Reviews for Quadratec Competition Cat Back Exhaust System by MagnaFlow for 00-06 Jeep Wrangler TJ with 2.5/4.0L
It sounds good now that I put different tires on my Jeep I can hear it TJ 2006
Quality product, looks great on the Jeep. Removal of the skid plate and supporting the transmission was the most difficult part. A little louder and deeper tone than the stock system, no drone, but you can clearly tell its a different system when driving.
Quality materials, finish, and perfect fit on the TJ. Sounds more aggressive than stock but still a mellow note with zero drone. As the dad, I though it was just right; the son was hoping for a little more. Simple install once you get past the two rusted bolts on the OEM flange. Go ahead and drop the skid plate to gain better access to the stock bolts. I had to use heat and still sheared one of the studs. Also be aware that new nuts are not included so pick some up before you start the project.
Great sound as stated by most, the only complaint I have is that I had to replace my rear hanger with one that could go lower as the system smacked the heat shield above the bend into submission and my heat shield has a hole now... But other than that, great
Ordered yesturday at 2pm, and received my order by 11 am today, exhaust was on by 12:30pm. Great customer service!
The muffler fits well and sounds good. A touch louder than stock but has a nice tone. The rest hanger had to be adjusted, but not that big of a deal.
Part arrived packaged well. Either the flange on the Magnaflow Catalytic Converter or the flange on this muffler was offset, they did not align properly. There were no nuts on the mounting suds, Part is not cheap and all hardware should be included. Part was ordered and paid for in early June, part was back ordered "by the vendor" did not arrive until early August.
I purchased this product on 02/2018. Welded end cap failed 12/2018. Removal of the stock system was the worst part of the whole thing. Instructions: Good. Product appearance: Good. Quality: Not so good. Costumer Service(Quadratec): Excellent.
I’m giving it a three because I had to drag the jacks and stand out and I installed the replacement in the rain. Second time installing this kit went better because I had practice. I called Quadratec on Friday, replacement arrived Saturday. Installed Sunday! Alignment is key. Muffler is not as loud as other MagnaFlow mufflers that I have installed. But the combination of the muffler and high flow air filter has increased mileage and performance. Would I recommend this product, Yes!
Front muffler flange was welded quite crooked, unfortunately I had already cut off my old muffler due to rust. I had to use the defective muffler which is now stressing the heck out of the rubber mounts. The tailpipe is also hitting the frame in back which is causing a rattle. Heading to a muffle shop on Monday to see if I can salvage the set-up.
The exhaust sounds pretty good. It has a nice, smooth, deep tone. I expected it to be a bit louder than it is, it seems to be only a bit louder than stock. After less than two years of ownership, the entire system besides the polished muffler and tip are covered in surface rust. The piping looks just like the 17 year old piping that its connected to. Also after less than two years, I got underneath the jeep to do some work and noticed that one of the welds had failed on the muffler. For this price I feel like this exhaust should be better quality. I will be using the lifetime warranty to get a refund and buy another brand.