Power is the Holy Grail for most motorheads. We want a suspension that will flex like crazy, tires that will grip like a boa constrictor, and body armor that will scare rocks and trees out of the way. But when all else fails, power under the hood can make up for it. Why else is there the slogan, "When in doubt, power out"? No one says, "When in trouble, shift into double (double low, that is)" or, "When in a mess, let that suspension flex." In the dirt, hitting the throttle has saved the day more than once.
Getting power is a fine recipe of fuel, air, and spark. We're here to talk about airflow, specifically the flowing out of old air. A good exhaust allows said stinky air to escape, improving performance and usually fuel economy as well (a rare occasion of having your cake and eating it too). Plus, if you're lucky, that same exhaust will give your truck a throatier rumble that will add to the enjoyment of your new better-performing truck.
Banks offers its Monster exhaust...
Banks offers its Monster exhaust for many trucks, including our '09 Dodge 1/2-ton Black Sheep project truck. The kit is a cat-back system made of 3-inch stainless steel.
Banks claims an 88 percent...
Banks claims an 88 percent decrease in back pressure and a 65 percent increase in exhaust flow, and follows up the installation with a limited lifetime warranty. The installation was quick, taking a technician less than half an hour. It can easily be done in your driveway, as it's completely bolt-on.
The Monster muffler is a straight-through...
The Monster muffler is a straight-through design that has a deeper exhaust note, but isn't loud enough to be annoying. The massive 6x5-inch chrome tip is just the thing for any 4x4 looking for additional style points. Banks offers this kit for '02-'09 Dodges with 5.7L Hemi and the 4.7L V-8, as well as Ford, GM, Nissan, Toyota, and Jeep 4x4s.