Archive for Exhaust

2005 – 2012 Dodge Hemi Headers Increase Off-Road Performance

Short Off-Road Mid Pipe for BBK 1647 Series Long Tube Headers

Applications: 2005 – 2012 Dodge Hemi


Not only do you want great performance with your Dodge when you go off-road, but you want your ride to look sharp, too! The BBK 17975 pipes available for the BBK 1647 Series Long Tube Headers are just what you are looking for.  You can order this part today from PerformanceParts.com. You’ll love the confidence of driving off-road and knowing you will have ultimate power and performance both on the street and in the mountains.

Go fast, have power and look sleek with the BBK 17975.

• Mandrel bent 304 stainless steel
• Straight pipe off road version
• For BBK 1647 Series Long Tube Headers

For more exhaust systems, check out the  BBK Performance Parts link where you can view all the products we have available at PerformanceParts.com. It’s your  first stop for quality and excellent customer service!

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Safe and Sound – Thanks to our Military!

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The Air Force’s top weapons' platforms still rely on Flowmaster's unique technology. The renowned Apache attack helicopter, the still-mysterious Stealth fighter and many other military applications have used Flowmaster technology for many years to aid in their missions. In a quest to help make the stealthiest even more unseen, technology was developed to help the aircraft remain unheard, as well.

With the Coast Guard’s mission of search and rescue, they needed quieter boats so they could better hear stranded boaters in the water. With the know-how and ideas to tone down the diesel’s exhaust while aiding in rescue missions, Flowmaster was able to assist the military to improve the Coast Guard’s already enviable record of saved lives.

Most remarkable is the choice that the company made to not use their ideas to ‘cash in’ on government funds, but to offer the technology to the military as a gift. The developer at that time felt it was his duty as an American citizen to help as only he could. In addition, all Flowmaster products are still made only in the USA, using US-produced steels and materials.

Flowmaster has used the same thinking that controlled the sound emissions of mighty fighter jets, attack helicopters and marine craft and has applied it to everything from the suburban neighborhood to the drag strips and race tracks of America and beyond, providing exceptional performance and sound control to vehicles of every type and size. Flowmaster is truly America's "Exhaust Technology Company”.

- Compliments of Jeff Klevins, Art Director at Flowmaster

Flowmaster 817532 – Turbo-back System 409S – Single Side Exit – Force II – Mild/Moderate Sound

For the person who wants to maximize the power and mileage potential of their diesel pickup without having to put up with excessive noise inside the truck, these S.O.S. (Single Out Side) exhaust systems are the perfect choice. Featuring patented Pro Series muffler technology, you can expect a moderate exterior tone and mild to moderate interior sound level. Especially well suited for heavy load and towing applications, these systems deliver! Like all Flowmaster products, the benefits include improved mileage, power, and throttle response. Designed for an easy fit, the Flowmaster 817532 provides all necessary parts and hardware for easy installation.

  • Mandrel Bent 16gauge 409 Stainless Tubing
  • Mild to Moderate Exterior Exhaust Tone
  • Includes Hangers and Hardware For Easy Installation
  • Turbo Back System
  • Dyno Tuned for Maximum Performance

Applications: 1998-2002 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 5.9L Diesel-Single Out, FII, 409S

Fits All Wheel Bases
Performance Parts… our name is performance.

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Flowmaster 817549 – Cat-back System 409S – Single Side Exit – Force II – Mild/Moderate Sound

Flowmaster 817549 – Applications:
2004-2012 Chevrolet Colorado/GMC Canyon, 2.8L/2.9L L4, 3.5L/3 7L L5

For the person who wants a subtle custom appearance with all the benefits that a Flowmaster cat-back exhaust system provides. S.O.S. (Single Out Side) systems are the perfect choice. This Force II system delivers a mild exterior and interior tone and is suited to customers looking for efficiency improvements without a lot of noise. Especially recommended for towing applications. Like all Flowmaster systems, the Flowmaster 817549 benefits include improved throttle response, power and mileage. Designed for an easy fit, these systems include all necessary parts and hardware for easy installation.

Does NOT fit with SPORT suspension.
Performance Parts… our name is performance.

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Flowmaster 817530 – American Thunder Exhaust Kit

Flowmaster 817530 – American Thunder Exhaust Kit
2003-2006 Hummer H2/SUT 6.0L V8 Cat-Back, DOR, AMT, 409S

  • Super 50 Series Muffler
  • Tuned Resonator
  • Mandrel  Bent  2.50 inch, 16 gauge Tubing, 3.00 inch
  • Brushed 304S Tips, DOR
  • Moderate Exterior Exhaust Tone
  • Includes Hangers and Hardware For Easy Installation
  • Connects  After-Factory Catalytic Converter
  • Dyno Tuned for Maximum Performance
  • 409S Stainless Steel

For the person who wants the look of a traditional dual exhaust system with all the benefits that a Flowmaster cat-back exhaust system provides, the DOR (Dual Out Rear) systems are the perfect choice. American Thunder systems deliver a moderate exterior tone and moderate to mild interior tone, and are suited to customers looking for efficiency improvements without a lot of noise. Especially recommended for towing applications. Like all Flowmaster systems, the benefits of the Flowmaster 817530 include improved throttle response, power and mileage. Designed for an easy fit, these systems include all necessary parts and hardware for easy installation.

