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Old Aug 28, 2022 | 07:59 PM
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Default Rinehart does not recommend their DBX 45 for Limited models?

I’m going to look at a 2021 RG Limited for sale on Tuesday running Rinehart True Duals, and DBX45 slip ons. It also has an SE air cleaner and SE tuner.

Wondering why Rinehart recommends against running the DBX 45’s, and instead recommends the 40’s. I sent them a message, and will call tomorrow if I don’t hear back by email after lunch.

Wondering if it is just fitment issues, or engine/performance concerns.

Thanks in advance

 
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I will suspect performance concerns. The larger cans could possibly cause a loss of low end torque.
 
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Talked to Rinehart today. It’s just due to fitment issues.

If not installed “properly”, meaning yanking the slip-on’s hard to each side before tightening clamps and brackets when installing, they’ll rub the axle nut and possibly swing arm.

Which is why they recommend their 4” offering versus the 4.5” slip-ons for Limiteds.
 
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I was offered DBX45's from my dealer on my new 2023 Ultra Limited which I pickup in a couple of weeks, so hopefully they don't rub.
 
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Originally Posted by Chookster
I was offered DBX45's from my dealer on my new 2023 Ultra Limited which I pickup in a couple of weeks, so hopefully they don't rub.
If they are installed correctly, they will be fine. I ran them on a M8 limited with no issues.
 
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