S52 swap muffler suggestions

[johnjohnsons54]

I'm pondering the idea of building up a custom exhaust for my S52 swap. I've listened to as many sound clips as possible and I'm for sure going to put together a system that consists of 2 mufflers and maybe even some inexpensive cats. Probably do a Y pipe into a 2.5 inch pipe and/or throw an X pipe in there if it's deemed essential.

While I do like a few of the custom 24V exhausts that use magnaflow, dynomax, and vibrant mufflers, most of these combinations seem to be a little loud for my tastes. Essentially I'm looking for more of a deep and smooth sound as opposed to the more hollow glug glug sound like a V8 would make.....I've got a truck for that.

2 questions......

1. What would be a good mid muffler that would most effectively suppress loudness, drone and rasp? Maybe borla? dynomax?

2. What are some potentially higher end choices for the rear muffler that might provide a deep smooth tone that will be civil enough for DD duties but snarl at WOT?


I'm currently leaning towards a Y-pipe--> magnaflow cat--->dynomax muffler--->borla pro XS

I'd be willing to spend a little more on the rear muffler if it would actually make a difference in creating a deep, tuned exhaust note.

All suggestions appreciated!

[valleymotorwerks]

Listen to my videos in the swap section of the forum. Many things contribute to the tonal quality and drone of a system. It isn't just the muffler... my system has 0 drone and is quiet at steady state cruise.

[johnjohnsons54]

thanks I'm on it...

.....and that exhaust is about perfect. Very nice work indeed! The problem is that I don't have a shop that can even approach that quality of work and I'm scared to ask what your system cost.....props for getting it done. I love how nicely it's tucked and I'm also a fan of the El Diablo.

The good news is that Guten Parts+Service is apparently collaborating with Rogue to make a header back true dual exhaust that is specifically tailored for 24V swaps. It's not going to be cheap but I'm starting to think it could be worth it when you factor in the cost of high quality mufflers, cats and fab work at a really good shop.