OconRecon
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I combined the MagnaFlow Rock Crawler cat-back with the Hooker Blackheart high clearance axle-back. I tried the MagnaFlow alone first, but it was too loud and whiny for my taste and definitely droned on the highway. So I yanked the MF turndown pipe and added the Hooker axle-back, which fit perfectly to the MF pieces. The combination gives a nice low exhaust note, but it's way more subtle than the MF Rock Crawler alone and the Hooker tucks up nicely behind the rear bumper. That's what I was after.
I suspect you could do the same with any of the muffler elimination exhaust kits, not just the MF. You might see if you could do it for cheaper by buying the individual components. I had read that the Hooker alone didn't really alter the sound much, but if you don't care about the sound and just want more clearance, try the Hooker and skip the cat-back.
Installed the Hooker Blackheart to the Magnaflow today. Just the right amount of deadening while maintaining the dual exhaust look I love.
Wasn’t trying to get Gattica-level of quietness, just wanted to tone it down a bit, less highway droning, etc. It’s definitely quieter, with the added benefit of (to my ear) an even deeper note. Super nice.
Mission accomplished and thanks for the help. Great place here.