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CamaroIOM12 · 05-10-2013, 11:22 AM

I have a CAI with the air scoop and the water bottle is relocated, just put on MRT V2 axle backs. Might be a stupid question but what does a resonated X pipe do???

JDP Sales · 05-10-2013, 01:12 PM

An X pipe will replace the factory H pipe. The benefit of an X pipe over an H pipe, is the X pipe will provide better scavenging. Basically, as every pulse of the exhaust passes through the X it creates a vacuum to help pull the next pulse from the other side of the X. This helps the engine breath easier and more efficiently.

The resonated X is essentially a perforated X pipe with a muffler surrounding it. They will quiet down the exhaust and reduce rasp.

Please feel free to call, PM or email me anytime with questions. We offer anything and everything Magnaflow at unbeatable prices.

Best regards,

Tyler
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JohnnyBfromPeoria · 05-10-2013, 01:18 PM

Obviously, headers are not a concern/possibility for LFX-equipped cars, so I might modify the statement to say that it's a good idea to consider a resonated x-pipe for any V-6 exhaust redo.

John B.

Niko · 05-10-2013, 01:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Sales@JDP

An X pipe will replace the factory H pipe. The benefit of an X pipe over an H pipe, is the X pipe will provide better scavenging. Basically, as every pulse of the exhaust passes through the X it creates a vacuum to help pull the next pulse from the other side of the X. This helps the engine breath easier and more efficiently.

The resonated X is essentially a perforated X pipe with a muffler surrounding it. They will quiet down the exhaust, but in my opinion it is a necessity on the V6 if you have/planning on getting headers.

Please feel free to call, PM or email me anytime with questions. We offer anything and everything Magnaflow at unbeatable prices.

Best regards,

Tyler
888-308-6007

If that's the case just a regular x pipe would work with the LFX engines because our headers are built into the engine right. Will a regular x pipe quiet the exhaust as well?

JohnnyBfromPeoria · 05-10-2013, 01:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Niko

Will a regular x pipe quiet the exhaust as well?

Nope.

John B.

JDP Sales · 05-10-2013, 02:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JohnnyBfromPeoria

Obviously, headers are not a concern/possibility for LFX-equipped cars, so I might modify the statement to say that it's a good idea to consider a resonated x-pipe for any V-6 exhaust redo.

John B.

Good call.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Niko

If that's the case just a regular x pipe would work with the LFX engines because our headers are built into the engine right. Will a regular x pipe quiet the exhaust as well?

It will change the exhaust note but not by much.

Best regards,

Tyler
888-308-6007

Apex Motorsports · 05-10-2013, 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by CamaroIOM12

I have a CAI with the air scoop and the water bottle is relocated, just put on MRT V2 axle backs. Might be a stupid question but what does a resonated X pipe do???

The use of the resonated x-pipe you are seeing is to help get rid of the drone with the MRT v2. It is pretty effective if you find the drone annoying but it will make the exhaust a bit quieter.

KaBoom1701 · 05-10-2013, 08:59 PM

It's 100% needed if you have any after market exhaust.

CamaroIOM12 · 05-13-2013, 07:56 AM

Thanks for all the knowledge!!

IneedAZ · 05-13-2013, 10:33 AM

But you dont have to go Resonated if u dont want to, i went Magnaflow TruX instead..easier to fit and sounds good without being obnoxious.

menendez1293 · 05-13-2013, 10:43 AM

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Originally Posted by IneedAZ

But you dont have to go Resonated if u dont want to, i went Magnaflow TruX instead..easier to fit and sounds good without being obnoxious.

Did going TruX introduce any more rasp or drone or did it actually take some away?

IneedAZ · 05-13-2013, 02:00 PM

No rasp at all...i think it sounds good. I have Solo HFC that i installed at the same time as Tru X. Then running an Axle Back Dynomax VT system. I still have the factory resonator after the X pipe. At some point i may eliminate it, but for now no complaints.

Abstrak · 05-13-2013, 06:09 PM

I have had the car a year and still cant decide on an exhaust system listening online doesnt help and most of the 6s in my area arent modded at all. hell most of the v8s arent modded either except for select few guys that meet up on the weekends.

05-10-2013, 11:22 AM	#1
CamaroIOM12 Jim Drives: 2013 2SS Camaro Convertible Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: PA Posts: 702 View My Garage	Resonated X pipe??? I have a CAI with the air scoop and the water bottle is relocated, just put on MRT V2 axle backs. Might be a stupid question but what does a resonated X pipe do???

