Contour Enthusiasts Group Archives Forums Modifications Duratec Performance Resonator removal = waste of time on stock exhaust

Originally posted by CalgarySVT:

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Originally posted by Dan Nixon:

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The resonator with its narrow down to under 2" is likely the biggest single bottleneck of the stock SVT catback..

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I still find it difficult to understand how the removal of the stock resonator, on a otherwise unmodified exhaust can increase horespower. Unless the stock resonator is the single most restrictive part of the entire SVT exhaust system, i.e. MORE restrictive than the pre-cats, the y pipe intersection, the main cats and the mufflers.....

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If you read Dan's message again, I think you'll agree that "the biggest single bottleneck" is pretty close to "the single most restrictive part".

Originally posted by CalgarySVT:

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Are we in agreement then that the resonator is the single most restrictive thing on the entire exhaust system?

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It sounds as though you're reversing your position here??? Are you?

BTW, I've never thought of "arguing" as a skill, more an annoyance. I'd prefer to see people with what appears to be very limited real knowledge of a specific topic ask questions without arguing. People are then usually more inclined to engage in an open discussion of ideas and concepts.

I've tried to live by the old adage:
- Better to be thought a fool and remain silent, than to open ones mouth and remove all doubt. -
Unfortunately, I like most of us just can't help saying the wrong things from time-to-time.

Originally posted by CalgarySVT:

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I would be willing to bet big bucks that the cats create far more backpressure...

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OK, how much are you actually willing to bet . Give me an actual "big bucks" dollar amount and we'll see if my bank account can cover it.