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Muffler replacement recommendation?

2.8K views 9 replies 10 participants last post by  Kazerotor  
#1 ·
I've searched/read the Forum posts, but am lost in the detail. A simple recommendation is appreciated. Here's the request:

Background:
I recently acquired a 2003 Spyder with dual 2.5" stainless exhaust and Magnaflow muffler. All works fine, but very loud when top is up (can't hear radio or talk on phone). Quiet at idle, but decibels ramp up very fast. I want something louder than stock and throaty when in higher RPM, but tired of ears bleeding. The car is for street enjoyment, not performance.

Request:
Looking for Dual or central exhaust that does not require car mods or welding. Ideally would like to replace from underneath without removing back body panels.

Recommendations?

Many thanks! - Mark
 
#2 ·
HKS or Megan Racing systems are considered quieter. I believe several members have had good noise-canceling results with a Borla XS muffler setup with a single outlet. This is a custom fabricated option though. I think you're going to be stuck removing the back body panels whatever you do.

Ray
 
#3 ·
Since you already have the piping, welding in a new can is your cheapest option at about $100 + $welding. I like my Borla.. lifetime warranty too.

Your other options are $ ebay chinese pipes or $$$$ TTE/Remus.
 
#5 ·
Another vote for the Borla xs. The HKS is my favorite OTS exhaust.
 
#7 ·
I am very pleased with the HKS over OEM or CHE. I did remove the chrome megaphone from the HKS and added a SS straight pipe. I can hear the exhaust and the radio at speed. The CHE was just too loud but I did like the center outlet. It can be installed from underneath without removing other pieces. The pleasure of having a lift to work with.
 
#9 ·
One recommendation is that if you do not have the stock airfilter box, make sure the intake is not the source of much of your noise issue. A lot of aftermarket CAI's can be very loud in a Spyder since the noise source is so close to your ears.

Dave