exhaust causes loss of power?
silvette
07-10-2004, 02:10 PM
right now my 2001 4.8 is stock, but I plan to install the Force II cat-back system from flowmaster (along w/ other mods). but I have heard that this will cause loss of power. i don't plan on taking the truck to the drag strip but at the same time I don't want to lose any power. any help would be nice, and thanks in advance
TweakedGM
07-10-2004, 05:17 PM
I had power loss on my 1996 5.7 because of wrong exhaust. I had 2" pipes suck the power back then I put on 2 1/2" works alot better now.
gtmud
07-14-2004, 08:01 AM
If the kit is made for your engine, than you should be fine.I wouldn't go beyond the 2.5" tail pipes.
Redneck_Cadillac
07-14-2004, 11:14 AM
putting new exhaust on a vehicle can either gain power or cause you to lose it.
too small of a diameter pipe: constricted exhaust gases and less HP's
too large of a diameter: not enough back pressure and loss of power.
without proper modifications to your management system, making any drastic change can rob you of HP's...........
too small of a diameter pipe: constricted exhaust gases and less HP's
too large of a diameter: not enough back pressure and loss of power.
without proper modifications to your management system, making any drastic change can rob you of HP's...........
Chevy_girl00
07-14-2004, 06:41 PM
Another thing you may want to watch is gas mileage. Keep a record of your gas mileage before you get exhaust and after and then compare. And as far as power goes: i agree with gtmud ^, just make sure you get the right kit and pipes. Good Luck!
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