Growing up doesn't have to suck

[iamdub]

Damn. All that work and it’s still not the way you want it. That sucks man. But... no pics..? No videos..? [emoji3525]

Yeah, I was not expecting that kind of sound from that kind of muffler. I'll post up vids after I get the cutout wired up. Pics coming in a few...

 

[iamdub]

Some "before" pics-


Homemade resonator delete with G8 GT tips:




I can't express enough how perfect that one little $30 18" muffler was prior to removing the cats:






All gutted and section of cross member removed for working space:

 

[GreyStone]

Some "before" pics-


Homemade resonator delete with G8 GT tips:

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I can't express enough how perfect that one little $30 18" muffler was prior to removing the cats:
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All gutted and section of cross member removed for working space:
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Awesome pics Chris - thanks for that - Mucho Gusto!

 

[iamdub]

In case y'all needed a reminder of just how ghetto I may or may not be, this is my homemade tapered transition to tie the 3" into the factory 2.75" over-axle arch. In my mind, this is a calculated design since the exhaust has cooled and velocity has slowed at this point. So, keeping the factory size pipe at the end will help to keep the velocity up for scavenging rather than be a "choke":




Slices welded up. Inside wasn't too bad, I knocked down the scars a little bit with a half-round file:




Pretty smooth transition! Also re-clocked the arch for better alignment and to put the arch a little higher since I'm lowered and slightly further back to maintain optimum clearance for when I move the axle back ~1/2":




I don't remember what time this was, but Jenn texted me to ask how I was doing. I replied with this pic captioned "exhausted". I don't normally look beat-down and homeless. It's just been a lot of late nights and time away from home. Never off work in time to get a hair cut and I don't ever feel like shaving- what does it matter when you wear a mask?! Just shower, crash, repeat. It was extra hot since it was a little windy yesterday so I had to close the shop doors and turn off the fan to weld:




*EDIT*
This is me showered and shaved:

 

[GreyStone]

In case y'all needed a reminder of just how ghetto I may or may not be, this is my homemade tapered transition to tie the 3" into the factory 2.75" over-axle arch. In my mind, this is a calculated design since the exhaust has cooled and velocity has slowed at this point. So, keeping the factory size pipe at the end will help to keep the velocity up for scavenging rather than be a "choke":

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Slices welded up. Inside wasn't too bad, I knocked down the scars a little bit with a half-round file:
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Pretty smooth transition! Also re-clocked the arch for better alignment and to put the arch a little higher since I'm lowered and slightly further back to maintain optimum clearance for when I move the axle back ~1/2":
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I don't remember what time this was, but Jenn texted me to ask how I was doing. I replied with this pic captioned "exhausted". I don't normally look beat-down and homeless. It's just been a lot of late nights and time away from home. Never off work in time to get a hair cut and I don't ever feel like shaving- what does it matter when you wear a mask?! Just shower, crash, repeat. It was extra hot since it was a little windy yesterday so I had to close the shop doors and turn off the fan to weld:
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*EDIT*
This is me showered and shaved:

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it's not a car - it's a fitness program.

 

[iamdub]

Took these then realized I forgot to weld that section of cross member back in:




Cutout dumped in front of the axle and passenger side exhaust tip from '08 or '09 Saturn Outlook:




I like these tips because they flow well with the Tahoe's angles. They'd fit best if I notched the bumper cover to flush them in, but I'm not committed to them like that. I'm still on the fence about this one. If I decide to keep it, I may split the exhaust after the arch to have a dual exit. I have an idea for pipe routing that wouldn't require losing the spare:



I'll have to snap a few more pics of the tip as the Tahoe sits in the driveway.

 

[iamdub]

it's not a car - it's a fitness program.

Ain't that the truth! Every time I think about working out, I'm reminded that I'll get my workout doing this kinda crap.

 

[wjburken]

Ain't that the truth! Every time I think about working out, I'm reminded that I'll get my workout doing this kinda crap.

Probably a better workout for you both physically and mentally.

 

[Sam Harris]

In case y'all needed a reminder of just how ghetto I may or may not be, this is my homemade tapered transition to tie the 3" into the factory 2.75" over-axle arch. In my mind, this is a calculated design since the exhaust has cooled and velocity has slowed at this point. So, keeping the factory size pipe at the end will help to keep the velocity up for scavenging rather than be a "choke":

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Slices welded up. Inside wasn't too bad, I knocked down the scars a little bit with a half-round file:

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Pretty smooth transition! Also re-clocked the arch for better alignment and to put the arch a little higher since I'm lowered and slightly further back to maintain optimum clearance for when I move the axle back ~1/2":

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I don't remember what time this was, but Jenn texted me to ask how I was doing. I replied with this pic captioned "exhausted". I don't normally look beat-down and homeless. It's just been a lot of late nights and time away from home. Never off work in time to get a hair cut and I don't ever feel like shaving- what does it matter when you wear a mask?! Just shower, crash, repeat. It was extra hot since it was a little windy yesterday so I had to close the shop doors and turn off the fan to weld:

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*EDIT*
This is me showered and shaved:

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Damn hippie!

 

[wjburken]

In case y'all needed a reminder of just how ghetto I may or may not be, this is my homemade tapered transition to tie the 3" into the factory 2.75" over-axle arch. In my mind, this is a calculated design since the exhaust has cooled and velocity has slowed at this point. So, keeping the factory size pipe at the end will help to keep the velocity up for scavenging rather than be a "choke":

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Slices welded up. Inside wasn't too bad, I knocked down the scars a little bit with a half-round file:

View attachment 256588


Pretty smooth transition! Also re-clocked the arch for better alignment and to put the arch a little higher since I'm lowered and slightly further back to maintain optimum clearance for when I move the axle back ~1/2":

View attachment 256589


I don't remember what time this was, but Jenn texted me to ask how I was doing. I replied with this pic captioned "exhausted". I don't normally look beat-down and homeless. It's just been a lot of late nights and time away from home. Never off work in time to get a hair cut and I don't ever feel like shaving- what does it matter when you wear a mask?! Just shower, crash, repeat. It was extra hot since it was a little windy yesterday so I had to close the shop doors and turn off the fan to weld:

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*EDIT*
This is me showered and shaved:

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I know what you mean about not having had a hair cut. Mines getting kind of shaggy as well. Might see if my wife can give me a haircut later tonight.