@lessecomoreboost: AWE vs. Thermal R&D. FINALLY, side by side! Two of the biggest names in American made Explorer ST exhaust systems! This one’s a little longer than usual, but trust me, it’s worth the watch. Both sound damn good, but which one gets YOUR vote? AWE or Thermal R&D? Let’s hear it! #explorerst #fordexplorer #ecoboost
Just purchased a 26 ST how do I get that send gear tire chirp????
2026-10-16 18:11:25
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Tyler Clark :
A little context for anyone watching!
First off, huge respect to both AWE and Thermal R&D. Two American manufacturers building some of the best exhaust systems on the market.
IMPORTANT DETAIL: My Explorer with the Thermal R&D exhaust has aftermarket CVF downpipes, while the Explorer running AWE has factory downpipes. So this isn’t a perfect apples to apples comparison, and that can absolutely influence the sound.
After hearing them back to back in person, I was genuinely surprised by how close they were. Both sound great, just with their own characteristics.
One thing I noticed was the difference in that subtle turbo whistle I’ve always loved hearing. I’ve seen people discussing it online, so I’m especially curious what everyone else hears.
I’m not here to declare a winner. I want to hear YOUR opinions, especially from owners who’ve experienced both setups.
And if you’re running AWE with aftermarket downpipes, I’d love to hear how that changed your sound!
2026-10-16 13:58:05
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ShadowH2 :
Not a direct comparison with one having downpipes tho….
2026-10-18 01:58:37
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isaint97 :
Nah, i-5auto type beast exhaust is now the way to go.
2026-10-17 04:32:58
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tengest1123 :
They both sound great. What’s the price difference?
2026-10-16 17:18:21
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Connor :
Thermal has that rasp 👌
2026-10-16 17:00:10
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Shane Niles873 :
I5 autohaus
2026-10-17 21:32:46
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Eric :
Got thermal R&D 3” on mine with the CV downpipes. Best option for sure 😈
2026-10-16 22:40:11
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anynameldo2 :
But what does these sound like in the cabin?
2026-10-20 17:27:52
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Slotona :
We have awe and it sounds good. Alittle quiet so downpipes will be soon
2026-10-17 00:20:56
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Javi :
AWE for build quality alone.
2026-10-16 16:45:11
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Lauahi :
Thermal. I put cv fab downpipes and thermal 3.0 on my wife’s ST.
2026-10-16 21:33:00
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ZoaWarrior80 :
Thermal baby 🤩👌
2026-10-16 16:41:53
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T :
AWE all the way
2026-10-17 02:43:01
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Michaela :
AWE for build quality, sound, and the size of those tips are chefs kiss
2026-10-21 14:24:43
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X2_Mags :
Now do Borla do
2026-10-19 21:38:18
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__lv__twinturbiezz__ :
MBRP all day. 😂💯🔥
2026-10-20 17:56:21
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BOOSTED3ROW :
My ST has no dp yet because of the Gpf & it sounds like the AWE one right now
2026-10-16 14:42:54
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QD2Shoes :
Do I get thermal for my edge st?
2026-10-16 21:11:13
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Dre :
Thermals👍🏽👍🏽
2026-10-16 19:56:23
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reeselikestolift :
Thermal better 👏
2026-10-16 19:54:54
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FuzuliKhalill :
👍👍👍👍
2026-10-16 18:36:32
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🏴☠️Capt Nate🦜Travels °o°🚢❌ :
I'd love to hear the thermal without the mid resonator, and I love the 2nd gear tire chirp[Red heart]
2026-10-16 18:00:10
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Rob Oliver :
Mic placement?
2026-10-23 16:31:08
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