russellbaldwin Posted March 14, 2016 Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 (edited) Hi - looking for some views on TR6 exhaust. Bit of background first. I've got a 1975 TR6 which I've had for the last 25 years. It was restored about 15 years ago - lot's of panels replaced, TRGB restored the engine and converted to unleaded, reconditioned gearbox, stainless exhaust, overdrive, GAZ rear shock conversion yada yada.....It's now in fine condition, can be used whenever and looks great. As ever there are a list of jobs to be done - but that's part of the fun! But - this is the only 6 I've ever driven! A friend has just bought his second - a well sorted early model which has had a few upgrades including a full Phoenix big bore system. He's retained the original lever arm rear suspension and driving the car has reminded me of some of the charachter that's been dialled out with the conversion - so I am changing mine back. The car already has polybushes done so I reckon this should be a perfect combo. I'm not into ragging the 6 - just want to continue to enjoy the experience. So here's the question I'd appreciate your views on. The full system Phoenix system (with original looking tailpipe) sounded fabulous, helped with the odd pop and bang from time to time. I don't need the performance increase and don't really want the hassle of changing the full system so will the Pheonix exhaust mounted to standard manifold give the same sound experience? Any views appreciated - thanks. Edited March 14, 2016 by russellbaldwin Quote Link to post Share on other sites
whatmore179 Posted March 14, 2016 Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 I had the Phoenix cross box system to the original manifold before I had my engine rebuilt 4 years ago. It sounded great but not as good as it does now with the Phoenix manifold ( in my opinion). Steve Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nigel Triumph Posted March 15, 2016 Report Share Posted March 15, 2016 I had the Phoenix cross box system to the original manifold before I had my engine rebuilt 4 years ago. It sounded great but not as good as it does now with the Phoenix manifold ( in my opinion). Steve I've had the same experience with Phoenix exhaust and manifold on my 6. Fitting the 6 3 1 manifold does make a difference. Other point to note... the silencer was quite muted when new. After about a thousand miles the exhaust note was louder. Nigel Quote Link to post Share on other sites
russellbaldwin Posted March 22, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 22, 2016 Thanks for the comments - full manifold it is! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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