{"product_id":"kooks-22604181-camaro-ss-zl1-3in-connection-back-exhaust-oem-mufflers","title":"Kooks 22604181 3\" Connection-Back Exhaust (Retains Factory Mufflers) | 2016–2024 Camaro SS\/ZL1","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"1205\" data-start=\"762\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"818\" data-start=\"766\"\u003eKooks 22604181 3\" Connection-Back Exhaust System\u003c\/strong\u003e is engineered for Camaro SS and ZL1 owners running \u003cstrong data-end=\"897\" data-start=\"870\"\u003eKooks long tube headers\u003c\/strong\u003e who want increased performance and a deeper, more refined sound while keeping their factory rear mufflers. This system replaces the factory mid-pipes and rear pipes with premium \u003cstrong data-end=\"1113\" data-start=\"1076\"\u003e3-inch 304 stainless steel tubing\u003c\/strong\u003e, dramatically improving exhaust flow from the header collectors back to the stock mufflers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1581\" data-start=\"1207\"\u003eThis premium system includes a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1255\" data-start=\"1238\"\u003e3-inch X-pipe\u003c\/strong\u003e for enhanced exhaust scavenging, stronger midrange torque, and a smoother, more aggressive exhaust tone. 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