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Originally Posted by ylexot
How effective is the turbo at quieting the beast?
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I found on my truck that the turbo was nearly as effective as the OEM muffler in filtering the noise EXCEPT out the back or when you are driving next to a wall such as in a tunnel. It does give a more throaty noise, much like a Harley!
Prior to the turbo I had the full OEM muffler and exhaust. After the turbo I went to a 2 1/2" system which followed the original path. That was 4-5 years ago. I have been literally ALL over the country and NO ONE has asked why the truck is so loud. I have been stopped by the police several times (checking our tags etc.) and even they have not questioned it.
The only time it's an issue, and I think the original muffler wasn't much better, is when I'm at a drive thru or the border crossings next to the window. In those cases I often need to shut down so we can all understand each other.
When I'm through Portland next you'll need to have a listen!!
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