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Main Improvements:
DB Levels are within 1-2dbs of stock OEM mufflers
Horsepower and Torque increases vary, But are higher than stock.
Pyrometer Temperatures have dropped as much as 100º
Turbo Charger "Spools" up quicker
Straight stack look. Smooth 5", 6", 7" Baffles fit inside the stacks.
Mileage up from stock. On the trucks tested, Mileage ranged from 6% - 9% increase
All Steel construction
Easy Installation
Less Restriction, Runs cooler
Idles better, Exhaust is Pulled out rather the Pushed.
Your Test results may very according to conditions and engine setups. During testing mileage did not drop below the normal obtained mileage. Tests were done on both single and dual exhaust engines.
SOUND TEST RESULTS
Drive by with Dual OEM Mufflers - 80dBA
Drive by with 5" Straight pipes and NO Mufflers - 97dBA
Drive by with 5" QP Mufflers - 81dBA
Drive by with 6" QP Mufflers - 81dBA
Drive by with 7" QP Mufflers - 80dBA
Test Vehicle: 2000 Peterbilt 379 Conventional
Engine: 525 HP Electronic N14 plus
Cummins
Trailer: 2000 Stoughton 102" x 53'
van LOADED with a 35,000 pound net load
Test was conducted on a concrete road in an Industrial Park with buildings, trees, etc., giving a "REAL LIFE" simulation, NOT controlled lab results. These test are for COMPLETE vehical sound, not just exhuast sound levels. Drive by test was measured @ 50' @ 6' high, with the engine under acceleration at the loudest point of the pull. Engine brakes are still loud with our QP Mufflers. Other engines my be quieter or louder by design.
DRIVE TIRE HORSEPOWER RESULTS
| STOCK 10" | QP-5 | QP-6 | QP-7 | Road Speed | |
| ENGINE RPM | MUFFLERS | 5" | 6" | 7" | MPH |
| 1400 | 383 | 393 | 415 | 414 | 57 |
| 1500 | 406 | 427 | 408 | 413 | 60 |
| 1600 | 431 | 432 | 424 | 426 | 63 |
| 1700 | 418 | 415 | 421 | 418 | 67 |
| 1800 | 416 | 424 | 414 | 419 | 71 |
| 1900 | 387 | 411 | 402 | 406 | 73 |
| * Test Conditions | 7:00 a.m. | 10:45 a.m. | 1:50 p.m. | 3:12 p.m. | |
| 68º low | 85º Moderate | 97º High | 98º High | ||
| Humidity | Humidity | Humidity | Humidity |
*Test were conducted on a Calibrated Chassis Dyno at Williams Diesel; Hubbard, Ohio. The truck was in 18th gear, direct drive with the engine fan on: 100% load on the wheels.
On four different engines, the turbo lag was GONE, everyone stated that the turbo spooled up FAST with a touch of the accelerator pedal.
FUEL MILEAGE STATEMENTS
| NAME & ENGINE |
FUEL MILEAGE WITH STOCK 10" MUFFLERS |
FUEL MILEAGE WITH STOCK QP MUFFLERS |
MILEAGE GAIN |
% OF GAIN |
| David Newham 360 hp 12.7 Detroit 60 Series, 5" Stacks |
6.41 mpg | 6.79 mpg | .38 mpg | 5.9 |
| Mike Piispanen 525 hp 12.7 Detroit 60 Series, 6" Stacks |
5.85 mpg | 6.40 mpg | .55 mpg | 9.4 |
| Rick Dearing 525 hp N14 plus Cummins, 7" Stacks |
5.96 mpg | 6.35 mpg | .39 mpg | 6.5 |
| Mark Simpson 400 hp N14 Cummins, 5" Stacks |
5.75 mpg | 5.92 mpg | .17 mpg | 3 |
These are average gains, pending on load, weights and weather conditions. These may change, but overall there has been a gain across the board!
As we get more feedback and results we'll update everyone with the FUEL SAVINGS!
REDUCE YOUR COST PER MILE!!
Requires two (2) holes drilled through stack.
FUEL COMPARISON TEST
Owner: Rick Dearing
525 HP N14 PLUS Cummins
7" stacks and Spiral Baffles
Based on 100,000 miles per year.
Regular mileage: 5.96 MPG Fuel is 16,778 Gallons @ $1.48 per gal.
for
100,000 miles = $24,832 Regular mufflers
Improved mileage with Spiral Turbo Baffles.
6.35 MPG (gain of 6.5%) Fuel is 15,384 Gallons @ $1.48 per gal. for
100,000 miles = $22,769
Savings of $2063.00. Minus the cost of the Spiral baffles $625.00 =
$1438.00
Fuel savings is enough to go 6165 FREE miles.
These figures are based on past history of the individual truck and
driver.
Your gains CAN vary depending on weight, weather, road conditions,
etc.
Introducing the New 8.0" QP (Quiet Performance)
Stock Replacement Muffler
5.9% Fuel Mileage Increase (avg.)
Quiet as a Stock 10" Muffler
Meets Federal and California Sound Levels
Heavy gauge, 100% welded construction
No Turbo Lag, Faster Acceleration
Easily installed, Bolts in place
STS - US Patent Number 6,796,403 B1
| NAME & ENGINE | STOCK 10" MUFFLER MPG |
QPM-851 MILEAGE |
MPG GAIN |
% GAIN |
| Truckmen Corp. N14 Cummins 500 HP |
5.99 | 6.13 | .14 | 2 1/2 |
| Truckmen Corp. N14 Cummins 475 HP |
5.74 | 6.12 | .38 | 6 |
| Sandridge Foods ISX Cummins 525 HP |
6.00 | 6.20 | .2 | 3 1/2 |
| Sandridge Foods N14 Cummins 400 HP |
6.09 | 6.52 | .43 | 7 |
| Avery Tank Lines Mack V Mac 2 427 HP |
5.60 | 6.35 | .75 | 13 1/2 |
| BG Express 12.7 L Detroit 500 HP |
7.00 | 7.60 | .60 | 8 1/2 |
| Tube Express 11.1 L Detroit 400 HP |
6.00 | 6.48 | .48 | 8 |
8.0" Baffle
For a main supplier call Grand Rock @ 800-321-3674 North America
Introducing the "NEW" 10.0" Direct stock replacement
Baffle/Muffler System.
These are new, but will be displayed at the Louisville Truck show in March.
Call for more Info & Pricing
Great for Fleet Applications
Cost Savings to your business is "HUGE"
New 10.0" Baffle
Testimonials
Brent A Shaw
Southport 77 inc.
Panama City Beach, FL
"Love'm! Southern Equipment in Orlando, FL ordered and installed exactlly what
Paul suggested I use. My 2000 KW W900 is getting almost 1MPG getter (5.65MPG --
now 6.54) I know it will do better if I stay off the pedal,, It just sounds to
good, exhaust temp. is down 100 degrees and the turbo spools up fast!
Thanks guys for a great product that delivers!!
(3406 CAT 550 horse power dual 5" QP-5LC)
Jim Varsey -C15 CAT dual 7" stacks 5.93 to 6.28 MPG
Lonny Jerbsky - ISX Cummins Dual 6" stacks 6.41 to 6.73 MPG
Dave Osborne -M11 Cummins QPM-851 6.2 to 6.44 MPG
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