npp vs borla s-type 2
05-27-2013, 04:11 AM
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I've got Stinger 2s and love the sound, no drone. I bought mine without hearing them and glad that I did.
05-27-2013, 08:05 AM
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Very pleased with the Stinger Type II. I have had them on since October 2012 on my C6. Great sound!! Get lots of compliments on the sound. I have Stingers on my C5 and they had drone. The Type II does not. I would buy them again. Good Luck!!
05-27-2013, 08:26 AM
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Some people say they cannot hear the difference - perhaps hard of hearing or have not heard both at the same time? I think you're being a bit generous to the NPP when alluding to being in the same ballpark as the power wheels... With the NPP valves open I still felt like I was hearing more of the engine than the actual exhaust note when revving.
To the OP, keep in mind GM must meet regulations. Borla... not so much.
05-27-2013, 09:16 AM
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NPP w/mild to wild gives you the best of both worlds as my wife likes me to shut off the 2 pipes when she rides with me and when she's not, I have all 4 open and smile a lot more, ha 
05-27-2013, 09:29 AM
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just finished putting 3" z06 H pipe and zo6 mufflers w/exhaust commander on my LS2 for $500. did the work myself (muffler mod too). could not be happier!!! the 3" system is much, much deeper/throatier. a little work at the inlet side of the H to hookup to my factory 2.5" exhaust manifolds. $200 for the mufflers w/only 10miles on them. deals are out there if your not in a big hurry. good luck...
05-27-2013, 09:41 AM
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For the NPP sound
You can compare the NPP sound with and w/o headers on my YouTube link as I did this about a month ago. Course it's also got a cam added too.
05-27-2013, 10:12 AM
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Seeing as you have 2 vettes with the 2 systems, can you do a little review? I see you like the sound on both, but can you share more info? How similar do they sound? One louder? One raspier? Look of them? Fitment?
I was planning on Stingers, and getting the classic, but if it sounds pretty much the same and drone is gone, don't see why I shouldn't get the type 2.
Thanks
I was planning on Stingers, and getting the classic, but if it sounds pretty much the same and drone is gone, don't see why I shouldn't get the type 2.
Thanks
05-27-2013, 10:54 AM
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Well I'm on the fence what to do... I can buy a NPP exhaust for 750 and another $200 for the M2W switch from a vendor on this forum... so looking at 1k with shipping for everything.
OR...
Borla S-Type 2. Keep hearing that Type 2 got rid of the drone. I really want that sweet sounding exhaust but nervous type 2 still has too much drone?
What has everyone done? Opinions?
OR...
Borla S-Type 2. Keep hearing that Type 2 got rid of the drone. I really want that sweet sounding exhaust but nervous type 2 still has too much drone?
What has everyone done? Opinions?
dam near spit out my protein shake!!!
05-27-2013, 11:04 AM
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You can compare the NPP sound with and w/o headers on my YouTube link as I did this about a month ago. Course it's also got a cam added too.
http://youtu.be/CpdHDbv4WLw
http://youtu.be/CpdHDbv4WLw
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05-27-2013, 11:12 AM
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Agree with previous poster that Borla has much less drone than NPP. I also just put an ATAK on and love it. The S-Type sounds to be a little bit higher pitched, kinda like Corsas. Can't go wrong with either. I think the NPP is far too tame, but maybe you don't enjoy a loud exhaust?
BTW, I would recommend not spending $200 on a M2W switch - It's just a $15 remote relay with a fuse holder soldered on. Best of luck with your decision. Keep in mind you're not married to whatever choice you make. You can always change.
BTW, I would recommend not spending $200 on a M2W switch - It's just a $15 remote relay with a fuse holder soldered on. Best of luck with your decision. Keep in mind you're not married to whatever choice you make. You can always change.
05-27-2013, 11:14 AM
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05-27-2013, 04:28 PM
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I have the original Type S stingers on my 2005 and they sound great at idle and when you punch it, however they have a lot of drone when cruising. I have the type II S, stingers on my 2012 vert and they also sound great at idle and when you punch it but no drone at all. I'd go for type II/
ya...if you could do side by side video that'd be awesome...curious too
05-27-2013, 04:34 PM
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Agree with previous poster that Borla has much less drone than NPP. I also just put an ATAK on and love it. The S-Type sounds to be a little bit higher pitched, kinda like Corsas. Can't go wrong with either. I think the NPP is far too tame, but maybe you don't enjoy a loud exhaust?
BTW, I would recommend not spending $200 on a M2W switch - It's just a $15 remote relay with a fuse holder soldered on. Best of luck with your decision. Keep in mind you're not married to whatever choice you make. You can always change.
BTW, I would recommend not spending $200 on a M2W switch - It's just a $15 remote relay with a fuse holder soldered on. Best of luck with your decision. Keep in mind you're not married to whatever choice you make. You can always change.
05-27-2013, 04:56 PM
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Depending on what the OP is actually looking for, NPP may be a bit disappointing, or it may be just what the doctor prescribed.
If you're looking for "just barely louder than a Honda Odyssey minivan at idle," NPP is for you.
If you're wanting people to notice your ride from 3 blocks away? Corsa, Borla, B&B, Loudmouth, etc. While I'm clearly exaggerating about the Honda Odyssey, NPP will just not get it done. It is only slightly louder than the plain ol' mufflers GM slaps on these cars.
If you're looking for "just barely louder than a Honda Odyssey minivan at idle," NPP is for you.
If you're wanting people to notice your ride from 3 blocks away? Corsa, Borla, B&B, Loudmouth, etc. While I'm clearly exaggerating about the Honda Odyssey, NPP will just not get it done. It is only slightly louder than the plain ol' mufflers GM slaps on these cars.
05-27-2013, 08:40 PM
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Depending on what the OP is actually looking for, NPP may be a bit disappointing, or it may be just what the doctor prescribed.
If you're looking for "just barely louder than a Honda Odyssey minivan at idle," NPP is for you.
If you're wanting people to notice your ride from 3 blocks away? Corsa, Borla, B&B, Loudmouth, etc. While I'm clearly exaggerating about the Honda Odyssey, NPP will just not get it done. It is only slightly louder than the plain ol' mufflers GM slaps on these cars.
If you're looking for "just barely louder than a Honda Odyssey minivan at idle," NPP is for you.
If you're wanting people to notice your ride from 3 blocks away? Corsa, Borla, B&B, Loudmouth, etc. While I'm clearly exaggerating about the Honda Odyssey, NPP will just not get it done. It is only slightly louder than the plain ol' mufflers GM slaps on these cars.
05-27-2013, 09:03 PM
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Anyone not happy with there type II borla s type i will buy it,if you want to try it and dont like it i will buy it,at a discount of course since it will be slightley used.Been looking for a used one.