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3" exhaust with dual outlets

Im trying to think of a (sorta) buget friendly idea for my v6 cougar. I've given up on trying to get any real power from my engine so thats not the reason for this. I just want it to sound good. So i was thinking of trying the single 3" exhaust but dual pipes out the rear. Can anyone weight in on the pros ot cons of this idea.

3" exhaust with dual outlets

Reply #1
2.5" is the most you'd need with a V6. If you go too big you'll lose bottom end.
88 Cougar LS 5.0 .030 over, ported E7s with GT40 valves & trickflow springs, Proform roller rockers, HO cam, removed air silencer, K&N filter, smog pump delete, 2.25" dual flowmasters, Pacestter H-pipe & headers, HO computer, 65mm TB, Explorer intake, 19# injecters, 3.45s, rebuilt posi, and TCI shift kit.

3" exhaust with dual outlets

Reply #2
I knew a guy running dual 4" on a 98 v-6 stang. He said he gained all around, lost no power and increased gas mileage. Not sure how he mated it up to the 4", but he pulled the motor for a large stroker, then went back to 6 banger.
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I honestly dont think you could exceed the cost of a new car buy installing new *stock* parts everywhere in your coug our tbird. Its just plain impossible. You could revamp the entire drivetrain/engine/suspenstion and still come out ahead.
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1987 Ford Thunderbird LX. 5.0. s.o., sn-95 t-5 and an f-150 clutch. Driven daily and going strong.
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3" exhaust with dual outlets

Reply #3
Dual 3's on a stock v8 would be bigger than needed IMO
Might be able to find a stock sn95 or new edge catback, have modified to fit, and would flow plenty for cheap.

3" exhaust with dual outlets

Reply #4
Save your money and buy two more cylinders. Outside of bragging rights, a 3 inch exhaust on a 3.8 is pointless. Not trying to be mean at all, just wanting to be honest with you.
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3" exhaust with dual outlets

Reply #5
I would try to fit tail pipes and an h-pipe. I would try 86-93 mustang lx tails and h-pipe, then "headers" for a 94 up 3.8.  If you can make the h-pipe and tails fit, then you can use them on a v-8 car, or if you do the 5.0 swap later.

I don't see any point of running a single 3" then going to dual ler or tips. I would leave it 3" or bigger  the whole way.
Quote from: jcassity
I honestly dont think you could exceed the cost of a new car buy installing new *stock* parts everywhere in your coug our tbird. Its just plain impossible. You could revamp the entire drivetrain/engine/suspenstion and still come out ahead.
Hooligans! 
1988 Crown Vic wagon. 120K California car. Wifes grocery getter. (junked)
1987 Ford Thunderbird LX. 5.0. s.o., sn-95 t-5 and an f-150 clutch. Driven daily and going strong.
1986 cougar.
lilsammywasapunkrocker@yahoo.com

3" exhaust with dual outlets

Reply #6
Quote from: T-BirdX3;386732
Save your money and buy two more cylinders. Outside of bragging rights, a 3 inch exhaust on a 3.8 is pointless. Not trying to be mean at all, just wanting to be honest with you.


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3" exhaust with dual outlets

Reply #7
Thanks you guys for your input. Im gonna take T-BirdX3 advice and try to find a v8