Back boxes VS full system?

[Mattsclio!]

im after an exhaust,but not after any power gains really,just want a bit of noise,am i better off with just a back box as its cheaper? and whats the difference between the two? any help? thanks!

 

[Middo]

may as well get a cat-back. no performance gains, but at least you dont have to replace the centre section when it rusts.

its not that much cheaper to get just a backbox either, especially when you can get a powerflow for instance at 260 with a lifetime warranty.

 

[Mattsclio!]

will a back box still make a bit of sound,because i dont want too much,but i dont want too little if ya know wat i mean?

 

[Middo]

yeah. a cat back is normally louder, but only because the pipework will be of a greater bore. you could have standard sized pipework - just to give the look, and a little bit of noise. personal preference tho at the end of the day

 

[Mattsclio!]

because i do alot of motorway driving,just dont want too much noise constantly! cheers!

 

[Middo]

my cat back barely makes a noise unless im accelerating, which is down to good design. also gave a 'small' increase in performance lol

 

[Mattsclio!]

which one have you got?

 

[Middo]

ive just got a powerflow stealth system with sports cat.

told him i didnt want much noise, but wanted to know i had an exhaust lol. no complaints about them at all, and would definetely recommend them.

 

[Mattsclio!]

how much did that set you back in total with fitting etc and when you told insurance?

 

[Middo]

280 for system. 150 for sports cat, both fitted. insurance made no difference to premium.

 

[Mattsclio!]

cheers for ya help mate!