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Old 02-11-2019, 11:08 AM
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Hey everyone, I'm thinking of replacing the OEM muffler with a Magnaflow 12229 on my 2018 5.0. Couple of questions for anyone who may have this setup or have knowledge of the results.
1. Resonator delete...yes or no?
2 Drone in cab at highway speeds?
I realize that exhaust sound is a subjective thing, but I'm not looking for something too loud, (but louder than stock) and, especially, little to no drone. Any help would be appreciated!

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Old 02-11-2019, 11:19 AM
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This is the muffler I run on my '18 5.0. I kept the resonator on mine. I have absolutely zero drone in the cab at any cruising speed. I do run my tailpipe a little different though. I cut the stock tailpipe just after the bend over the rear axle with a 12in tip facing downward. I have run my exhaust like this on probably eight different trucks and this routing of the tailpipe helps with eliminating drone in my opinion. It also gives a clean look out the back. Truck sounds great on start up and acceleration while staying quite in the cab when at cruising speeds.

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This is a pic on a previous truck. The tip is never seen by anybody except me but I do find it makes it sounds a little cleaner and deeper.
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I think the 12249 with the factory resonator is a great combo.

Mine has the factory turnout, I just added a tip. I get a touch of resonant drone from 1800-2100 under load, pretty quiet below and above that. It's definitely not too loud.
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Originally Posted by 68injunhed
I think the 12249 with the factory resonator is a great combo.

Mine has the factory turnout, I just added a tip. I get a touch of resonant drone from 1800-2100 under load, pretty quiet below and above that. It's definitely not too loud.
^^^ This is the setup we recommend for most for trucks going the route of a custom exhaust! It gives you a deep tone, ~15% more volume and no drone.

Michael, if there are any questions about mufflers or sizing we can answer, please don't hesitate to shoot us a PM or call at 1-800-990-0905!



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