Recent content by Soundofmind

Two short pieces were added to the inlet and outlet of the Borla. This made up the difference in length and provided a solid mating surface to rejoin the existing pipe.

That is the exact opposite of what Borla told me. Here is the email exchange. I thought I composed a concise and detailed inquiry into their products. The response I got was (borderline insulting) VERY helpful! Soundofmind: Borla: It seems Borla couldn't be bothered with anything but the...

I got the Pro XS. It's un-notched. I believe you are correct. The Turbo XL is just the old name. (It is virtually impossible to verify online. I checked. A lot. Even contacted Borla. You can imagine how helpful that was)

^ This. I have personally entered maintenance reminders (oil, tire rotation...). Head unit would randomly freeze up (buttons unresponsive, couldn't lower the volume if something was playing, ugh...). If I didn't do anything, the head unit would reboot by itself and then work fine for an...

I'll try to clarify: 1. The stock pipe was cut just before and after the muffler. Stock muffler removed. 2. Borla and new hangers got welded in. 3. The pipe going over the rear axle remained in place. 4. That pipe was cut after it turns down. Stock tailpipe removed. 5. New piece of...

I have never heard a Gibson in person. But, if someone says the Borla is "too loud", I'm not really sure what they would be looking for. It's not loud at all. If the Gibson is quieter than the Borla, why would they get it? Hard to describe I guess. If the stock exhaust is a volume 1, then...

Yes. This is just a replacement of the stock muffler, with a right angle exit. Not the Borla cat back "system". $$$

As I said earlier, the difference is quite subtle. Exactly what I wanted. You're right, in the Borla product video, the setup is quiet. But, in real life, it is louder than stock, but not much. You cannot hear any difference at idle. I hope the videos I linked help to explain.

DAY 2: I took a highway trip today to determine if any persistent droning problems exist. None detected. There is a *slight* resonance in the cab at 2300-2500 RPM. The Borla has an overall throatier tone and is a bit louder than stock. You can hear it inside, but it's not oppressive. The...

Thanks to everyone who contributed to the thread about possible heat issues with a side exit exhaust. I had a question about the proximity to the plastic body parts under the fender. The consensus was there's nothing to worry about. Side exit exhaust question Got my Borla 40665 installed...

Just got a Borla 40665 Pro XS muffler and an OEM exhaust tip. The original plan was to simply replace the stock muffler on my 2014 SR5 and route the exhaust out the side, behind the rear tire, as many here have done. I went to the muffler shop and the first thing the owner was concerned about...

They had a special at my local O'reilly. A jug of Valvoline 0W-20 and a filter for around 25 bucks. I bought one more quart at the (affordable!) regular price. Found a local shop who charged me $20 to change the oil. The owner had to eat some of that to pay for oil disposal. lol I guess I...

So, does that mean that any aftermarket swaybar for the LC will fit a 4R? It can't be that easy.... What year LC was listed for the part you found? EDIT: Sorry for the threadjack. EDIT 2: I just found this on their website. Is a Hilux 4Runner 5th gen (surf) the same as a SR5 Premium...

I got mine at invoice. From what I understand, that can be pretty tough to do, at least in my area. I'm sure someone will prove me wrong. Slightly off-topic: What sway bars did you get? I was under the impression that aftermarket (stiffer) sway bars were not available for the 5th gen...

Well, I guess that clears it up. If the OP was indeed referencing the compartment shown in my picture, I suggest asking the dealer to find/replace the missing door.