Cat-Back Exhaust Systems

Shop cat-back exhaust systems for a more distinctive voice and a coordinated rear-end finish at Black Ops Auto Works. Compare Borla S-Type and ATAK, CORSA Sport and Xtreme, AWE Touring and Track, MBRP and other listed systems for the exact vehicle. Choose the sound character you want at acceleration and cruise, then compare material, valve operation, exit layout and tips.

Borla and CORSA Sound Choices

Borla S-Type and ATAK provide different sound characters, with ATAK the more aggressive option where both are offered. Compare manufacturer sound clips on the same engine and vehicle, including the installed headers or other front-exhaust changes that affect the finished note.

CORSA Sport and Xtreme likewise have different sound levels. Its RSC technology targets unwanted cruising resonance in the designed system. Choose the actual application and sound family rather than assuming the loudest acceleration note must also mean the most cabin drone.

AWE Touring, Track and Other Product Families

AWE Touring references use the specified 180 Technology arrangement for cruising resonance control; Track references offer a more direct, louder character on their supported applications. Compare the exact system and any available conversion components rather than treating Track as a legal-use certification.

MagnaFlow, Solo Performance, HKS, Invidia, Remark, MBRP and other listed brands offer their own muffler, resonator and pipe arrangements. Compare the actual sound-design family and manufacturer recordings instead of ranking every Touring, Sport or Race label on one cross-brand scale.

Materials: Tubing and Tips Are Separate Choices

Compare the actual tubing material: aluminized steel, stainless grades and titanium references have different construction, finish and price considerations. A system described with T304 tips may use a different material for the main pipes.

MBRP entries, for example, include aluminized systems with stainless tips as well as other construction choices. Read the full material specification before comparing corrosion resistance or weight. Black, polished, PVD or carbon-fiber tip choices affect the visible finish and may be separate variants or components.

Valve Operation and Exit Layout

Factory active valves, AFM-related exhaust hardware and electronic actuators have different functions. Select the exact retain/delete configuration and required supplied or transferred hardware. A valve-delete system and a system retaining factory control are distinct choices.

Compare single, dual or quad exits with bumper openings, diffuser, hitch and body configuration. Truck fitment can depend on cab, bed and wheelbase. Match tip diameter and placement with the actual rear bodywork instead of assuming the engine alone identifies the correct system.

Cat-Back, Axle-Back and Complete Contents

A cat-back replaces the specified section downstream of the catalyst connection; an axle-back has a different scope. Some listings in the broader selection are axle-back or component references, so review the exact connection point and contents.

Confirm pipes, mufflers, resonators, tips, clamps, gaskets and valve-related hardware where included. Use current manufacturer instructions and applicable sound/use requirements. The system name alone does not guarantee a particular power gain, fabrication-free installation or compatibility with other exhaust modifications.

Choose Your Part

• Choose the desired acceleration tone and cruise behavior using same-vehicle sound clips.
• Compare exact brand family, tubing material and tip finish.
• Match valve configuration, body/wheelbase and exit layout.
• Review connection point, complete contents and installation requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do Borla S-Type and ATAK differ?

ATAK is the more aggressive sound choice where both are available. Compare recordings and application details for the same engine and complete exhaust setup.

What does CORSA RSC address?

Reflective Sound Cancellation targets unwanted cruising resonance in the designed system. Sport and Xtreme offer different sound levels; choose the exact application and family.

How do AWE Touring and Track choices differ?

Touring references use the specified 180 Technology arrangement for cruising refinement. Track references provide a more direct sound on their supported applications. Check the exact system configuration.

Does a stainless tip mean the entire exhaust is stainless?

No. Tips and main tubing can use different materials, including aluminized systems with stainless tips. Read the complete material specification.

What should I check for factory exhaust valves?

Identify the actual valve/actuator configuration and whether the selected system retains or deletes it. Review required transferred or supplied hardware and the manufacturer procedure.

How do cat-back and axle-back packages differ?

They replace different sections and use different connection points. Compare the exact assembly contents rather than assuming every listing is a full cat-back.

What vehicle details matter beyond engine size?

Body, cab/bed/wheelbase, bumper or diffuser layout, factory valves and other exhaust modifications can affect fit. Use the complete application and exit configuration.

Related Collections

Borla · CORSA Performance · AWE · Axle-Back Exhaust · Direct-Fit Catalytic Converters