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| I ordered a GReddy SP (Street Performance)
cat-back (after the catalytic converter) exhaust system. As I drove
into my subdivision, I saw a huge cardboard box by the front door
of my house and knew right away what it was. I was very excited to
receive my Christmas gift to myself. |
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| I was surprised by just how huge the box
was. As you can see, the box is already wider than my car, so it's
a good thing I got it delivered instead of picking it up. |
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So what is the exhaust system anyway?
The exhaust system is after the headers, which carry exhaust gasses
out of the engine. The headers move the exhaust gasses to the exhaust
system which consist of a series of pipes, catalytic converters (some
cars may have 1, 2 or even 3 cats) and the muffler. While the headers
improve flow of exhaust gasses from the engine, they can't do their
job most efficiently unless the headers have an adequate exhaust system
to move the gasses too.
Here you can see all the parts removed from the box. |
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I selected a GReddy exhaust system as
they are a well known and high quality company. The original style
I wanted, the Evolution was not available, but the manager at Driver's
Image said that the SP model was just as good and would provide better
clearance.
It comes with a nice little box with an inspection notice, warranty
card, decal, 4 bolts and some metal gaskets. However, it did NOT come
with instructions! But it turned out to be pretty simple. |
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| Here you can see the muffler and the tip.
The tip is much bigger than I expected, but it looks a lot bigger
sitting on your living room floor than on the car. |
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| Here's a nicer view of the can and tip. |
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| Here's a picture of the GReddy emblem
that is attached to the bottom of the can. |
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| Here is the main pipe that runs from the
catalytic converter to the rear of the car and connects to the muffler
assembly. |
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| Here is the pipe that connects the first
and second catalytic convertors. |
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