2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission Best 4" Turbo Back Exhaust??

[KVaughn]

The pipe upgrade is next. Between the MBRP, Bully Dog, Silverline, ATS, Magnaflow, Flowpro, Diesel Pro etc. etc. what is the best one to get? I don't want it to sound like a dump truck just want to lower EGTs and upgrade the sound a little. It looks like you can get the T409 SS, MBRP 4" with 5" tip for about $500 at usdieseleparts.com Any suggestions?

 

[dzldpatriot]

Good question... . I've wondered the same, for the same reasons. Getting ready to head to florida with the 5er. "Needing" exhaust, BHAF & Edge EZ. Will wait for the results :-laf

 

[Short Stack]

I got mine from Rip Rook in Oregon, it has a dimond eye muffler and I am very pleased with it. No drone, sounds great and when you really hammer down sounds even better. I pull a 5er too sounds great, also very easy to install.

 

[Short Stack]

Also 4 Bills delivered to my front door.

 

[Mark Craig]

KVaughn,



We sell the MBRP exclusively, it gets you 100% welded hangers just like the factory system, and REAL muffler packed with ceramic blanket and stainless steel wool. They are available in aluminized, T-409 or T-304 stainless steel and in singles or dual systems. They start at the low 300's and are by far the best quality value for you money. There are less expensive systems available but not better for the dollar!!



Mark @ DPPI

 

[pwerwagn]

Do a search. I believe that Rips is the best value out there, and you rareley ever hear of an unsatisfied customer.

Rips all the way, 100%. Do a search and I think you will agree.

--Jeff

 

[Crazygator]

Just as Mark Craig posted above, go to his web site and purchase through him. I run the MBRP system and it is awesome, plus you will not find a nicer bunch of guys that also will take care of you after the sale.



And if you really want a good sounding exhaust order the straight pipe, just dont install the muffler that comes with the kit. Mine sounds like a big rig now :-laf



www.dieselperformanceparts.com

 

[Tcolesanti]

My vote goes for Rip Rook's exhaust, awesome fit, looks great, sounds great and his hangars are outstanding.

 

[Dave M]

I purchased the MBRP 4 in SS T409 turbo-back system and was very happy with the fit and performance. I searched around like you and decided on MBRP and am very happy. The whole system looks like a piece of chrome . It bolted up with no problem to the stock hangers. I got the T305 SS 5 inch double wall tip and it really looks great and keeps the soot off my dually fenders. Pricey at $60 but worth it IMHO.



I would recommend using band clamps instead of the U-bolt type clamps that it came with, if you ever want to remove the pipes. The clamps can crimp the pipes making it impossible to remove easily or at all. I got my 3 band clamps at NAPA T305 SS for $10 apiece. I have since removed loosened the tailpipe to re-adjust it and it was easy to move and re-fit.



You can get the 4 inch SS T409 MBRP system for $440 + free shipping at www.xtremediseel.com. When I got mine in Dec it was cheapest since ground shipping was free.



Here's a link to their MBRP exhaust:



http://www.xtremediesel.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=414



Some have noticed the drone at 1700-2200 RPM, but mine wasn't too

objectionable for me.



Only thing I would reconsider is getting a 4 inch downpipe to bolt directly to a new Turbo in the future. The MBRP downpipe has a 3. 5 inch adapter piece welded on so it will bolt to the turbo downpipe elbow. This restriction could be eliminated (I think) with a true 4 inch downpipe all the way up to the turbo and eliminate the elbow... as I understand it this would work.



Good Luck,



Dave

 

[Gary - K7GLD]

Where in Oregon is Rip - and I assume he will also install his system as well?



And does Rip also provide a larger downpipe from the turbo, either as part of his system, or as an extra cost option? What type metal is used in his system - is rust in the future for his system?

 

[Dave M]

If your after the MBRP SS system www.piersdiesel.com has the same system for $440 but I don't think shipping is free. I believe Piers has the true 4 inch downpipe.



Heres a link to Piers for exhaust prices:



http://www.piersdiesel.com/DodgeUSPrice.htm





Happy hunting



Dave

 

[Eric_B]

I have the Jegs 4" turbo-back system on mine. Sounds Great and no drone to boot. $315 delivered to my door. Oo.

 

[RBrunson]

4" exhaust

Gary, Rips shop is in Milwaukie about 3mi. off interstate 205. I have a set of this 4" duel that exit straight out the back with 5" tips. They sound good, not to loud. See my readers rigs for pictures. Click on pictures for a close up. Just a happy customer.

Here is his web site. www.sourceautomotive.biz

 

[Dave M]

I assumed you were looking for a stainless exhaust .



The prices mentioned on some of these systems cannot be for a stainless exhaust . Have you first decided you want stainless or not ? Or are you trying to decide? Most of the posts did not mentioned stainless so I'm puzzled because that will greatly effect the price.

 

[Cummins Thunder]

I am running the MBRP 4" aluminized, with great results so far!

My MBRP system has no drone and is just a little louder than stock.

 

[LOtero]

you cant go wrong with rips, i have a rips 4" straight and love it, it sounds like it may be a lil too loud for your tastes. great price, great product, easy install!

 

[CFast]

summit racing has aluminum exhaust for 300 bucks. 4 inch, sounds good, easy to install.

 

[HeavyHauler]

Only thing I would reconsider is getting a 4 inch downpipe to bolt directly to a new Turbo in the future. The MBRP downpipe has a 3. 5 inch adapter piece welded on so it will bolt to the turbo downpipe elbow. This restriction could be eliminated (I think) with a true 4 inch downpipe all the way up to the turbo and eliminate the elbow... as I understand it this would work.

The only way to get a TRUE 4" downpipe would be to get a different turbo that has a 4" flange. I'm confused by your statement. Every 4" exhaust system has to have a 3. 5" adapter flange so it will bolt to the turbo. The MBRP system has as close to a 4" downpipe as any system that bolts to an HX35 could.

 

[rweis]

Rip



Bob Weis

 

[Dave M]

The only way to get a TRUE 4" downpipe would be to get a different turbo that has a 4" flange. I'm confused by your statement. Every 4" exhaust system has to have a 3. 5" adapter flange so it will bolt to the turbo. The MBRP system has as close to a 4" downpipe as any system that bolts to an HX35 could.

Well... I'm confused too. I remember reading about getting a true 4 in downpipe that would bolt directly to, I think, a new turbo (or was it turbo flange. . I don't know) to eliminate the 3. 5 inch section. I assumed that the elbow could be eliminated and the 4 in downpipe would bolt directly to any turbo. Now when you say flange do you mean the elbow or is it a flange on the turbo your talking about?



I guess my conclusion is wrong. Please educate me on what it would take to have 4 inch all the way. Are you saying that it would take a 4 inch elbow on any turbo or just particular turbos.



Could you get a true 4 inch downpipe that, somehow, would still be able to bolt to the stock turbo now so later you would be ready for the switch to a new turbo capable of 4 inch all the way, thereby eliminating this 3. 5 in restriction?



Sorry for the confusion... I guess I'm guilty of being confused... . help me out here.



Thanks,

Dave