exhaust systems

The purpose of your factory exhaust system is to muffle as much sound as possible. With that comes power-robbing backpressure created by restricting exhaust gas flow from the tailpipes. Aftermarket […]

You’ve got questions. We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re discussing how bending exhaust pipes affects vehicle performance.   Q: My 1973 Dodge Dart […]

There are a handful of telltale signs your catalytic converter is on the fritz. Poor acceleration when stepping on the gas pedal Noticeably less fuel efficiency Dark, sooty smoke exiting […]

It’s a dirty job, but somebody’s got to do it. If your vehicle was produced after 1975, chances are good that it came from the factory equipped with a catalytic […]

A new, aftermarket exhaust is probably the easiest way to add power to your dirt bike, quad, or side by side. When shopping for exhaust systems for your powersports vehicle, […]

Watch and listen as the Power TV crew installs and compares exhaust systems from Hushpower and Flowmaster on a 2010 Chevy Camaro.

What does high performance sound like? Depending on the muffler, the sound of high performance can be anything from a low, throaty growl to an ear-splitting roar—and everything in between. […]

A while back, we conducted a course in Exhaust Anatomy 101 to provide a beginner’s look at aftermarket exhaust systems. Now that you’ve brushed up on the basics, we’ll show you what makes […]

Using simple hand tools, you can turn your V6 Mustang into a head-turning growler with this easy Flowmaster upgrade.

“Measure twice, cut once.” It’s some of dad’s greatest advice, and it certainly applies to assembling a custom exhaust system and components. Here’s another great piece of advice for building […]