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I'm looking to upgrade the exhaust on my 99SE. I'm looking for something that is a complete bolt-on solution. The trubendz cat-back kits say they come with all of the hangers and clamps. Is the trubendz what I want ? Am I going to have problems if I don't weld ? I know I'll have to make a hanger for the passenger side (I found the FAQ and intend to make that myself). The recommendation here seems to be to go with a magnaflow. I was looking at the CONTOUR DUAL 2.5 INCH W/ MAGNAFLOW (ALUM) kit at trubendz. Any thoughts on the sound of that exact kit ?
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Easy install excellent kit...same one i'm running on my svt. It sounds great!!
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Trubendz is definately the way to go. You can bolt it on, but I would suggest that after you get it on there save a little extra cash & have an independent muffler shop weld it all together for you. They'll also make sure it's aligned properly. Should cost about $50-$70 to have it welded in place after you do the initial fitment work. Well worth it - no leaks. 
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Thanks for all the high marks, sounds like the Trubendz is the way to go.
One more thing... The SVT has cutouts in the rear bumper for the dual exhaust. Since I don't have an SVT, and the kit is designed for a SVT, is that going to cause me any issues, or will it just hang below the standard bumper ?
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Mobile 1 since 1k
Mods:Sony MD Player, Sony XA-300 expansion unit,
Sony CD Changer, XM Radio, 350Watt Alpine Amp,
2 10" Subs, Remote starter, glow gauges, K&N filter,OMP Front STB, SVT Exhaust(no res.)
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Originally posted by tbarney:
Thanks for all the high marks, sounds like the Trubendz is the way to go.
One more thing... The SVT has cutouts in the rear bumper for the dual exhaust. Since I don't have an SVT, and the kit is designed for a SVT, is that going to cause me any issues, or will it just hang below the standard bumper ?
You will need to get a new passenger's side exhaust hanger, I think.
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Originally posted by JCSVT:
You will need to get a new passenger's side exhaust hanger, I think.
As per profile: 99 Sport
So he will indefinitely need the hanger for the passenger's side.
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I know I'll need the hanger, I found a FAQ on making one without welding.
Thanks for the suggestions. I'll be ordering at the next payday!
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Mods:Sony MD Player, Sony XA-300 expansion unit,
Sony CD Changer, XM Radio, 350Watt Alpine Amp,
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The pipes will exit below the bumper on yours...it looks really cool.
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