06 T-RED S/C GT
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Just curious about your source concerning the Steeda branded axlebacks being manufactured by Borla? IIRC, I was under the impression that Magnaflow was the manufacturer for the Steeda branded axlebacks? From my understanding, the Ford Racing axle backs from 11-14 and current 15-18 S550 models are manufactured by Borla. Prior to 2011, Roush was the manufacturer for the Ford racing brand axle backs from 2005-10. At any rate, if the Borla Touring axle backs from 05-09 won't fit your 2010? The Ford Racing brands are cheaper, but keep in mind, they're constructed by the lower 409 quality grade SS. The Borla's on the other hand, are constructed by the higher grade polished 304 SS. However if 409 vs 304 grade SS isn't a factor? then you certainly won't be disappointed with the Ford Racing mufflers. You might also want to consider looking into Magnaflow street axle backs as a possible alternative as well. I ran the Magnaflow streets on my 06 GT along with the Magnaflow tru-X crossover and stock cats. I then made the switch to Borla S-type stingers and run a Mac O/R prochamber with the Borla S-types. Although I really like the deep louder growl from the Borla's, the interior resonance drone is horrible to say the very least. That being said, unless you intend on sticking with either the factory catted mid-pipe or add high-flow cats/resonators? I would not recommend running any type of stinger axle back with an offroad H or X IMHOThanks for all the details on the axlebacks you have experience with.
Im going to have to investigate the state of my axlebacks and see if the joint is still there .... I hope so.
I have the 2010 wich is right there being the oddball year between the 05-09 and the 11+ coyotes so im never sure when looking for parts which gen i fit in. I know drivetrainwise its the 05-9 but not sure suspension and exhaustwise whats interchangeable.... I say that to say i found the borla touring axlebacks for 05-09 but says wont fit my 2010. Are the ford versions any cheaper?
Ive also read a bunch of good things about the steeda branded borla axlebacks and that the baffling is different and lots of people saying they were the best sounding axlebacks for the the 3v 4.6 with offroad H.
Just a little confused with all the borla models and the rebrandings from other companies.
Ive read the mbrp's are basically identical to borla stingers, are they louder or sound different?, then the steeda borlas are said to be best 3v sounding muffler but from what ive gathered they are just rebranded stingers so should be same as the stingers and mbrp's?
The tourings and the steeda options are where im at right now. Just cant find the exact ford racing touring for the 2010. And if the steeda is the same as stingers and mbrp's then i could save money and just go with mbrp if they are similar.
I dont mind loud. My 07 is catless with flowmaster 40's and marauder 3.5" tips.
Its loud,deep,throaty and love it ... Just a bit too much drone. I could handle the loud if drone was notched back a bit. But maybe the tourings is the sweet spot. If anyone has a link for cheapest touring branding for a 2010 that would be great!
Sorry for the drawn out post. I just want to get it right first time.... Or at least be happy enough with it for a while.
Thanks again!
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