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Discussion in 'Hangout Lounge' started by CrownRoyal, Jun 28, 2011.

  1. CrownRoyal

    CrownRoyal New Member

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    Hello,
    I just signed up last night to this great XJ site and forum. I replaced the old rusty rear shocks on my XJ today. I ended up having to take off the exhaust suppresors to change out the suspension. I decided to do a quick exhaust test without the suppresors. I really like the sound, its a very pure and raw sound, like my pickup trucks. I was wondering if that would cause a problem to the engine? The 4 to 2 muffler is still there so it should be fine.

    Here is a link to my video on YouTube. I recorded this with my new GoPro HD Hero. I love this all around excellent camera so far.

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jagy2uHd6iE
     
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    Welcome to the forums!

    Running without the silencer will have no ill effects on the motor, although in some cases you might lose a tiny bit of power. Not sure on the 550 in particular -- someone else will chime in I'm sure. It sounds pretty nice! Although your neighbors are probably ready to stab you...

    Isn't the HD hero sweet? I just got the LCD BacPac for mine. Totally worth it!
     
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    skillet Active Member

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    WELCOME from TN!!!

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    The bike will be a tad quicker if you put mufflers back on it; they don't have to be quite as conservative as the stockers.

    That being said, you won't necessarily hurt anything running it that way; it may be a tad lean so keep an eye on the plugs. As long as you leave the collector box in place, you won't drastically affect the state of tune.
     
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