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This is a discussion thread titled "TRD or Borla Dual exhaust", within the Engine & Drivetrain forum, part of the Technical & Vehicle Assistance Forums category.
Which type of exhaust is better- Is there a real difference- both are 304 stainless steel- Is this just a price issue or what? If I install a catback system, should I install headers. Some of you guys are in the know. Please advise.
Thanks
David
Which type of exhaust is better- Is there a real difference- both are 304 stainless steel- Is this just a price issue or what? If I install a catback system, should I install headers. Some of you guys are in the know. Please advise.
Thanks
David
borla.You shouldnt buy anything thats trd unless you are getting the ivan stewart body kit.Everything else is WAY overpriced.
__________________ - justin
Former Tundra Owner.Now Driving a 2001 Corvette.
Which type of exhaust is better- Is there a real difference- both are 304 stainless steel- Is this just a price issue or what? If I install a catback system, should I install headers. Some of you guys are in the know. Please advise.
Thanks
David
The TRD cat back exhaust IS made by Borla. I think It just costs more but I sure like the TRD tips and I would go with the headers for sure no question about it.
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The TRD cat back exhaust IS made by Borla. I think It just costs more but I sure like the TRD tips and I would go with the headers for sure no question about it.
I think the trd tips are square which look better to me also- not sure though-
Does anyone know where the best price for either of these exhaust systems can be found.
Thanks!
David
Which type of exhaust is better- Is there a real difference- both are 304 stainless steel- Is this just a price issue or what? If I install a catback system, should I install headers. Some of you guys are in the know. Please advise.
Thanks
David
Neither!! Get a Magnaflow with the same size diameter piping.
Which type of exhaust is better- Is there a real difference- both are 304 stainless steel- Is this just a price issue or what? If I install a catback system, should I install headers. Some of you guys are in the know. Please advise.
Thanks
David
Let me give you some advice. Unless you wanna get a bolt on Stainless steel exhaust for around $700, get the borla or trd. Depends on where you live though, If there is a lot of salt/snow in your area, get the SS. But if there isnt, go with aluminum-its lighter. The only advantge from SS(besides rust prevention) is the looks. Dont get the TRD unlesss you want the QUIETIST exhaust out there. I think that any exhaust over $700 is not worth it. Ive heard nothing but good on the Borla; sound, perfromance, and then some. But Magnaflow is the same straight through design as borla, but cheaper. I dont want to argue here, but its the same.
Here is my advice though- Get a Magna flow muffler(there are different models for different sound) single in/dual out 2.25" with 2.25" size piping at the most. Run the 2.25" pipes through the back. I will show you the exhaust tips that looks IDENTICAL to the TRD tips. With this, you get a aluminum dual magnflow exhaust with the TRD tips for a lot cheaper. Go to your local muffler shop and see what they can do for you.
I have a single outlet Spintech exhaust. Great performance, but not as loud as I wanted it. Since Im runnig 33's, I need the extra power. I guess my dream exhaust is a True dual flowmaster with 2 40 series "origanal flows" mufflers straight from a X crossover pipe. Strictly for sound though
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Let me give you some advice. Unless you wanna get a bolt on Stainless steel exhaust for around $700, get the borla or trd. Depends on where you live though, If there is a lot of salt/snow in your area, get the SS. But if there isnt, go with aluminum-its lighter. The only advantge from SS(besides rust prevention) is the looks. Dont get the TRD unlesss you want the QUIETIST exhaust out there. I think that any exhaust over $700 is not worth it. Ive heard nothing but good on the Borla; sound, perfromance, and then some. But Magnaflow is the same straight through design as borla, but cheaper. I dont want to argue here, but its the same.
Here is my advice though- Get a Magna flow muffler(there are different models for different sound) single in/dual out 2.25" with 2.25" size piping at the most. Run the 2.25" pipes through the back. I will show you the exhaust tips that looks IDENTICAL to the TRD tips. With this, you get a aluminum dual magnflow exhaust with the TRD tips for a lot cheaper. Go to your local muffler shop and see what they can do for you.
I have a single outlet Spintech exhaust. Great performance, but as loud as I wanted. Since Im runnig 33's, I need the extra power. I guess my dream exhaust is a True dual flowmaster with 2 40 series "origanal flows" mufflers straight from a X crossover pipe. Strictly for sound though
on the contrary to what he just said if you want a loud exhaust get gibson dual.I have it installed in my truck and you can hear this thing from like 5 blocks down.Since I don't have my license yet,I drive to school but my parents drive it back.I can hear it from the red light next to the highway which is about a little over a quarter mile away.Its also very good performance wise.Since I installed the exhaust + my volant cool air intake,I can feel this thing when I floor.
__________________ - justin
Former Tundra Owner.Now Driving a 2001 Corvette.
I've had the Borla with split side exits for about 2 years now. You can't beat the stainless system for exterior endurance. The muffler and tailpipes/tips look just as new today, but that's the benefit you get from paying extra for SS. I'm not too crazy about the "pipe within a pipe" look of the tips. Unfortunately, that's the only tip available on the catbacks for the Tundra. I paid about $550 at summitracing.
I really like the TRD tips, but it's tough to find a good price on them. Sometimes Carson has deals on them.
Bassani is another good choice, but I'd shop around for price.
1spiffyTRD ....makes some good points regarding a custom made job.
I had a '94 Cobra that of course had true duals, but I replaced the stock exhaust with Flowmaster 3-chamber duals for about $250. Never had a problem with rust or deterioration over about 30k miles.
A couple of guys here in Texas have gone to true duals and paid around $200-250 for the change.
Headers? Personally, I don't think it's worth the investment. I'm not convinced that for the $$, you get enough hp/torque improvement over stock. I would probably tend to agree with headers if you were changing the entire exhaust system from the headers on back as a true dual system, but definitely not with a single muffler catback system.
I channeled "headers" money into XM receiver, Alpine Amp and Infinity speakers. Now THAT's a stereo performance upgrade that you can definitely notice!
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