Which exhaust pipe would be better, in terms of performance, weight (I think it's quite obvious) and durability. Is there actually any real difference in performance, in reference to the material used?
2007-02-09 21:06:31 · 4 answers · asked by kirksman87 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Other - Cars & Transportation
The correct term is "aluminumized" which is steel pipe or mufflers with aluminum coating to inhibit rust. They will eventually rust anyway, so stainless is better. Choose mandrel bent tubing with smooth bends over ones that look like an accordian and a minimum of 2 1/4" pipe for dual exhaust and 2 1/2" for single.
2007-02-10 04:06:45 · answer #1 · answered by Lee W 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well, aluminum really doesn't rust, it oxidizes. But Stainless doesn't really rust either. Both require specialized welding (think TIG or such).
Performance? 6 to 1, half dozen to the other.
Weight? Definitely aluminum, but is the amount you talking about really that much of a difference?
Durability? I'd choose stainless. Ya ever see an aluminum exhaust system on a bike before? Not me, and I've been riding 32 years.
2007-02-10 00:46:30 · answer #2 · answered by strech 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Carbon fiber is lighter but generally more expensive. Any performance difference is in the design not the materials.
2016-05-24 22:04:31 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The sound is more smoother with stainless steel.
2007-02-09 21:08:34 · answer #4 · answered by kriskros54 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