A true truck enthusiast doesn’t take a single part of their truck for granted. Every single detail is something that you can improve and perfect, from the smallest gasket to the largest fuel injector. While it makes sense to focus on the parts of your truck that will improve performance or give you a better driving experience, sometimes you want to get something new that’s just for fun.
Take, for example, your exhaust tips. Now, we’re not talking about the exhaust system as a whole. If you want to improve your exhaust system, we can help with that as well, but this article is for those truck owners who want to make sure their aesthetics are just as on-point as their truck’s functionality.
Exhaust tips are the part of the exhaust system that you actually get to see on a regular basis, so it makes sense that you would want something that you like looking at. Below, we’ll take a closer look at what exhaust tips actually are and why you might want them for your own truck. If you’ve never considered your exhaust tips before, this article might make you rethink the way they look and sound.
As we’ve already mentioned, your exhaust tip isn’t wholly different from your exhaust system, but simply one single part of that larger system. Specifically, the exhaust tip is the name for the part of your exhaust that sticks out of the back of your truck. Wherever you see the smoke exiting your truck, you’re looking at the exhaust tip.
For the most part, the exhaust tip is an aesthetic part of your truck, adding to its overall look and feel. However, exhaust tips do play an important role in allowing exhaust gases to escape your truck a safe enough distance away that the gases won’t harm you while driving. They can also help prevent smoke damage to your truck’s finish over time.
Now that we have a better idea about what exhaust tips are, why would you want to change them at all? Diesel truck owners tend to focus on two major benefits of new exhaust tips. The first of those benefits is their aesthetic value, and the second is their ability to modify the sound of your engine. Let’s explore these benefits a little more to see why exhaust tips are valuable.
Chances are good that you bought a diesel truck for its power and its reliability. A beefier exhaust tip can give your truck that powerful and tough look that you’re going for without breaking the bank on expensive aesthetic upgrades. You don’t want your truck looking like a tank except for its tiny and rusted old exhaust tips.
The exhaust tip is where the sound of your engine’s exhaust escapes. If you’re someone who enjoys the throaty roar of a powerful engine, you aren’t alone. That engine growl is highly sought-after by plenty of truck owners, but not many realize that the exhaust tip plays a huge role in the way your truck ends up sounding. Both the shape and material of the exhaust tip can change the way your entire truck sounds on the road.
You have a plethora of options when it comes to exhaust tips. You might want one that has a specific finish to it, or maybe you’re looking for an exhaust tip that really extends far out from underneath your truck. If you already know that you want to replace and upgrade your exhaust tip, you might want to explore the options available to you so you can be sure that you’re getting something you’ll actually like.
Here are some of the various choices to make when it comes to a new exhaust tip.
In this case, “wall” refers to the layers that make up the exhaust tip. A single-wall exhaust tip is usually a single piece of metal that you can attach to your existing exhaust pipe. Dual-wall exhaust tips are still made of one piece of metal, but the sheet has been folded in on itself to create another layer of material.
Single-wall exhaust tips often give a sleeker look to your exhaust, while dual-wall tips tend towards a bulkier and more powerful look. While there are some who will say that the different wall types change the sound quality of the engine, these differences are usually quite small and will only affect you if you have a very good sense of hearing.
The tip’s inlet size refers to the diameter of the attachment point on the tip. This is usually four or five inches in the case of most trucks. You don’t have much of a choice here, as the inlet size must fit the diameter of your existing pipe; nonetheless, it’s important to mention because you don’t want to get a pipe that is too big or small to fit on your truck.
Exhaust tips come in various lengths, ranging from just a few inches to well over a foot. This is a personal preference decision. Some truck owners prefer something a little more subtle, while others want something a little more eye-catching. Just make sure that the size you get can fit on your truck without bumping into anything.
Exhaust tips are either bolt-on or weld-on attachments. Bolt-on tips have a slit cut in them and a bolt that you can use to tightly fasten them to your existing exhaust pipe. Weld-on tips are one solid piece, and you’ll need to either weld them onto your exhaust pipe or buy an external clamp to keep them in place.
Another aesthetic choice to consider is the exhaust tip’s finish. You’ll find plenty of options in polished stainless steel, but that isn’t your only option. Powder coatings are also popular, usually in a matte black finish. They can help protect your exhaust tip from scratches and scrapes caused by most road debris.
Whether you want to adjust and customize your exhaust through its performance or appearance, Norcal Diesel Performance has your back. When you’re looking for Ford truck performance exhaust parts, you won’t find a better selection anywhere else than right here.
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