****Update****
after riding now a couple months with the magnaflows, it is just too loud for me. I've switched to the flowmaster 40's and are much happier. Still have the x-pipe where the resonator was. Not as deep a throttle sound but in all I'm happier. If anyone is interested in my Magnaflow...
Attending car shows. Promoting the magazine. Taking pictures for possible submission. Writing articles. Special press pass to national car shows with special pro ledges. Just having fun doing what I love, cars!