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Old 07-15-2014, 01:12 AM
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Do I have to change catback when install a bhr midpipe?
Is it necessary to install a AEM catback if I want to upgrade to bhr midpipe? Or headers? Or should I leave them untouched? What are the benefits to upgrade headers and catback together with bhr midpipe?
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No but most people do because you are already under the car. You know, 2 birds 1 stone type deal.
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AEM doesn't make a catback anyway
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Originally Posted by Waylon Chen
Is it necessary to install a AEM catback if I want to upgrade to bhr midpipe? Or headers? Or should I leave them untouched? What are the benefits to upgrade headers and catback together with bhr midpipe?
Better flowing exhaust.
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Originally Posted by Waylon Chen
Is it necessary to install a AEM catback if I want to upgrade to bhr midpipe? Or headers? Or should I leave them untouched? What are the benefits to upgrade headers and catback together with bhr midpipe?
1. there is no AEM catback

If you are installing a BHR midpipe, you can use any catback you want (even stock) but if you have the $$, I'd recommend upgrading for looks / sound.

If you get the BHR header (whenever that comes out), you will not be able to use an aftermarket midpipe as it will not fit. the BHR header should come with a compatible midpipe so keep that mind before buying something now.
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Ok thanks
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But will I be able to shoot flames if I install the bhr with resonator and keep rest of the catback original on(includes muffler)?
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nice!
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you're doing this just to shoot flames?
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Kids. When will they learn?
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Originally Posted by Jedi54
you're doing this just to shoot flames?
if I will be able to pass etest, catless is better for car's health, and yes I love flames, :D I seen people cooking up turkey by using backfire
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You won't pass emissions testing without a cat. Not even if you bribe the inspector with a scorched and carbonized turkey leg.

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