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Offline OakBehringer

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Re: MAC 4-1 / Where to get?
« Reply #25 on: July 07, 2009, 03:53:12 PM »
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Re: MAC 4-1 / Where to get?
« Reply #26 on: July 07, 2009, 09:49:41 PM »
Maybe this might be of some help
www.jerryscycles.com/
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Re: MAC 4-1 / Where to get?
« Reply #27 on: July 19, 2009, 02:29:57 AM »
man I want a mac 4-1 s bad but have to sell a few things to make money for one.
Keep it shinny side up.

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Re: MAC 4-1 / Where to get?
« Reply #28 on: July 19, 2009, 02:56:20 AM »
I love Carpy's yoshi replica's and with a bit of luck, later in the year when his mate ships over some hot rod stuff i will have a set in there as well.... ;D

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Re: MAC 4-1 / Where to get?
« Reply #29 on: July 19, 2009, 06:33:46 AM »
The MAC 4-to-1 systems are in stock at Dennis Kirk now.  I signed up to be on the mailing list when they came in and got the msg at the end of last week.  Both the all-chrome and the chrome/black were in.  I ordered the chrome/black and it's supposed to be here Tuesday.  I think it said they only had like 3 of each, though....so maybe they are gone already...
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Re: MAC 4-1 / Where to get?
« Reply #30 on: July 19, 2009, 10:51:07 AM »
Got the black/chrome 4-1 MAC from Jerry's Cycles about 3 months ago.  I was disappointed by the quality, the exhaust tips were dinged a bit and they've already started to get surface rust around the collector.  Jerry's Cycle were pretty fast about delivery, in all fairness. 

I wouldn't make the same purchase twice.  I do like the sound, though.  Very quiet idle and nicely scuzzy and loud above 3K rpm.  And true to their word, it does clear the center stand, though it unfortunately rubs one of the oil pan screws.
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Re: MAC 4-1 / Where to get?
« Reply #31 on: August 28, 2009, 09:31:46 AM »
so did anyone figure out where to get them now ?

and what is the performance comparison or the mac and marshall?

the reason i'm looking towards the mac is it seems to have a cleaner look
thanks

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Re: MAC 4-1 / Where to get?
« Reply #32 on: August 28, 2009, 09:47:54 AM »
so did anyone figure out where to get them now ?

and what is the performance comparison or the mac and marshall?

the reason i'm looking towards the mac is it seems to have a cleaner look
thanks

james

There's a bunch for sale on ebay right now.  I counted several of black, black/chrome, and chrome.

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Re: MAC 4-1 / Where to get?
« Reply #33 on: August 28, 2009, 11:23:16 AM »
I got  black MAC 4-1 on ebay, slightly used for $100 shipped.
i think ebay is the way to go.
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Re: MAC 4-1 / Where to get?
« Reply #34 on: August 28, 2009, 07:15:23 PM »
only saw one for the cb350f on ebay maybe i'm not searching right , but other then that i kind of don't want to get it off ebay because mac says that exhausts bought under ebay void the warranty
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Re: MAC 4-1 / Where to get?
« Reply #35 on: August 29, 2009, 12:47:21 AM »
I love Carpy's yoshi replica's and with a bit of luck, later in the year when his mate ships over some hot rod stuff i will have a set in there as well.... ;D

http://www.cb750cafe.com/parts.php?id=70

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Now if he made some for the 550f I would buy one. looks alot nicer then the mac.
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Re: MAC 4-1 / Where to get?
« Reply #36 on: August 29, 2009, 01:20:30 AM »
only saw one for the cb350f on ebay maybe i'm not searching right , but other then that i kind of don't want to get it off ebay because mac says that exhausts bought under ebay void the warranty

How interesting, good to know. 

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Re: MAC 4-1 / Where to get?
« Reply #37 on: August 31, 2009, 11:04:17 AM »
well even thou all the negative feedback on the mac system i just ordered it directly from mac i know its not the best exhaust but i do have the best exhaust the mivv set with new headers and all in a box but after strangedaze39 mivv system got damaged it scared me too much to put that system on especially since im pretty sure i got the last one ever made by calling mivv up and checking the numbers with them so they    will stay with the old comic books :)  plus many members whose builds i respect like mattcb350f has the mac system so im gonna have to go with the views of the few outweigh the views of the many anyways gotta get ready for work have to deal with a tv show about top models this week

-thank you all for the help and ongoing help

james
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Re: MAC 4-1 / Where to get?
« Reply #38 on: November 25, 2009, 01:25:27 PM »
NicheCycle in Florida seems to always have them in stock, and offer free shipping as well.  Im still saving$$  www.nichecycle.com

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Re: MAC 4-1 / Where to get?
« Reply #39 on: November 25, 2009, 02:31:58 PM »
i got a chrome one for my 78 cb750k last week. you can go on-line to get their toll free number and call mac directly to order one--having it shipped right to your door. it took them 6 days to ship it to me in md.

it fit well, looks and sounds good, and was way cheaper than a kerker.

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Re: MAC 4-1 / Where to get?
« Reply #40 on: November 25, 2009, 03:16:04 PM »
im in the same boat--looking for a decent 4-1.  I've been checking ebay periodically but am getting anxious.  Anyone have any feedback on cycle x systems?  that 4-2-1 is pretty sexy.  maybe a custom exhaust shop can bend something up for me?




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Re: MAC 4-1 / Where to get?
« Reply #41 on: November 25, 2009, 03:19:50 PM »
sorry my mistake wrong post
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Re: MAC 4-1 / Where to get?
« Reply #42 on: November 26, 2009, 12:11:38 AM »
i hate the way my mac sounds. :( i wish i would have saved for a kerker. It sounds ok when your on the bike but i let my friend ride it and it is way to quiet and has no balls to the sound. I guess that good for some people.

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Re: MAC 4-1 / Where to get?
« Reply #43 on: November 26, 2009, 12:48:55 AM »
the sound of the mac reminds me of a small displacement air cooled vw with a stinger pipe on it.
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Re: MAC 4-1 / Where to get?
« Reply #44 on: November 26, 2009, 02:54:24 PM »
You can get a Yosh replica from Steve Carpenter(Carpy) for $399.00 + shipping,took 4-6 weeks,came @ 10 days ago,worth the wait,my experience with MAC pipes on CB750...well you know what Momma said,Order a Carpy pipe and you'll be glad you did..so will your engine,also like my Cycle X 4-2-1,was $399.00 + shipping and Ken has them available,ordered Mon. arrived on Fri.!!,Bill
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