Regular Exhaust Cutout The most basic, the most purchased model, can be welded or installed with clamps. It is typically placed after the header s or exhaust manifold and before the muffler or resonator. The purpose of an exhaust cutout is to allow the driver to manually control the flow of exhaust gases and modify the sound and performance characteristics of the vehicle.
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