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Let's face it, our tow vehicles take a pounding. Pulling thousands of pounds of boat for hours at a time (sometimes on long uphill climbs) puts a lot of stress on the exhaust system. Backing into the water at the launch ramp and submerging the system certainly is no picnic either. The manufacturer of your truck probably didn't have the abuse we boaters put our vehicles through in mind when it designed the vehicle. That fact alone is probably enough to understand why a lot of factory exhaust systems are sub-par.
Most people will agree that the primary benefit to using a MagnaFlow exhaust system on your tow vehicle is the added horsepower and torque, which make it much easier to pull your trailer up hills and pull your boat out of the water. You will also see better gas mileage with the MagnaFlow system, as compared to the stock exhaust system. With the price of gas these days, that's a benefit most of us can't pass up.
But the thing that any boater has to look closely at is the fact that Magnaflow's stainless steel cat-back exhaust systems are manufactured for high quality and durability. When towing, especially with heavy loads like boats, you create extra stress and load on the engine, which raise the engine operating temperature. These higher temperatures stress the exhaust system and can cause early fatigue of the weaker stock system. MagnaFlow's quality of manufacturing enables the company's components to with stand these stresses and deliver the same performance time and again. The stainless steel resists corrosion as well, so the contaminants that would normally damage a stock exhaust system will not affect the Magnaflow system. Magnaflow's confidence in its products shows, as it backs its stainless steel mufflers with a lifetime warranty. It is able to do that because everything from the pipes, hangers and clamps to the muffler and tips are stainless steel. The tips, mufflers and resonators (where applicable) are "mirror-finished" polished stainless steel, affording a performance look that will last much longer than the factory equipment.
MagnaFlow is the Performance Division of Car Sound Exhaust System, located in Southern California. Car Sound has been a world leader in manufacturing catalytic converters and exhaust components for over 20 years. MagnaFlow's products are backed by modern production facilities, years of research and a constant commitment to innovative technologies and manufacturing methods.
While the stainless steel system may look great, Magnaflow ensures that the system also performs to expectations, as proven through many hours of testing by its Research and Development team. Every part is tested on a Superflow flow bench, and it uses a chassis dyno to verify performance improvements. MagnaFlow systems feature straight-through flow designs for the ultimate in unrestricted horsepower and torque for big power while maintaining exhaust efficiency. The internal MagnaFlow muffler consists of a stainless steel wool and an acoustical absorbent material that MagnaFlow says is superior to fiberglass, which many other manufacturers use. There are no baffles, chambers or louvers; in fact, there are no restrictions at all. MagnaFlow systems even give a 20-percent reduction in bends over your OEM system. MagnaFlow says the muffler has a straight-through , wide-open design for performance with a smooth, deep tone. Replacing the muffler/exhaust with a MagnaFlow will help your engine increase power by being able to expel exhaust gases quicker. This creates less workload for the engine, making the engine run more efficiently and resulting in better power. MagnaFlow's diesel exhaust for trucks will see the biggest gains due to the system dropping EGTs more than 150 degrees.
Extensive testing has revealed that simply installing a bigger exhaust tube is no way to guarantee horsepower. Many people think that having the biggest diameter pipe is the best way to make power. MagnaFlow has dyno-ed extensively, and the company understands that there is a fine line to reduce backpressure while maintaining good exhaust velocity. It is not about getting the biggest pipe; it is about getting a more efficient pipe diameter while maintaining exhaust velocity. There has to be a balanced design to enhance the maximum engine output, exhaust gas velocity and sound. It is important to get the correct size piping in order to relieve backpressure while maintaining thermal efficiency.
MagnaFlow's new product development is a result of a commitment to performance products that deliver results. MagnaFlow designs its products in a fully equipped R&D Center with multiple engine and chassis dynos, along with flow bench and audio test equipment. Each new component must pass both quality and performance evaluations prior to a manufacturing commitment.
MagnaFlow's flexible manufacturing process allows a large-volume production of universal units as well as accommodates the complexities of the small-run, direct-fit systems. The modern factory and automated methods ensure product consistency at the highest quality levels and competitive pricing.
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Extra power and torque are always appreciated when towing. Better durability and sound are just as welcome. |
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