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Old Dec 13, 2022 | 09:08 PM
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I hope I have a clear question and get helpful answers.

I am running straight pipes right now on my 2013 HD LImited. I have not noticed any loss in power or anything mechanical so my question is~

If I have a pair of slip ons that have the baffles in them, If I cut all but the last couple of inches and pinch the tube together like some of the baffles I have seen on the internet will that get a deeper sound or will that work at all?

Just gonna try different things unless someone has done that and it is a complete waste of time.

Thanks for any respones in advance.
 
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Old Dec 14, 2022 | 06:49 AM
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Might wish to try the slip ons as delivered before cutting the baffles
If it`s too quiet , cut the baffles in stages to get the desired noise level
Easy to cut off, not easy to add back on

EDIT: Yes, I have done this minus the "pinching" you mention. V&H slip ons.
 

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Old Dec 14, 2022 | 07:18 AM
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OP - is that FtW HD in your photo?
 
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Wrapping the baffles lowers the tone, and protects the cans.
 
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Old Dec 14, 2022 | 10:15 PM
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Kents HD in Abilene Tx
 
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You might want to look at using lollipops in the mufflers. They change the sound and help with the performance.
 
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