H-Pipe?

**BULLET_WS6** · 04-16-2008, 09:50 AM

I did a search and can't find anything about H-Pipes... is it worth saving money to go H-Pipe on these cars. Or better yet what I'm asking, what is a disadvantage, scavenging issues? Too loud for some people? Let me know any info, I was just wondering where i can save money but won't do it if its cutting a corner...

**N20LT4** · 04-16-2008, 10:24 AM

Originally Posted by BULLET_WS6

I did a search and can't find anything about H-Pipes... is it worth saving money to go H-Pipe on these cars. Or better yet what I'm asking, what is a disadvantage, scavenging issues? Too loud for some people? Let me know any info, I was just wondering where i can save money but won't do it if its cutting a corner...

An X-pipe will scavenge more efficiently, giving you a slight increase in power over an H-pipe. An X-pipe is considerably louder though. Sometimes annoyingly loud. An H-pipe is more docile while cruising, similar to if you've heard a 5-liter with an H-pipe (which i'm sure you probably have). My opinion when it comes to "H" vs. "X" has always been what you prefer as far as sound. Like I said before, the X-pipe is definitely louder during cruise and has increased interior noise, and there is only a slightly power difference between the two. LS1sounds.com has some H-pipe TD cars on there, as well as X-pipes to compare the two.

**BULLET_WS6** · 04-16-2008, 10:28 AM

Originally Posted by N20LT4

An X-pipe will scavenge more efficiently, giving you a slight increase in power over an H-pipe. An X-pipe is considerably louder though. Sometimes annoyingly loud. An H-pipe is more docile while cruising, similar to if you've heard a 5-liter with an H-pipe (which i'm sure you probably have). My opinion when it comes to "H" vs. "X" has always been what you prefer as far as sound. Like I said before, the X-pipe is definitely louder during cruise and has increased interior noise, and there is only a slightly power difference between the two. LS1sounds.com has some H-pipe TD cars on there, as well as X-pipes to compare the two.

sweet thanks... and no i have never had a 5.0... sorry... went from jap cars, to my t/a now abotuto switch to a z28 and do my first td set up

**N20LT4** · 04-16-2008, 10:36 AM

Originally Posted by BULLET_WS6

sweet thanks... and no i have never had a 5.0... sorry... went from jap cars, to my t/a now abotuto switch to a z28 and do my first td set up

Why do you wan't to get rid of your Silver T/A and get a Camaro? I drive a Camaro myself, but love the silver T/A's. I owned one and still wish I had that car!

**BULLET_WS6** · 04-16-2008, 10:54 AM

Originally Posted by N20LT4

Why do you wan't to get rid of your Silver T/A and get a Camaro? I drive a Camaro myself, but love the silver T/A's. I owned one and still wish I had that car!

to make a long story short, owe money on t/a, getting a good amount for it, buying cheap z28, putting money into mods rather than car payments

**N20LT4** · 04-16-2008, 11:05 AM

Originally Posted by BULLET_WS6

to make a long story short, owe money on t/a, getting a good amount for it, buying cheap z28, putting money into mods rather than car payments

Oh okay, that's very understandable.

**9t8z28** · 04-16-2008, 05:57 PM

Originally Posted by N20LT4

An X-pipe will scavenge more efficiently, giving you a slight increase in power over an H-pipe. An X-pipe is considerably louder though. Sometimes annoyingly loud. An H-pipe is more docile while cruising, similar to if you've heard a 5-liter with an H-pipe (which i'm sure you probably have). My opinion when it comes to "H" vs. "X" has always been what you prefer as far as sound. Like I said before, the X-pipe is definitely louder during cruise and has increased interior noise, and there is only a slightly power difference between the two. LS1sounds.com has some H-pipe TD cars on there, as well as X-pipes to compare the two.

You are 100% backwards as far as the sound is concerned.

**BULLET_WS6** · 04-16-2008, 06:01 PM

Originally Posted by 9t8z28

You are 100% backwards as far as the sound is concerned.

yeah i was wondering... i was gonna say something but i didnt know for sure... i looked at a sound clip and the h is pretty loud lol... i think i may just shell out the extra hundred or so to go x... i guess there is a reason so many people go x on these cars

**9t8z28** · 04-16-2008, 06:01 PM

H-pipes are louder. They create more drone and a deeper tone especially at cruising speeds.

X-pipes are quieter. They smooth the exhaust tone especially at cruising speeds. They are raspy at peak rpm levels.

**N20LT4** · 04-16-2008, 06:02 PM

Originally Posted by 9t8z28

You are 100% backwards as far as the sound is concerned.

Actually your backwards. I had a BBK H-pipe on my '98 Cobra, then later switched to a Dr. Gas X-pipe. I've heard enough H's and X's to know the difference.

**9t8z28** · 04-16-2008, 06:04 PM

Originally Posted by N20LT4

Actually your backwards. I had a BBK H-pipe on my '98 Cobra, then later switched to a Dr. Gas X-pipe. I've heard enough H's and X's to know the difference.

Hmm, this is what I do for a living and I have installed more X-pipes and H-pipes with differnet muffler and different length systems than you can imagine.

**BULLET_WS6** · 04-16-2008, 06:04 PM

Originally Posted by N20LT4

Actually your backwards. I had a BBK H-pipe on my '98 Cobra, then later switched to a Dr. Gas X-pipe. I've heard enough H's and X's to know the difference.

the other guy works at an exhaust place

**N20LT4** · 04-16-2008, 06:05 PM

Originally Posted by 9t8z28

H-pipes are louder. They create more drone and a deeper tone especially at cruising speeds.

X-pipes are quieter. They smooth the exhaust tone especially at cruising speeds. They are raspy at peak rpm levels.

H-pipes create a "smoother" tone during cruise, versus the more raspy tone that an X-pipe creates.

**N20LT4** · 04-16-2008, 06:06 PM

Originally Posted by BULLET_WS6

the other guy works at an exhaust place

Am I supposed to be scared?

**BULLET_WS6** · 04-16-2008, 06:07 PM

Originally Posted by N20LT4

Am I supposed to be scared?

no but its the point that he's around exhaust all the time... works for pypes... very well renowned company

**9t8z28** · 04-16-2008, 06:08 PM

Originally Posted by N20LT4

Am I supposed to be scared?

No. You just have alot to learn.

I hate to admit it, but Mustangs are what I, and the company I work for specialize in.

**N20LT4** · 04-16-2008, 06:10 PM

Originally Posted by 9t8z28

No. You just have alot to learn.

I take no offense to your criticism. My cars faster than yours!

See, I can be a prick to

**9t8z28** · 04-16-2008, 06:11 PM

Originally Posted by N20LT4

I take no offense to your criticism. My cars faster than yours!

See, I can be a prick to

O.K.... I guess you win

**BULLET_WS6** · 04-16-2008, 06:12 PM

Originally Posted by N20LT4

I take no offense to your criticism. My cars faster than yours!

See, I can be a prick to

**9t8z28** · 04-16-2008, 06:15 PM

Well, anyway,

For TD's dumped, I prefer the deep sound they produce over the sound of an X.

I prefer the opposite with TD's all the way out the back.

I will probably never go back to an H-pipe, but they sure sound awesome.

I think it mainly comes down to your preference.