Split Borla vs. Single Gibson

[2Khoe]

OK, so I'm considering a Borla single-in split rear-out, or a Gibson single-in-out side swept (stainless) for a 2K Tahoe 4WD (5.3L). The thing is, I tow a 3800lb boat weekly, and have been told you get more pulling torque from a sinlge in-out than a split. So, single Gibson seems to be the best bet. But, I really like the styling of the Borla split rear, plus I'm getting a killer price ($460). I think the Gibson is like $420. I don't really know how much torque we are talking about between the 2, but if it's negligible, I just assume go for the Borla. I mean, if the Borla torque is better than stock, then I'm happy. TIA for any input...

[CKTA]

If you can get a Borla system for $460.00.........JUMP ON IT!:cool:

[Jokeman]

Originally posted by CKTA
If you can get a Borla system for $460.00.........JUMP ON IT!:cool:
Yup what he said. I think they are normally 800. Quadcab4x4 has one on his truck and he seems to like it a lot.:D

[Rossco]

---I say snatch that baby up as fast as you can.....I can gaurandamntee you that you will love it.....friends got one on his 01 hoe....
Ross

[87 K5]

If you like the Borla get it. But if you want performance go with the single in single out the rumor is true. Personal experiance. Hope this helps :drunk:

[Lo Life]

where are you getting the borla for that price? hook me up..

[2Khoe]

Originally posted by 2002ssSilverado
where are you getting the borla for that price? hook me up..

Truckperformance.com. They are overstocked right now on the split Borla, so they have a clearance price, plus I've got a 5% discount from my order last month. Don't know if they are overstocked on all Borla, or just that particular app for my truck - I'm thinking it may just be the Tahoe/Yukon setup - I punched in Silverado, and didn't see the same price.

[tsbrewers]

Would a 2k tahoe fit a 2k silverado? I have been looking too. I was planning on going Gibson, but ?? I see the have the Borla Side Exit Cat-Back System With Dual Round Angle Cut Phantom Tips for $445.99

Brew

[2Khoe]

Originally posted by tsbrewers
Would a 2k tahoe fit a 2k silverado? I have been looking too. I was planning on going Gibson, but ?? I see the have the Borla Side Exit Cat-Back System With Dual Round Angle Cut Phantom Tips for $445.99

Brew

I doubt it, especially if you're talking about an extended cab. Plus, the rear suspension is different (coils vs. leaf), so the hangers may be in different places. Also, at borla.com you get different part numbers for Tahoe vs. a 1500 truck. You can call truckperformance and see - they are pretty helpful on the phone.

[tsbrewers]

Thanks, I didn't know about the suspension difference, but I did figure out that they have different part #'s on the Borla site. Now I am in the dilema too. I can get a Gibson SS for $400 from a local place, but the borla dual side exit's look good for $500 though????

Brew

[speedjunkie]

hey I am new to this posting thing so don't get mad if it is wrong. I have a Borla on my '98 and it is OK but in full droop of the rear suspention it hits. I don't think it will worl on a lifted truck either.

[2Khoe]

Originally posted by speedjunkie
hey I am new to this posting thing so don't get mad if it is wrong. I have a Borla on my '98 and it is OK but in full droop of the rear suspention it hits. I don't think it will worl on a lifted truck either.

I'm only dropped 2" in the rear, so I don't anticipate a problem with the space. If you go read quadcab4x4's Boral post under Product Reviews, you'll see that he installed the split rear system on a lifted truck no problem, but did do some adjustments because of the lift.

BTW, I talked to Borla today about the power difference between single-in-out, and sinlge-in split-out, and they said there is no difference, at least comparing 2 Borla systems. Not sure how it would compare to Gibson. Anyways, went ahead and ordered the Borla today - 5 bills to my door.