Who makes the best H-Pipe

LowDown · 01-09-2002, 08:38 AM

I'm going to be ordering a complete exhaust system this month. I've already ordered Flowmaster 3-chamber cat-back and I've decided to get FRPP ceramic coated headers. But I can't decide on which h-pipe I should get. Who makes the best(quality) h-pipe WITH CATS?

302 LX Eric · 01-09-2002, 09:24 AM

I've got a BBK off-road H-pipe - it's nice. I've also seen the BBK pipe with cats, and it too is nice. I don't think there is a large discrepancy in H-pipes - as far as quality goes. I would just stick with one of the bigger company's.

Why did you decide to go with FRPP headers, Flowmasters cat-back and then a different brand of H-pipe? Just curious.

E

SaleenGTS · 01-09-2002, 10:33 AM

I have had the Bassani X-pipe and had excelent powergains.....still have it if you want to buy it. I alo had the old powerchamber....not quite as good but was very nice sounding.

There is a new MAC crossover...the Pro-Chamber. It has tested above all th rest ad sounds GRRREEEAATTT.

If you have longtubes thoug, BBK is theonly thing hat will fit unless you get a shop to weld in a knuckle to ft the headers.

chris91LX · 01-10-2002, 12:07 AM

I have the Bassani offroad x and it's great. Good sound, good power easy install. Kind of wish I had gone with the x w/cats, but for ~$220 more I'll deal with my paranoia.

Coupe5oh · 01-10-2002, 12:44 AM

I have mac 2.5 offroad, it fit like crap, but it sounds alright, i heard that prochamber is nice, but i only paid like 130 for mine.

LowDown · 01-10-2002, 02:18 AM

Thanks for all the input guys.

Quote:

Why did you decide to go with FRPP headers, Flowmasters cat-back and then a different brand of H-pipe? Just curious.

The FRPP headers, from my research, are the best concerning fit, quality and longevity. I like the mellow tone of the the 3-chamber flows (and I need something a little more on the quiet side because of local sound ordnances). And I want to find the most durable h-pipe possible, so that I won't end up replacing it in a couple of years.

I don't think that the x-pipes would be worth the money for my application. I just want a high quality, 2.5in. h-pipe with cats that is coated to reduce heat on the tranny, and that will fit both manual and automatic transmissions. I've heard that Mac's doesn't always have a good fit and the HTS coating wears off quick. What about BBK? Does FRPP make ceramic coated h-pipes with cats? If so, where can I find them?

anyone?

cyberstang5.0 · 01-10-2002, 08:21 AM

I had the MAC h-pipe with hi flow cats and they sounded great. It was a little hard to get it installed but after a little bit of determiniation, I got it. I installed (last sunday) the BBK off-road h-pipe and OMG!!!!!! I never thought that my car could sound that good! I love it and am very pleased! It only cost 160 from summit. I think it was money worth spent! When you do get the new h-pipe, make sure that you get new O2 sensors.

302 LX Eric · 01-10-2002, 09:57 AM

LowDown - makes sense. FRPP would probably fit the best since they are a Ford product.

Just an FYI, I've never seen a coated H-pipe before. Headers yes. I guess you could take it to a coating facility and have them coat it for you.

E

01-09-2002, 08:38 AM	#1
LowDown Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Germany Posts: 91	Who makes the best H-Pipe I'm going to be ordering a complete exhaust system this month. I've already ordered Flowmaster 3-chamber cat-back and I've decided to get FRPP ceramic coated headers. But I can't decide on which h-pipe I should get. Who makes the best(quality) h-pipe WITH CATS? __________________ What?

01-09-2002, 09:24 AM	#2
302 LX Eric or '331 LX Eric' Join Date: Jan 1999 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 2,142	I've got a BBK off-road H-pipe - it's nice. I've also seen the BBK pipe with cats, and it too is nice. I don't think there is a large discrepancy in H-pipes - as far as quality goes. I would just stick with one of the bigger company's. Why did you decide to go with FRPP headers, Flowmasters cat-back and then a different brand of H-pipe? Just curious. E __________________ 1991 5.0 LX Coupe - 40,750 miles 331 cu. in. / Tremec 3550 / BFG Drag Radials 12.22 @ 114.31 mph - w/1.89 60'

01-09-2002, 10:33 AM	#3
SaleenGTS RICE taste like Chicken Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Edmond, OK Posts: 687	I have had the Bassani X-pipe and had excelent powergains.....still have it if you want to buy it. I alo had the old powerchamber....not quite as good but was very nice sounding. There is a new MAC crossover...the Pro-Chamber. It has tested above all th rest ad sounds GRRREEEAATTT. If you have longtubes thoug, BBK is theonly thing hat will fit unless you get a shop to weld in a knuckle to ft the headers. __________________ Dustin 89 Saleen GT Sport Supercharged 306 Started her up 6/8/03 Old Motor Supercharged 347 516 rwhp 553 rwtq 11.249@126.83 1997 Honda CBR 1100XX Super Blackbird 162 hp

01-10-2002, 12:07 AM	#4
chris91LX Registered Member Join Date: Oct 1998 Location: Suburban Chicago, Hanover Park Posts: 695	I have the Bassani offroad x and it's great. Good sound, good power easy install. Kind of wish I had gone with the x w/cats, but for ~$220 more I'll deal with my paranoia. __________________ My Ford Club http://www.midwestfords.org/ Best time N/A 12.9 @ 107 1.711 60' 125 shot - 12.04 @ 113 1.59 60'

01-10-2002, 12:44 AM	#5
Coupe5oh Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: SanAntonio, Tx Posts: 734	I have mac 2.5 offroad, it fit like crap, but it sounds alright, i heard that prochamber is nice, but i only paid like 130 for mine. __________________ Police package 5spd 90 Lx, Stock original motor, 3.27grs, BM fan, fms 10.5 clutch, D&D quadrant, and adjuster, ADS chip, 180 stat, mac cai, mac h-pipe, mac subframe connectors, ASP crank pulley, ripper shifter, 26x10.5 M/T sport pros welds. 246 hp according to analyzer Race weight: 3,120 E.t-13.57 with 26x10.50's e.t. streets. 1.88 60' mph- 99.92 mph

01-10-2002, 08:21 AM	#7
cyberstang5.0 347ci of HORSE POWER!!! Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 1,416	I had the MAC h-pipe with hi flow cats and they sounded great. It was a little hard to get it installed but after a little bit of determiniation, I got it. I installed (last sunday) the BBK off-road h-pipe and OMG!!!!!! I never thought that my car could sound that good! I love it and am very pleased! It only cost 160 from summit. I think it was money worth spent! When you do get the new h-pipe, make sure that you get new O2 sensors.

01-10-2002, 09:57 AM	#8
302 LX Eric or '331 LX Eric' Join Date: Jan 1999 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 2,142	LowDown - makes sense. FRPP would probably fit the best since they are a Ford product. Just an FYI, I've never seen a coated H-pipe before. Headers yes. I guess you could take it to a coating facility and have them coat it for you. E __________________ 1991 5.0 LX Coupe - 40,750 miles 331 cu. in. / Tremec 3550 / BFG Drag Radials 12.22 @ 114.31 mph - w/1.89 60'

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