Just got a noise ticket tonight - need options
07-08-2014 | 08:46 PM
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Yes I did it on both systems that I used on the Cigarette. Seemed to work just fine as I never saw any reversion
07-08-2014 | 08:55 PM
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RMP, didn't you experiment with a set of turndowns that actually had a switchable tip with a butterfly incorporated into them? Seems like I recall seeing a picture of them on OSO. What was the issue with those? Did they help at all?
I have a set of the full time Gil muffled tips on mine, and while they definitely knock the edge off the sound I would have with open headers, you still get a resonant droning right around 12-1500 RPM that is kind of annoying. Don't get me wrong, I love the throaty sound of my big block, and it's fun to light it off and see everyone jump a little, but there are times that it would be nice to knock it down some. The turn downs look interesting. Might have to experiment with a set of "redneck engineered" models before spending the big bucks on some "purty" ones.
I have a set of the full time Gil muffled tips on mine, and while they definitely knock the edge off the sound I would have with open headers, you still get a resonant droning right around 12-1500 RPM that is kind of annoying. Don't get me wrong, I love the throaty sound of my big block, and it's fun to light it off and see everyone jump a little, but there are times that it would be nice to knock it down some. The turn downs look interesting. Might have to experiment with a set of "redneck engineered" models before spending the big bucks on some "purty" ones.
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07-09-2014 | 07:53 AM
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the turn downs.you gotta do what you gotta do.one day I will probley be faced with that delimma.I don't think the mufflers will work.so I probley will have to do turn downs.not forward to that
07-11-2014 | 02:31 PM
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I've ran the Teague tips in the past and I can't imagine getting a noise ticket with them closed. I felt like they were just a few db's louder than a switchable diverter through the prop. My engine, however, was a 502 mag. I run full time Borlas now and while its quieter at WOT, the Teague tips were far quieter closed - the drawback being that they should be opened above 3500 RPMs. The Teague tips have been around a long time and are still a viable product. The worst part is dealing with TCM's sales guys.
07-11-2014 | 02:42 PM
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I've ran the Teague tips in the past and I can't imagine getting a noise ticket with them closed. I felt like they were just a few db's louder than a switchable diverter through the prop. My engine, however, was a 502 mag. I run full time Borlas now and while its quieter at WOT, the Teague tips were far quieter closed - the drawback being that they should be opened above 3500 RPMs. The Teague tips have been around a long time and are still a viable product. The worst part is dealing with TCM's sales guys.
07-11-2014 | 06:13 PM
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Just went through this last weekend.. Hopped up 468ci with 4" through transom pipes. Silent choice was removed for reversion purposes.
I wanted option of loud or quiet, and wasn't sure about spending $$$ for another switchable type. I ended up buying a set of Gibsons, clamp on style. Figured I could remove them as needed. Best money spent this year.
They still sound throaty, not too quiet, and actually are pleasing to hear. They eliminate the loud crackling decibals, and let you actually talk to your passengers while under way. I see no need to remove them right now.
They also have transom mounted, which eliminate your tailpipe altogether. I opted for the clamp ons, for purposes already stated. One thing though, they do not mount onto angle tip tailpipes. They need to be square. I ended up having to cut my tips square for them to mount up. No regrets so far.
I wanted option of loud or quiet, and wasn't sure about spending $$$ for another switchable type. I ended up buying a set of Gibsons, clamp on style. Figured I could remove them as needed. Best money spent this year.
They still sound throaty, not too quiet, and actually are pleasing to hear. They eliminate the loud crackling decibals, and let you actually talk to your passengers while under way. I see no need to remove them right now.
They also have transom mounted, which eliminate your tailpipe altogether. I opted for the clamp ons, for purposes already stated. One thing though, they do not mount onto angle tip tailpipes. They need to be square. I ended up having to cut my tips square for them to mount up. No regrets so far.
07-13-2014 | 01:40 PM
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I run the Teague switchable tips,, but only on twin 454 mag MPI's with EMI off shores,, pretty quiet when on. When starting under my dock you can talk and listen to tunes... With them off no freaking way.. Just replaced 1 solenoid after 4 years,,, about a hundun...
07-23-2014 | 08:58 PM
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Anyone have experience with these GGB muffler inserts? I like the fact they can hold up to dry exhaust (planning on extending my risers this winter). I also feel confident I can make a temporary perforated plate to bolt in to pass the noise test to get out of the ticket only. My main question is how much do they reduce sound at idle and wot without mods?
http://marineexhaust.ggb.ca/insert/i...ong-sport-pair
http://marineexhaust.ggb.ca/insert/i...ong-sport-pair
07-24-2014 | 07:18 AM
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Anyone have experience with these GGB muffler inserts? I like the fact they can hold up to dry exhaust (planning on extending my risers this winter). I also feel confident I can make a temporary perforated plate to bolt in to pass the noise test to get out of the ticket only. My main question is how much do they reduce sound at idle and wot without mods?
http://marineexhaust.ggb.ca/insert/i...ong-sport-pair
http://marineexhaust.ggb.ca/insert/i...ong-sport-pair
He said the did not notice any performance drop or anything. Only thing different was the volume level went way down
No harassment from WP yet. There on my list to add to my boat now.
