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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Emory" data-source="post: 1044573" data-attributes="member: 74702"><p>I didn't go the dual exhaust route.  I thought I would until I discussed it with the exhaust guy I used.  The issue he expressed is dealing with the spare tire and getting over the frame rail would be more difficult adding more expense and he would have to squeeze down a section of the pipe to get it over the rail and outboard.  This would create a bit of back pressure, nothing to be concerned with but still.    I had him install an over-sized exhaust tip, which I have since painted black with high-temp paint because I got tired of trying to keep the SS polished.  But I have also changed from the original wheels (which were chrome clad) and now have gone black spoke style wheels which I've gotten several compliments on.  (Pics)   My original wheels were bad and had slow leaks due to corrosion (another known salt issue) and drove me crazy.  The price for new chrome clads are $400 ea.    So when I needed new tires, I decided to go with black wheel and tire package.  I used Cooper Tires as they have shown to give really good mileage and service.  Very happy with the choice.</p></blockquote><p></p>