SW & ARH Cat-Back-H-->Pros & Cons!

"THIS IS MY OPINION"

Was gonna say "These are the Facts" but I don't feel like starting a Thread/Post War-->addle:

Dig for the pros & cons below, I'm not the best at expressing myself in a post!

I originally installed a SW Cat-Back-H on my GT PP LE AT.

Sold it because it was too loud in the cabin in the 1800-2200 RPM range (DRONE) I know others have claimed "NO DRONE"-->:cheers:

SW sounded great outside the cabin, Low Rumble at idle with some Raspiness on acceleration & was definitely louder in all rpm ranges than the ARH.

Purchased & Installed ARH CB-H.

It doesn't have DRONE at any Speed/RPM + it has a Lower Rumble at idle (exhaust note is slightly lower in Frequency)...I would call it more "Adult Sounding" (Yes I said that!!)...With the windows rolled up it almost mirrors the stock exhaust, sound wise-->QUIET.

I drove/tested on I-80 Lincoln->Omaha->Lincoln (apx 115 Miles) I set the cruise at 60 MPH and increased by 1 MPH every couple of miles up to 80 MPH & back down, to check dBs...

At every speed with Stock & ARH You can carry on a normal conversation, not with the SW.

Get on the throttle (ARH) it lets ya know you're driving a V8, W/O advertising, I have an obnoxious sounding exhaust...Nothing wrong with LOUD EXHAUST (SW)...Just not MY cup of ____ for the Street!

I'm after a "Low Frequency-Rumbly-Growly-Tone" not (((VOLUME)))

The ARH Cat-Back-H Pipe is the perfect exhaust for-->"ME"

Bottom line, Both are delivering the goods. If ya want a good low rumbly idle sound, both are a winner.

If ya want a little more volume, SW is the way to go.

If ya want a more Mellow Rumble + Quieter Cabin, ARH is the way to go.

The SW is way more simple/easy to install.

The ARH doesn't come with instructions. You have to figure out where the pipes go, plus they hang down more than the Stock or SW (I'm concerned they may snag)(see pic below)...was told it would be easy...Well, ARH please label the pipes or include instructions that show which way the H-Pipe goes (Up-Down?) and which pipes goes where...Not fun under Jack-Stands!

I'll let this thread know my feelings after about another 1-2K miles.

I was waiting for this. Super relieved to hear your thoughts regarding drone, it's hard for me to comment on drone when I've never really heard it before. I was pretty sure it didn't have it, but wasn't 100% sure. Regardless, I’m glad you like it!

And yes, I definitely agree about the pipes hanging lower. Even after I had mine fixed (the left side was sagging a few inches extra), they still look “low” to me. But there’s literally no more room for them to move up. Not thrilled about it, but i doubt it'll hit anything.

I am surprised that the SW is louder though. That just shows you how (un)reliable youtube clips and dB readers can be.

Farmundeh said:

And yes, I definitely agree about the pipes hanging lower. Even after I had mine fixed (the left side was sagging a few inches extra), they still look “low” to me. But there’s literally no more room for them to move up. Not thrilled about it, but i doubt it'll hit anything.

I am surprised that the SW is louder though. That just shows you how (un)reliable youtube clips and dB readers can be.

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The low pipes need an update/upgrade.

I actually used two (not professionally calibrated) SPL Meters to confirm what I was hearing.

Husker, great mini review/comparison. Any chance for a video? Not too many ARH catback only video's out there.

Good write up Harley, we too don't experience any drone with the Full ARH setup. Glad you like the setup though.

You might be able to adjust the Cat back a little more now.

bwilly said:

Husker, great mini review/comparison. Any chance for a video? Not too many ARH catback only video's out there.

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I've been meaning to take better clips but the weather around here has been relentless. I'm curious if anyone else who ordered the ARH H-pipe catback has installed theirs yet? I believe there were a few members who ordered other than Harley.

jayman33 said:

Good write up Harley, we too don't experience any drone with the Full ARH setup. Glad you like the setup though.

You might be able to adjust the Cat back a little more now.

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How do I adjust, it does not move unless I jack on it and then it rubs the exhaust tips against the plastic-->:shrug:

I should be able to make a video of the full ARH exhaust sometime next week. Mine will include ARH LT's and no cats but will use the ARH catback H pipe and mufflers. Surely someone else has these already mounted up.

Here is the same picture lightened up to show how low they (ARH CB-H) hang.

drone issues? i feel bad for you son. ive got 99 problems but drone aint one..

sorry i just felt like i needed to =)

Mikeiscoo2 said:

drone issues? i feel bad for you son. ive got 99 problems but drone aint one..

sorry i just felt like i needed to =)

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"99 Problems" Jay-Z

Those sure look close to the diff at ride height. No clearance issues with suspension travel? Those look silly low in the pic. I was looking at their setup down the road with headers upgrade, but looking at that axle back setup I'll probably pass on for that section.

Wow, those are low! I'm sure I will be able to find someplace to drag mine off.

sometimes people go 3 or 4 times before they find that perfect choice

sounds like your done!

Husker said:

Here is the same picture lightened up to show how low they (ARH CB-H) hang.

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this seems EXTREMELY low. Are you sure they are rotated properly?