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Old Jan 14, 2018 | 09:58 AM
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So I知 about to get a 2015 Dodge Challenger rt and I want some kick to it.. what would give me the best sound if I upgrade? my exhaust, headers, or a camshaft? I値l eventually have all 3 done but for my first few months I値l go with one... I want like a deep growl
 
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Only one of those three that will actually affect the sound you hear, is the exhaust itself......
 
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Check this place out. My son installed a cat back and it sounds awesome.

http://www.blastinbob.com/mobile/Category.aspx?id=24
 
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Old Jan 14, 2018 | 12:10 PM
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Only one of those three that will actually affect the sound you hear, is the exhaust itself......
Really? I thought if u changed the headers and get it tuned it adds not only power but sound as well?... also If I get it cammed doesn稚 it make that guzzling sound lol
 
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Old Jan 14, 2018 | 12:14 PM
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Check this place out. My son installed a cat back and it sounds awesome.
Ok thanks! I値l check it out.. my buddy has a camaro ss wit a borla atak, I can稚 ride around with him stock lol gotta go big or go home

http://www.blastinbob.com/mobile/Category.aspx?id=24
 
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Really? I thought if u changed the headers and get it tuned it adds not only power but sound as well?... also If I get it cammed doesn’t it make that guzzling sound lol
The rest of the exhaust is REALLY effective, so, not much change no matter what you do in front of it. Changing the cam won't change the sound of the exhaust in any event. Might give that lopey idle, but, not sure that is something you actually want/need on a newer engine.

Keep in mind, your engine has multiple displacement system, AND variable valve train, so, cam changes are a LOT more complicated than they used to be...... (not to mention the proper tune for the PCM, so it will actually run decent.)
 
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Put on a decent catback and be done. You are talking lots of money for cams. Headers really won’t do anything. Factory manifolds flow pretty well.
 
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Originally Posted by jkeaton
Put on a decent catback and be done. You are talking lots of money for cams. Headers really won稚 do anything. Factory manifolds flow pretty well.
Ok thanks for the info! I値l keep you guys posted I appreciate the knowledge
 
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Originally Posted by HeyYou
The rest of the exhaust is REALLY effective, so, not much change no matter what you do in front of it. Changing the cam won't change the sound of the exhaust in any event. Might give that lopey idle, but, not sure that is something you actually want/need on a newer engine.

Keep in mind, your engine has multiple displacement system, AND variable valve train, so, cam changes are a LOT more complicated than they used to be...... (not to mention the proper tune for the PCM, so it will actually run decent.)
Ok thanks for the knowledge!! It was helpful I値l jus stick with an exhaust.. happy new year drive safe!
 
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Put on a decent catback and be done. You are talking lots of money for cams. Headers really won稚 do anything. Factory manifolds flow pretty well.
They do????? Friend of mine has a 2014 Charger R/T with the Hemi, and I about dropped my jaw when I saw that ****-poor manifold design. Those SUCK! The passages are tiny, and they all dump into the same skinny little chamber..... I thought the design was horrid...... We installed full length headers, and the power difference was AMAZING. Of course, the cats weren't there any more either.......... (but, don't tell anyone.....)
 
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