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Properly implemented, either single or dual exhaust systems can perform well on most any truck. The question largely comes down to matter of perence in sound, appearance and budget.

Horsepower

Horsepower is a matter of exhaust flow, and it matters little whether that flow issues through one big pipe or two smaller ones.

Sound

Because dual pipes split the flow, it is easier to hear the sound of individual cylinders firing. Many people per some sort of dual exhaust for their more analog exhaust note.

Budget

Most people who replace a trucks exhaust system will opt not to use a true dual exhaust system, because often the entire system must replaced, from exhaust manifold to tailpipe.

Velocity and Torque

If there is one good argument for dual pipes, it is that using two smaller pipes will cause an increase in exhaust velocity, which may help boost torque for towing.

Turbodiesels

Almost all turbo-diesel trucks work best with a single large exhaust pipe, since the turbo only has one large exhaust outlet anyway.

Installing a dual exhaust on a Ford station wagon is the exact opposite of removing it. However, if you had the exhaust removed for you or you are doing custom work for your vehicle in stages, you may need a refresher on how to install a new dual exhaust. The dual exhaust for the Ford station wagon is an aftermarket exhaust system that splits the exhaust into two exhaust tips. Youll need a basic set of tools and at least an hour to install the new exhaust.

Instructions

1

Support the dual exhaust system with jack stands underneath the Taurus. The catalytic converter needs to be facing the front of the vehicle and the muffler needs to be at the rear of the vehicle.

2

Secure the dual exhaust piping to the hangers underneath the station wagon. The hangers are metal hooks with a rubber loop attached to the end of the hook. Slide the metal hook on the exhaust system through the rubber loop attached to the bodys metal hooks.

3

Install the oxygen sensors from the old exhaust system into the dual exhaust using the O2 sensor tool. Thread the O2 sensor and turn it clockwise to tighten. There is one sensor before the catalytic converter and one after.

4

Plug the electrical connectors into the O2 sensors.

5

Put a gasket against the mating surface of the exhaust piping and bolt the exhaust piping to the exhaust manifold at the back of the engine.