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Getting new exhaust have questions

I have a 88 TC and looking to get a new exhaust but have a few questions. Is there any power gain over a single to duel exhaust on the 2.3 turbos? I would like to stick with duels but if I can can a few more hp I will go with a single. I plain on getting a full Stinger system.

Thanks,
Craig

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Reply #1
3inch exhaust is the way to go. You should be able to go with 3 inch to duel 2 1/2" after the cat if you really wanted to.
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Reply #2
I wouldn't think duals would do a whole lot on a four cyl. its just for looks because its all just a Y-pipe

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Reply #3
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I wouldn't think duals would do a whole lot on a four cyl. its just for looks because its all just a Y-pipe


Probably true on a NA 4 cyl, but remember that big spinning restriction tacked onto the exhaust manifold changes the story.
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Reply #4
I know nothing of these 4 cyl. turbos and I have one! Probably why I want to throw a V8 in it.

 

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Reply #5
You can do the 3" to 2.5" duals, but it wont flow as well as a single 3" out of the bumper.

If you want the full power potential, a 3" exhaust with a Dynomax Ultraflow, Magnaflow, Hooker Maxflow, or similar ler would be ideal.

Be forewarned, the Stinger exhaust takes a lot of work to make it fit properly. Took 5 hours for the exhaust guy to tuck it and fit it properly.
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