If you’re looking to maximize the performance of your vehicle then an exhaust system is the first thing you need to upgrade. After reading through this section, you’ll know exactly what to look for and understand how a dual exhaust system functions.
Dual exhaust systems are definitely the most aggressive looking of all the different options out there. You’ll often see the dual style on powerful cars, such as hotrods, trucks and high end sports cars. The main difference between a dual exhaust when compared to a single exhaust system is the system has less restriction and is a bit louder as well.
The first type of dual exhaust system is the traditional dual exhaust system. This type has all the same features a cat-back system has. The exit pipes can come in different styles. Some choose to have them exit from the rear of the car, which is the more traditional style. A more unique way for the pipes to exit the vehicle is from the side, known as a dual outside configuration. It’s all a matter of style as the end result is exactly the same when it comes to performance.
Then there’s the dual side exit exhaust system which has two exit pipes as well. In fact, all dual systems will have two exit pipes. These pipes are located behind the tires, but on the same side of the car. They pipes are always on the passenger side when a dual side exit exhaust system is installed.
The next type of exhaust system sounds similar to the last, but it’s different. Don’t be mistaken by their similarity in name. This is called the dual rear exit exhaust system. In this type of dual exhaust system, the pipes are going to come out from just under the bumper. Instead of coming out from the sides of the tires, this is the type that look more like a rocket ship! In my opinion, this is the nicest looking, but it’s all a matter of opinion. At least on sports cars or trucks, this is the way I would go.
Now we have the most unique type, which is some what of a combination of all the above previously mentioned. It’s called an opposite side dual exhaust system also known as an extreme dual kit. It’s a dual exhaust system with a rear exit but the main difference between this and a standard rear exit is these pipes wrap around each wheel in the back of the car. The reason the pipes wrap around and out the side of the tire is to protect the pipes, most often for people who tow from a hitch on the back of the car. Whether it’s a boat or any sort of trailer, nobody wants the gases coming from the pipes to breathe all over your boat or trailer. So this problem was solved when the extreme dual exit exhaust system was created.
Hopefully you’re now prepared to make a decision in the type of dual exhaust system you’re looking for. It’s hard to go wrong with any of the styles mentioned above since they’ll all be big upgrades over the stock exhaust your car comes with. Good luck and enjoy!