007CobaltLS

I have an LSJ cat-back that I picked up a couple months ago really cheap. I've been trying to find an LSJ DP and considering the exhaust manifold (I know mine is similar, but I would probably try porting the spare one), but can't find anything in the price range I'm willing to spend (not much).

So, I've decided I'll probably go aftermarket header/dp. Would the ZZP mid length bolt right up to the LSJ cat-back and is the cat-back going to be good enough to run with the ZZP? I'm looking for some gains with the setup, but I'm also looking for as quiet of a setup as possible. That's why I wanted to do the LSJ mani and DP...it wouldn't be much louder than stock.

Also, will the header/DP from ZZP make it noticeably louder?

It also appears to be the best bang for the buck ($350 for the 1.5" primaries high temp painted, Magnaflow cat with mild steel DP 2.5" bolt-in). Is there anything else I can get that will be in that price range for the quality?

I've seen the Vibrant and am not willing to spend that much, not willing to spend more on a better ZZP setup, and not interested in Pacesetter at all.

Thanks for the help, I hope these haven't all been covered before.

stealthy1ss

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The ZZP midlength combo will bolt right up.

06_ion2

i would just pick up a LSJ header and DP if your sticking with n/a rite now no need to spend $350 when you can spend half that for the LSJ

05LSCobalt

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thats what i did. and you can deff feel a diff with the lsj ex mani and lsj DP

007CobaltLS

Well, that's for now, when the car is paid off, I may decide to go S/C. I'm not willing to spend what people want for the stock stuff. I really don't want to spend any more than $60 shipped on a DP (paid only $45 for the cat-back). And would like a manifold for less than $50 shipped.

I'm debating whether to really put much money into this car or just save for a Sky Redline or Solstice GXP. Being 25, married, house payment, car payments...we'll see if I want to put money into this or just keep a good DD and have a fun car.

05LSCobalt

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45 for a catback damn. good deal. and i got my DP for 60. and mani for 40

HunterKiller89

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if your considering going SC later, get the 1.75" primaries now. Saves having to buy the same mods again in the future

tonio5555

Agreed.

007CobaltLS

Thank you all, I appreciate the input. I will do some more thinking about it...I don't have the money at the moment anyway.

I will either go with larger primaries on the ZZP in prep for S/C or perhaps I will just keep watching for a really good deal for LSJ stuff.

I'm contemplating just doing intake and exhaust the cheapest way to get better MPG and then just do the few things I wanted for appearance and handling. Then I can start saving the extra money towards a Sky/Solstice.

I'll do some more thinking and planning and see what I come up with...thanks again...I would rather have a reliable/economical DD and a separate car for fun.