In theory, removing the exhaust pipes or cutting holes in them could increase the gas mileage. However, in most states it is illegal and could cause damage to the valves inside the engine.
For cutting exhaust pipes, the proper tool is definitely better than a sawzall.
Take the EXHAUST PIPES loose from the engine where they bolt to the exhaust manifolds and pull them down alittle. Then start the engine and see if it runs better.
There are many different types of exhaust pipes all with different reliabilities. The best type would be stainless steal exhaust pipes which do not rust and therefore last the longest. They are however the most expensive.
In the exhaust pipes under the truck. In the exhaust pipes under the truck.
It collects the exhaust gasses and directs them to the pipes.
dual exhaust
Yes they do
yes, if the trans fluid is hitting the exhaust, but not out of the pipes coming from the outside of the pipes.
Your exhaust lines up with exhaust pipes ,your intake lines up with your intake runners.
the exhaust pipes
Yes, wherever there is a joint between 2 pipes, use exhaust sealant to prevent a bad seal between the pipes, which will prevent it blowing.
It is screewed into the exhaust pipe / pipes. Start up at the engine where the exhaust pipes bolt to the engine and work your way down the pipes towards the muffler and you will see it.