Valved exhaust setup for ZL1-1LE Manual

zapp · 08-20-2022, 12:02 PM

Hi all,

I'm looking for a valved exhaust upgrade for my incoming manual ZLE.
I would start with a cat-back system. So far, I narrowed down on 2 options, AFE & Corsa. I wish the GTHaus Titanium one would be more affordable

Can you share your experience with those?
Any other suggestions?
(Borla is out for me, as I don't like their exhaust tips)

AFE:
https://afepower.com/afe-power-49-34...exhaust-system

Corsa:
https://www.corsaperformance.com/col...32487680344150

70ls1nova · 08-30-2022, 11:20 AM

AWE makes good stuff.

https://www.awe-tuning.com/ivaf/prod...e_t/6.2L%20SC/

LiqTenExp · 08-30-2022, 11:37 AM

Don't forget about the Borla system:

https://www.borla.com/products/chevr...-system-140726

ST1LE · 08-31-2022, 08:47 AM

I'm a Borla S-Type fan myself. The Corsa is a raspier sound, like the stock NPP, and I dont like that so much. The S-Type has a smoother, cleaner, and deeper sound which I really enjoy.

AWE also sounds great, but has no valves and as a result is a cheaper option.

One piece of advice, find a vendor here on the forum and call them for best pricing.

Crushin_LT1 · 08-31-2022, 08:50 AM

I have the Corsa NPP, sounds amazing very throaty, very much muscle car sound. The valves make a very clear difference, too.

KingLT1 · 08-31-2022, 09:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ST1LE

I'm a Borla S-Type fan myself. The Corsa is a raspier sound, like the stock NPP, and I dont like that so much. The S-Type has a smoother, cleaner, and deeper sound which I really enjoy.

AWE also sounds great, but has no valves and as a result is a cheaper option.

One piece of advice, find a vendor here on the forum and call them for best pricing.

The Corsa NPP is not raspy at all when closed. Open most NPP setups are going to sound the similar since they bypass the mufflers.

I also like the S-type but went with Corsa since it's quieter with the valves closed.

They all are overpriced...just glad I got mine a couple years ago from CSP for 20% off before the prices went up. The standard Non-npp setups are going for more than what I paid for my Corsa NPP.

ST1LE · 08-31-2022, 12:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KingLT1

The Corsa NPP is not raspy at all when closed. Open most NPP setups are going to sound the similar since they bypass the mufflers.

I also like the S-type but went with Corsa since it's quieter with the valves closed.

They all are overpriced...just glad I got mine a couple years ago from CSP for 20% off before the prices went up. The standard Non-npp setups are going for more than what I paid for my Corsa NPP.

That's interesting, I didnt know that and agree with you that a 'quieter' quiet mode is preferred. Thanks for sharing!

Katech_Zach · 09-01-2022, 08:53 AM

I would try a stainless works legends series. I have the borla-s type and it sounds good, but i am just going for something a little different

dmcmahan60 · 09-01-2022, 09:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 70ls1nova

AWE makes good stuff.

https://www.awe-tuning.com/ivaf/prod...e_t/6.2L%20SC/

AWE while a great sounding exhaust does not offer an NPP or valved version:(

easttxss · 09-01-2022, 09:17 AM

I have a full Stainless Works system on mine. Very nice product.

ST1LE · 09-01-2022, 03:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Katech_Zach

I would try a stainless works legends series. I have the borla-s type and it sounds good, but i am just going for something a little different

Quote:

Originally Posted by easttxss

I have a full Stainless Works system on mine. Very nice product.

I heard these systems have a little drone. Is that not correct? I like Stainless Works.

ALMN · 09-02-2022, 02:04 PM

My advice is either Corsa extreme active exhaust or Borla Atak. Do not get the stype because its almost no louder than the stock. Atak is more of a muscle tone and Corsa is more of an exotic tone. Atak is cheaper though.

08-20-2022, 12:02 PM	#1
zapp Drives: 2022 ZLE 6M Join Date: Jun 2021 Location: California Posts: 98	Valved exhaust setup for ZL1-1LE Manual Hi all, I'm looking for a valved exhaust upgrade for my incoming manual ZLE. I would start with a cat-back system. So far, I narrowed down on 2 options, AFE & Corsa. I wish the GTHaus Titanium one would be more affordable Can you share your experience with those? Any other suggestions? (Borla is out for me, as I don't like their exhaust tips) AFE: https://afepower.com/afe-power-49-34...exhaust-system Corsa: https://www.corsaperformance.com/col...32487680344150

08-30-2022, 11:37 AM	#3
LiqTenExp Drives: 2017 ZL1 Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: NJ Posts: 926	Don't forget about the Borla system: https://www.borla.com/products/chevr...-system-140726 __________________ 2017 Camaro ZL1 Coupe M6 (847whp Dynojet on 93)

08-31-2022, 08:47 AM	#4
ST1LE Drives: E92 BMW M3 Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Houston Posts: 4,496	I'm a Borla S-Type fan myself. The Corsa is a raspier sound, like the stock NPP, and I dont like that so much. The S-Type has a smoother, cleaner, and deeper sound which I really enjoy. AWE also sounds great, but has no valves and as a result is a cheaper option. One piece of advice, find a vendor here on the forum and call them for best pricing. __________________ SOLD - 2013 1LE - Pat G Spec'd Cam, NPP with 1 7/8" Long Tube Headers with High Flow Cats, Intake w/scoop, Ported Throttle Body, and Apex 1.25" Lowering Springs. J-Rod Built and Matt@FSP Tuned

08-31-2022, 08:50 AM	#5
Crushin_LT1 Drives: 2021 LT1 6spd Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: Arlington, VA Posts: 784	I have the Corsa NPP, sounds amazing very throaty, very much muscle car sound. The valves make a very clear difference, too. __________________ Current: 2021 LT1 Camaro, 6spd, Crush, Corsa NPP, GMPP CAI, Soler Performance Throttle controller Previous: 1997 V6 Camaro, 5spd, Black

09-01-2022, 09:17 AM	#10
easttxss Drives: '16 2SS M6 Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: Hughes Springs, TX Posts: 329	I have a full Stainless Works system on mine. Very nice product. __________________ David '16 2SS M6 black on black, SW long tube full exhaust, NPP, Roto-fab CAI, ported stock TB '16 2SS M6 black w/Metallic black stripes, Kalahari, 6 piston front (totaled 1/22/20) '14 Fusion Titanium 2.0T '83 Jeep Wagoneer

08-30-2022, 11:20 AM	#2
70ls1nova Drives: 2022 Camaro, 2014 F150, G6, 70 Nova Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: PA Posts: 33	AWE makes good stuff. https://www.awe-tuning.com/ivaf/prod...e_t/6.2L%20SC/

09-01-2022, 08:53 AM	#8
Katech_Zach Drives: 14 Camaro SS 1LE Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Clinton Twp, MI Posts: 483	I would try a stainless works legends series. I have the borla-s type and it sounds good, but i am just going for something a little different

09-02-2022, 02:04 PM	#12
ALMN Drives: 2SS 1LE M6, Palisade Calligraphy Join Date: Nov 2021 Location: Minnesota Posts: 221	My advice is either Corsa extreme active exhaust or Borla Atak. Do not get the stype because its almost no louder than the stock. Atak is more of a muscle tone and Corsa is more of an exotic tone. Atak is cheaper though.

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