900RR 05 GMC Siearra (company truck)

12-12-2002, 06:58 PM	#13
MikeB Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: North Texas Posts: 3,599	I had Flowmaster 50s with "Delta Flow Technology" and they were too loud inside and out. I now have DynoMax Super Hemi Turbos and they make a rat-tat-tat noise on acceleration, but are much quieter, especially in the cab. I used an equalizer tube for both systems, and tailpipes exit under the bumper. I think the big 70 series Flowmasters (offset in and out) may be my next choice, but they are asspensive! __________________ Mike 1969 C10 LWB -- owned for 35 years. 350/TH350, 3.08 posi, 1st Gen Vintage Air, recent AAW wiring harness, 5-lug conversion, 1985 spindles and brakes. 1982 C10 SWB -- sold 1981 C10 Silverado LWB -- sold, but wish I still had it! 1969 C10 (not the current one) that I bought in the early 1980s. Paid $1200; sold for $1500 a few years later. Just a hint at the appreciation that was coming. Retired as a factory automation products salesman. Worked part-time over the years for an engine builder and a classic car repair shop. Member here for 24 years! This is the very first car/truck Internet forum I joined. I still used a dial-up modem back then!

12-12-2002, 07:25 PM	#14
guitarman Do it well or don't do it Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Georgia Posts: 457	Flowmasters have such a sweet tone. __________________ Try to be the person your dog thinks you are. Excellent paint and body site: http://www.autobody101.com/ Visit my Web Site http://home.attbi.com/~agfosteriii



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12-12-2002, 07:54 PM	#15
DanoDMano Pronounced "Pew-al-up" Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Puyallup, Washington Posts: 845	Exhaust Thank you for the advice and input!! I have decided to go with the magnaflows, straight out the back!! Hope it sounds good!! __________________ Classic GM Trucks of Washington Club Member 1970 FS chevy,350/350, Edelbrock cam and intake. Holley 650 carb,HEI,AT,Tangier Orange, 18's, Power Locks, Truck Photos

12-12-2002, 10:42 PM	#16
MikeB Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: North Texas Posts: 3,599	Magnaflows are straight through -- kinda like a big glass pack. Let us know how they sound. Come to think of it, I remember the days when galss packs were the ONLY performance mufflers, and they sounded pretty good. __________________ Mike 1969 C10 LWB -- owned for 35 years. 350/TH350, 3.08 posi, 1st Gen Vintage Air, recent AAW wiring harness, 5-lug conversion, 1985 spindles and brakes. 1982 C10 SWB -- sold 1981 C10 Silverado LWB -- sold, but wish I still had it! 1969 C10 (not the current one) that I bought in the early 1980s. Paid $1200; sold for $1500 a few years later. Just a hint at the appreciation that was coming. Retired as a factory automation products salesman. Worked part-time over the years for an engine builder and a classic car repair shop. Member here for 24 years! This is the very first car/truck Internet forum I joined. I still used a dial-up modem back then!

12-12-2002, 11:28 PM	#17
73stepside Registered User Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Moore OK 73160 Posts: 974	if you like the sound of flows, then you will like the sound of hookers. hookers are only slightly louder than dynomax at idle. they sound an awful lot like magnaflow and gibson, plus they outflow just about everything on the market. i love the sound of the hooker on my camaro. they sound way better thru a good 2.5/2.25 dual exhaust and don't produce very much interior noise. __________________ 04 GMC Sierra RCSS 70 CST LWB 04 HD Sportster 1200 Custom

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