05-10-2013, 01:12 PM	#2
JDP Sales Drives: Chevys at the limit Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: SLC, UT Posts: 9,621	An X pipe will replace the factory H pipe. The benefit of an X pipe over an H pipe, is the X pipe will provide better scavenging. Basically, as every pulse of the exhaust passes through the X it creates a vacuum to help pull the next pulse from the other side of the X. This helps the engine breath easier and more efficiently. The resonated X is essentially a perforated X pipe with a muffler surrounding it. They will quiet down the exhaust and reduce rasp. Please feel free to call, PM or email me anytime with questions. We offer anything and everything Magnaflow at unbeatable prices. Best regards, Tyler 888-308-6007 Last edited by JDP Sales; 05-10-2013 at 02:52 PM.

05-10-2013, 01:18 PM	#3
JohnnyBfromPeoria Drives: 2012 LS M6, Black Join Date: May 2009 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 2,045	Obviously, headers are not a concern/possibility for LFX-equipped cars, so I might modify the statement to say that it's a good idea to consider a resonated x-pipe for any V-6 exhaust redo. John B. __________________ 12 LS M6, IPF S/C, ASA GT-5 wheels, VMax PTB 1995 Mitsubishi Montero SR 1987 Dodge Raider Turbo Project 1986 Mitsubishi Montero 2.4l FI Transplant

05-10-2013, 08:59 PM	#8
KaBoom1701 KaBoom1701 Drives: 13' ZL1 Red M6 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: I.E. SoCal (Yucaipa) Posts: 8,630	It's 100% needed if you have any after market exhaust. __________________ Mods: Roto-Fab Intake, WW Res. kit & Big Gulp Air Scoop, Elite Catch Can, ATI Super Damper & 18% OD Pulley, LF Idler pulley bracket, Metco CC breather, ID850 Injectors, Stainless Power Headers w/ ceramic coating, TR71X Spark Plugs, JMS Fuel Pump Booster, Bo White TB, Tuned by Ted @ Jannetty Racing, Ron Davis HX, D3 Reservoir, Pfadt 1" Springs, Moreno Camber Plates, ZL1 Addons Splitter guard washers, Tow Hook kit & rock guards, Hurst Shifter Billet Plus 6 Speed Short Shifter, ZL1 DRL lighting harness, ZL1 Recaro Seats.

05-13-2013, 10:33 AM	#10
IneedAZ Drives: 2017 ZL1 A10 & 2021 BMW M340i x Dr Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Tampa Posts: 5,110 View My Garage	But you dont have to go Resonated if u dont want to, i went Magnaflow TruX instead..easier to fit and sounds good without being obnoxious. __________________ Sold 2012 2LT RS 12.3@112 old setup Sold 1967 Camaro Pro Street. Ran 10's mild BB on NOS. 2017 HyperBlue ZL1 A10 Born 3/17/17Delivered 4/08/17 2020 Build: Mag2650, BTR Stage2, NW103, BG, 14% lower, 90mm upper, ARH 2" Long system w/no cats, SW Legend mufflers. 807hp/762tq on 93 gas and 848hp/792tq on e47 Sold 2018 (Go Mango) Dodge Charger Daytona 392 Daily Driver Daily Driver 2021 BMW M340i Xdrive

05-13-2013, 07:56 AM	#9
CamaroIOM12 Jim Drives: 2013 2SS Camaro Convertible Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: PA Posts: 702 View My Garage	Thanks for all the knowledge!!

05-13-2013, 02:00 PM	#12
IneedAZ Drives: 2017 ZL1 A10 & 2021 BMW M340i x Dr Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Tampa Posts: 5,110 View My Garage	No rasp at all...i think it sounds good. I have Solo HFC that i installed at the same time as Tru X. Then running an Axle Back Dynomax VT system. I still have the factory resonator after the X pipe. At some point i may eliminate it, but for now no complaints. __________________ Sold 2012 2LT RS 12.3@112 old setup Sold 1967 Camaro Pro Street. Ran 10's mild BB on NOS. 2017 HyperBlue ZL1 A10 Born 3/17/17Delivered 4/08/17 2020 Build: Mag2650, BTR Stage2, NW103, BG, 14% lower, 90mm upper, ARH 2" Long system w/no cats, SW Legend mufflers. 807hp/762tq on 93 gas and 848hp/792tq on e47 Sold 2018 (Go Mango) Dodge Charger Daytona 392 Daily Driver Daily Driver 2021 BMW M340i Xdrive

05-13-2013, 06:09 PM	#13
Abstrak Drives: 2012 AGM Camaro LS / Team LFX Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Maryland Posts: 546	I have had the car a year and still cant decide on an exhaust system listening online doesnt help and most of the 6s in my area arent modded at all. hell most of the v8s arent modded either except for select few guys that meet up on the weekends. __________________