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Old Apr 30, 2009 | 10:19 AM
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I have recently purchased a 08 street glide. I am looking to install a new exhaust system. Would like advice on which system is best, and also what else I need to do in regards to the fuel system.
 
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Old Apr 30, 2009 | 10:23 AM
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Rinehart true duals I can't say enough good things about them. I also love the way they sound.
 
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Old Apr 30, 2009 | 10:26 AM
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cant say what is best..its personal opinion. i have vance and hines headers with reinhart mufflers. i like it, u might not. need to do nothing to the fuel system as long as u dont touch your air cleaner. if u replace the a/c then you need to get a pc or whatever u want to have installed.
 
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Old Apr 30, 2009 | 11:04 AM
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i have vance and hines headers with reinhart mufflers.
Same for me, good combo.
 
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Old Apr 30, 2009 | 11:08 AM
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You've got some reading ahead of you! I'm happy with my Supertrapp 2:1 and Teclusion. Sounds better, pulls harder and runs cooler.
 
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Old Apr 30, 2009 | 12:11 PM
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OMG...This is gonna be a long thread! Best thing ya can do is go find where the local bikes hang out and start listening to their set ups! Only then will you find the right choice for you!

I have Vance and Hines Monster Ovals and couldn't love them more! Going True Dual headers by the end of the month. I've heard this set-up and love it! I'll stick with My MO's! As I stated in a post just abit ago... it give the right sound (low distinct rumble) that alot of us look for but not so loud it detracts from the ride, your tunes and such!

Ride Safe, Choose Wisely! Mike
 
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Old Apr 30, 2009 | 12:31 PM
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While I don't have one on my bike, the best souding exhaust I've ever heard is the Thunderheader.

 
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Old Apr 30, 2009 | 12:41 PM
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Stay Away from Samson.
I bought theirs it didnt fit.
They said tough - you bought it.
Just a warning.
 
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Old Apr 30, 2009 | 12:52 PM
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Originally Posted by rocknrod
Stay Away from Samson.
I bought theirs it didnt fit.
They said tough - you bought it.
Just a warning.
WOW...nothing like totally horrible customer service! Sorry you had to go through that!

Mike
 
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Old Apr 30, 2009 | 01:17 PM
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Default Vance&Hines or Rinehart True Duals

Right now I am running Rinehart true duals, not only do they sound
good, but they are tops for improving performance.

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