Cat-back vs muffler replacement

[Rob3]

I have looked all over at various muffler and exhaust threads....tone, drone, fitment etc. What I am interested in is the performance side (Hp/trq). Does the stock system with a less restrictive muffler see a performance gain? I have seen comments the 2019 stock exhaust set up is not too bad short of the muffler and resonators. If there is a performance gain how does it compare to a full cat-back? I know not all cat-backs are created equal (Borla vs. Ebay). I am just looking for a ballpark comparison to assist with my decision. Long term I will do cai and a few other things for a little more giddy up and go.


O' first post glad to be here....love my new Ram

Thanks All!
Rob

 

[bigdaddymac]

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[badzdad]

After looking closely at the stock set up I decided the $1000+ for a full cat back wasn’t really worth it. The main points of restriction are the muffler and resonators. I opted for removing the stock muffler and replacing with a Magnaflow. I'm really, really happy with sound and performance since doing the swap. Are their small gains to be had ... sure. Are the gains worth $1000 to me, no. So start with a muffler swap and work back from there was my course of action. Between the muffler and install I have about $150 in. My install guy is super cheap thankfully. Everything is welded in and ready for the long haul.

 

[hopVIP]

I'm looking at doing the same. I'll start with a Carven muffler then if I want to change the sound start removing resonators if I have to. If Carvens full cat back is close to the same price as just the muffler I might get it all but for the price difference you mentioned staring with the muffler is the best way to go.

 

[Goatmann]

read:

Product Page | b2fabrication

www.b2fabrication.com

 

[hopVIP]

That's not a true dual exhaust but does look nice. Having two tips doesn't make it dual. That company does make very good axle back kits though.

 

[Firebird]

I just installed the 18” Magnaflow today, very happy so far