Pros and Cons: Aluminized vs. Stainless

[Cory Richards]

FINALLY got a little extra cash and I plan on buying a new exhaust in the next week or so. I had made my mind up on the Gibson Swept Side but then I saw that EE also offers a similar exhaust by Magnaflow in my price range.



What are the pros and cons of an aluminized exhaust, and the pros and cons of a stainless exhaust? EE only has the Magnaflow in stainless, but Gibson has the single out in both.



Also, what are some of the best/cheapest places to buy either of these models online?



Thanks.

 

[Larry Phillips]

Stainless is more expensive, but is easier to keep clean, doesn't corrode or rust.

 

[Rodger Tellefson]

Also, I think that each have a different sound. If you like the sound of the Magnaflow, then that is what to get.

 

[Jeff C]

If you live where they salt the roads in the winter, the aluminized will rust a lot faster, or so I'm told. Don't know much about cold weather here.

 

[Todd Z]

Stainless is the way to go, You will never have to replace it again....

Todd Z

 

[Cory Richards]

Does EE offer a member discount on the exhaust?

 

[scott r]

I don't think that EE offers a member discount on much of anything, unfortunately.

 

[Larry Phillips]

I thought they offered 10% for being a MyST member.

 

[scott r]

hmm, I'm gonna have to call Dave then. I forgot my discount. hehe

it's possible that he does, or does only on some items. It never hurts to ask.

 

[Gavin Allan]

Stainless lasts longer. Should be well worth the price difference unless you are trading it soon.

 

[EddieS'04]

Since you live in snow country, where they salt the roads...I would go with the stainless



I think Gibson also makes a stainless version for the Trac...I have the magnaflow...nice mellow roar at thottle up and quite in the cab at cruise....