Does NOT fit Air suspension with dual compressors
Performance Parts… our name is performance.

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Flowmaster 817526 Force II Cat-Back Kit, DOR (Dual out Rear)

Flowmaster 817526 Force II Cat-Back Kit, DOR (Dual out Rear)
6-2010 Hummer H3, 3.5L/3.7LFor the person who wants the look of a traditional dual exhaust system with all the benefits that a Flowmaster cat-back exhaust system provides, DOR (Dual Out Rear) systems are the perfect choice.

• Cat-back
• Super 50 Series Muffler
• Mandrel Bent 2.50
• 16 gauge Tubing, 3.0″ inlet/outlet
• Brushed 304S Tips, DOR, Force II
• 409S Stainless Steel

Force II systems deliver a moderate exterior tone and moderate to mild interior tone, and are suited to customers looking for efficiency improvements without a lot of noise. Especially recommended for towing applications. Like all Flowmaster systems, the benefits include improved throttle response, power and mileage. Designed for an easy fit, these systems include all necessary parts and hardware for easy installation.

Performance Parts… our name is performance.

Flowmaster 817519 American Thunder Kit

Flowmaster 817519 American Thunder Exhaust Kit
2000 – 2004 TOYOTA TACOMA L4 2.7 GAS FI
2000 – 2004 TOYOTA TACOMA V6 3.4 GAS FI

When it’s time to upgrade the muffler on your Toyota pickup truck, be sure to consider the Flowmaster 817519. The ease of installation and performance available will make you glad you selected Performance Parts.com for your exhaust system needs.

  • Cat-back
  • Super 50 Series Muffler
  • Mandrel Bent 2.50/3.00 in
  • 16 gauge Tubing, 3.5″ inlet/outlet

The Flowmaster 817519 American Thunder Exhaust Kit Cat-back System – Single Side Exit offering moderate sound. Manufactured from 409 S stainless steel for use with Xtra Cab and Double Cab only; 2.7L I4 and 3.4L V6 engines. Does not fit Std-Runner and Standard Cab.

For installation instructions, click here.

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Exhaust Wraps – The Truth About Wraps

Wrapping exhaust tubing, particularly headers, is a crucial and important step when controlling exhaust temperatures and reducing radiant under-hood heat by up to 50%. Keeping exhaust gases hotter within the exhaust system helps in decreasing density and as a result increases the flow of exhaust gases. This improves exhaust scavenging, which, in turn, reduces intake temperatures for increased horsepower gains. Also, limiting the radiant heat trapped inside the engine bay decreases heat absorption through the fire wall, which keeps dash components and cabin temperatures to a an absolute minimum.

Oftentimes, people are interested in exhaust wraps, but are afraid that the wrap may damage their pipes. No one is sure who started the rumor, but for some people this inaccuracy has become common knowledge. However, the truth is that wrapping your pipes will not damage them! It will not make the metal brittle or promote any enhanced corrosion. In rare instances, rust and corrosion may occur on lower grade metals. This can be avoided by using a silicone coating to repel water and debris.

Basically, every time you start up an engine, the exhaust system pipes heat up and undergo an aging process that is so nominal it would take 50+ years to actually see any kind of change in the composition of the metal. Exhaust wraps do accelerate the aging process, but even so, it could take up to 30+ years to see any real change in composition, and even that would be nominal at best. The same applies to ceramic jet coatings. So, you can wrap with confidence!

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FLOWMASTER introduces a bolt-on American Thunder® System 17435 For Chevy/GMC Trucks

American Thunder® Exhaust SystemFlowmaster has introduced a bolt-on American Thunder® system for the 1999-2006 Chevy/GMC half-ton trucks with the 119-inch wheelbase. This redesigned kit will supersede earlier Force II® systems offered by the company. Its new design offers the option of side or rear exit in one package, and the tailpipes have been updated for a better fit on 2006 trucks. Engineers at Flowmaster have redesigned the left-side tailpipe as a two-piece unit so it will clear the brake line bracket on top of the rear-end housing. Two embossed rolled edge 3.00-inch stainless tips are also included.

Flowmaster 17435 50 Series SUV/Performance Muffler

For more information, including other Flowmaster products, click here.

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