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Exhaust...Axle back vs. cat back??

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Old Apr 23, 2016 | 03:08 PM
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I have a 2 door and went with the dynomax evolution competition exhaust that is meant for a 4 door. Yes, its not meant for the 2 door, but I made a few cuts in the pipes to make it work. Exhaust hangers won't line up so having custom hangers will be needed.




https://youtu.be/xz5hoGHJqZw?list=PL...1FeVXA3nJwwSAY

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Old Apr 23, 2016 | 03:54 PM
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Default Legato Performance Jeep System - $279

This is an axle back system - and works on a wide variety of body styles.

Hope you'll take a look
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Old Apr 24, 2016 | 03:44 AM
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Originally Posted by hotprowl
Just out of curiosity would I gain anything (or lose anything) by going axle back vs cat back exhaust? Not sure if the baffle is before or after the axle. I was looking at a flowmaster on eBay any an axle back 2 chamber is $135 and the cat back American thunder is $418.
I just put a Banks cat back on my 16 Hard Rock yesterday. It's been my experience that you gain a minor amount of power, a bit more throttle response, and maybe 1 or 2 mpg. Nothing earthshaking.

As far as the Banks, it's quiet but had not delivered the deeper tone I was looking for. It's a quality system for sure and the fit was superb but I think I'd go with another brand if I could do it all over again. Maybe Flowmaster.
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Old Apr 24, 2016 | 03:49 AM
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Originally Posted by metal
Legato Performance features full 16-gauge 409 stainless steel tubing and muffler with a pair of four-inch polished 304 SS tips. Best of all, it sounds great. Why spend $400 or more for tubing, muffler and tips? Here is a sample from one of our customers. No tricks - just great sounding exhaust! check us out at: 2012-2016 Jeep Wrangler V6 Exhaust Axle Back Kits from Legato Performance Here is an unsolicited response from one of our customers. YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mh6-r4xxBrk
Nice price but too loud for my taste these days especially with a softop. Will have to keep out what else is offered, not sure I want dual exhaust either or at least where its visible.
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Old Apr 25, 2016 | 10:19 AM
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Default Legato Exhaust

No worries - sound is very personal. We think we hit the mark with the sound especially considering the soft tops found on Jeeps - where the sound can be be very distracting at cruise speeds. These systems are selling very well with a very positive reaction to the exhaust.
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Old May 5, 2016 | 10:54 PM
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Originally Posted by MagnaFlow
A full catback will help get you a deeper tone and a little more power, but axlebacks work great if you were just looking for a little more sound. Our 15160 system has been a big hit with JK owners!
I just installed your rockkrawler edition on my jK..... Guess I'm officially old cuz I can't stand the sound! This was the worst upgrade I've done to my poor JK. It's so damn loud in the cabin from 2500-4000 RPM. Big regrets wishin I never touch the stock exhaust
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Old May 6, 2016 | 07:13 AM
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Just to be clear - this is not the Legato Performance system - correct? The order of he thread had be concerned at first.
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Old May 6, 2016 | 09:32 AM
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I ended up going with the Ops Armor axle back. Pretty happy with it. Not obnoxiously loud, but you can hear the difference over stock. I was looking at all the people picking these up at Jeep Beach, so thats what kinda swayed my decision to go with the Ops Armor. And the fact that they were having a sale. $399 on sale for $199. The tips that come with it are etched or silk screened Ops Armor. Click image for larger version

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Old May 6, 2016 | 09:46 AM
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Originally Posted by mhockey9090
I have a 2 door and went with the dynomax evolution competition exhaust that is meant for a 4 door. Yes, its not meant for the 2 door, but I made a few cuts in the pipes to make it work. Exhaust hangers won't line up so having custom hangers will be needed.




https://youtu.be/xz5hoGHJqZw?list=PL...1FeVXA3nJwwSAY

https://youtu.be/AEVk5skSYUA
Hey man you have any shots of how you set your rear hanger up? The way I set mine up looks like ass and causes the turndown pipe to tilt sideways. Thanks
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Old May 6, 2016 | 09:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Monte417
Hey man you have any shots of how you set your rear hanger up? The way I set mine up looks like ass and causes the turndown pipe to tilt sideways. Thanks
I literally just had a rear hanger thrown on and weld the tip to the muffler. The clamp was all the way tightened down and still rattling around.

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