Iron Clad Lou
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thanks guys.
I'll post some pics after the mod is complete!
I'll post some pics after the mod is complete!
Resonator on the exhaust question....
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Iron Clad Lou
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momo.75
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X6RUNNER said:No! You come down here to Orlando with a big smoked Turkey and few pounds of live crawfish on Nov/24. I'll be more than happy to fix it.
Oh no..........i don't deliver live crawfish......I cook'em.....lol. I don't know the first thing about welding and could only go as far as to pay the guy to do it. The welds might not be perfect, but it looks 200 times better than a bolt on tip.:biggrin2:
Iron Clad Lou
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thanks momo...I am quite pleased...I also dig the additional grrr comin out the pipe now...as minimal as it may be...I decided not to have the tip welded on...I may have that done eventually...at this point I may try to adjust the clamp so the long bolt is not so visible from the back..but all in all, I am very glad I had this mod done!
Iron Clad Lou
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Iron Clad Lou
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Hayn4R
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Magnaflow vs Flowmaster vs Borla
I had flowmaster exhaust systems on two of my previous trucks ('79 Bronco & '90 Nissan hardbody) I liked everything about it. The sound, the hp, the gas, even the price was decent.
I haven't been around too many magnaflow or borlas. What is everyones input between the three exhaust makers? Is there another brand worth checking out as well?
Hayn4R
2005 Sport v6 4x4
I had flowmaster exhaust systems on two of my previous trucks ('79 Bronco & '90 Nissan hardbody) I liked everything about it. The sound, the hp, the gas, even the price was decent.
I haven't been around too many magnaflow or borlas. What is everyones input between the three exhaust makers? Is there another brand worth checking out as well?
Hayn4R
2005 Sport v6 4x4
JMarkim
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Momo
Is that a tacoma skid I saw in one of your old pics?
Also, I have a 14" Magnaflow, bout to cut the resonator, turn it and add a tip.
But, I'm not a welder.... So, do I need to hang something to hold the new tip (does it wobble without the connection where the resonator used to be?)
And without welding, would bolting on a new tip look cheap?
Is that a tacoma skid I saw in one of your old pics?
Also, I have a 14" Magnaflow, bout to cut the resonator, turn it and add a tip.
But, I'm not a welder.... So, do I need to hang something to hold the new tip (does it wobble without the connection where the resonator used to be?)
And without welding, would bolting on a new tip look cheap?
momo.75
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Yep, that is a Tacoma skid plate, but i know there were selling those with brackets for the 4Runner. They pop up from time to time on ebay.
I think the stock hanger is all that is holding my exhaust pipe, but i am not sure. I personally don't like bolt on tips, but they don't look bad. I would just check with an exhaust shop on how much it would cost for them to do it for you, including a tip. It really doesn't cost that much.
I think the stock hanger is all that is holding my exhaust pipe, but i am not sure. I personally don't like bolt on tips, but they don't look bad. I would just check with an exhaust shop on how much it would cost for them to do it for you, including a tip. It really doesn't cost that much.
BrianSD_42
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Thread successfully resurrected from 2006 ?
What the heck!
As I understand it, on a 3rd Gen you want to have a resonator (TRD, or Tundra part) because it cancels out the drone but allows high airflow.
My exhaust: Flowmaster + Tundra resonator.
What the heck!
As I understand it, on a 3rd Gen you want to have a resonator (TRD, or Tundra part) because it cancels out the drone but allows high airflow.
My exhaust: Flowmaster + Tundra resonator.
oljedi11950
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resonator
Just to add , on my 03 taco we had put the resonator before muffler so it wouldn't kill ya n the cab actually (cherry bomb) worked well 50 delta ser. flowmaster . Not sure why the 4gen. 4r have it after , I've deleted mine !!
Just to add , on my 03 taco we had put the resonator before muffler so it wouldn't kill ya n the cab actually (cherry bomb) worked well 50 delta ser. flowmaster . Not sure why the 4gen. 4r have it after , I've deleted mine !!
BrianSD_42
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If you install an aftermarket Muffler the resonator will make a big difference in drone. I personally have had the same flow master without the Tundra resonator and with it. No one else claims to have done this, at least that I have read on this forum. It does make a difference, huge difference. You can probably get a used resonator (mine is used) from a scrap yard for $10. The TRD and Borla complete systems come with a resonator ... For a reason.
WXman
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I'm running a Dynomax VT muffler.
Just had the resonator removed this morning and a tip welded in place. There is a noticeable difference in sound now. I am actually a little surprised how easy it is to tell the difference.
If I had a Magnaflow or Flowmaster or some other obnoxious muffler I would leave the resonator in place to help with drone. But since my Dynomax VT already has drone-killing technology built in I'm pretty happy without the resonator in place. Sounds better.
Just had the resonator removed this morning and a tip welded in place. There is a noticeable difference in sound now. I am actually a little surprised how easy it is to tell the difference.
If I had a Magnaflow or Flowmaster or some other obnoxious muffler I would leave the resonator in place to help with drone. But since my Dynomax VT already has drone-killing technology built in I'm pretty happy without the resonator in place. Sounds better.
Just contacted a shop about this mod.
Resonator delete.
Bent (60 or 90) stainless extension to exit behind the tire.
Stainless tip.
Just waiting to hear back from the "exhaust guys" at the shop.
Thanks for all the great info in this thread and sorry for bumping an ancient thread. Will update with photo when I finally get it done.
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Resonator delete.
Bent (60 or 90) stainless extension to exit behind the tire.
Stainless tip.
Just waiting to hear back from the "exhaust guys" at the shop.
Thanks for all the great info in this thread and sorry for bumping an ancient thread. Will update with photo when I finally get it done.
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