Anyone running Roush Axlebacks with a Ford Performance X Pipe?

[bonz50]

it is still an X-pipe.

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[H.O.T.A. Death]

it is still an X-pipe.

So why is the Roush X Pipe thats part of a catback, so tame to other X pipes? Is it like resonated or something?

 

[bonz50]

So why is the Roush X Pipe thats part of a catback, so tame to other X pipes? Is it like resonated or something?

it's not, looks like a standard X to my eyes. maybe the mufflers are different than the stand ard axle backs? I got nothing on the why's of it. I just know its sounds nice without being overly loud or obnoxious. the other option I was considering was the Ford Racing Sport cat-back.

 

[James1980]

Effective Jan 1, 2023, there will be six cities that will install sound sensors with cameras that will mail tickets to offenders. The six cities will not be announced, but there will be signs stating that you are entering a sound zone (more idiocy from our leaders). This will eventually be taken statewide just like red light cameras. I also expect it to become part of the roadside smog checks that are prevalent around here. I refer to them as the Smog Nazi's. They primarily focus on diesel pickups, but now they can also sting performance cars with modified exhaust systems. Wondering when they are going to flag in a group of Angels, Bandito's, or any other bike club for overly loud exhaust systems?

Not to hijack, but for what its worth, the road side smog checks are optional
https://www.ocregister.com/2016/09/10/honk-the-roadside-smog-check-is-optional/

The cameras on the side of the road for the sound zones will be more problematic. I suppose active exhaust will be come necessary for those of us that like to make some noise, or just get the hell out of here asap. Sad what this place has become

 

[Paul McWhiskey]

Not to hijack, but for what its worth, the road side smog checks are optional
https://www.ocregister.com/2016/09/10/honk-the-roadside-smog-check-is-optional/

The cameras on the side of the road for the sound zones will be more problematic. I suppose active exhaust will be come necessary for those of us that like to make some noise, or just get the hell out of here asap. Sad what this place has become

I had forgotten to mention that you can simply say No Thank You. Thanks for bringing that up, Jim.

 

[Rapid Red]

why not just get the full roush cat-back at this point instead?

FTR - I have the roush cat-back. I do not find it loud at all, it is a very reasonable level, even at cold start. sure it'll bark when you stomp on the loud pedal, the answer is dont do that in areas you dont want to bother people. this is with stock headers/cats. maybe long tubes w/ cats open that up a bit more I'm sure. at the moment I'm very happy with the selection.

this morn's cold start

What's the point what I have is the same deal think about it.

 

[bonz50]

What's the point what I have is the same deal think about it.

it could be, I don't know for sure. the only 'real' difference I could see is the section of OEM exhaust pipe that is left in place between the X and the axle back, which is 2.25" vs 2.5" all the way thru for the catback. does that change the tone or the volume of the exhaust?? not sure but that is indeed a difference. whether or not it makes a real world difference is a different argument.

 

[Rapid Red]

it could be, I don't know for sure. the only 'real' difference I could see is the section of OEM exhaust pipe that is left in place between the X and the axle back, which is 2.25" vs 2.5" all the way thru for the catback. does that change the tone or the volume of the exhaust?? not sure but that is indeed a difference. whether or not it makes a real world difference is a different argument.

Yeah, it makes ya wonder, any way you slice it, the Roush has a great sound..

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