Wayne Angevine writes:
>4) Should I replace some or all of the system with aftermarket stuff?
> If so, how much and what brands? I'm interested in a moderate noise
> level and good flow, and I'd like a nice sound. Right now, the system
> is quite noisy in a not-particularly-pleasant way, but I assume that
> at least some of that is due to the leak.
I had good results with a cheapie in my Europa. After we built a fresh motor
for it, my friend (with an engine dyno) and I tried a number of exhaust
alternatives.
Brand Comments
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(1) none (straight pipe) good power but *quite* loud !! :-)
(2) SuperTrapp (2.25") down about 20 HP from (1)
(3) TurboSonic (2.25") down about 3 HP from (1). Nice sound.
Given that the SuperTrapp is rather expensive ($200?), the 15-17 extra HP
from the cheapie ($30?) TurboSonic were very welcome.
The use of a large diameter secondary pipe (2.25") made a huge difference.
Don't ask me why, I'm just a dumb SW guy, but I like the kick in the pants.
Other Bay Area SOL'ers can attest to the nice noise it makes (and the power!)
after Saturday's drive/BBQ/bench race.
Of course, all this pertains to a TwinCam motor, rather different than your
2000. Your mileage may vary.
Tom Borman R^2S Europa TCS
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