Marine FAQs

Most Frequently Asked Questions
About CORSA Performance Marine Products

CORSA Performance offers a wide variety of custom exhaust systems for performance and family pleasure boats. Below are some of the most frequently asked questions, and answers by our furnished by our Technical Sales personnel.

1. What is a CORSA Performance exhaust system?

CORSA Exhaust System consists of three major components:

A. Diverters - A diverter splits the exhaust into two exit paths: straight out the hull and down through the propeller. CORSA offers two styles of diverters: a permanently open diverter and a solenoid operated (Captain’s Callä) diverter that offers the choice of thru-hull, or a through prop exhaust exits at the flip of a switch.

B. Mufflers - Available as in-line, equalizer (with a balance tube), or silencer tip. Silencer tips are transom mounted outside boat.

C. Exhaust Tips - Available in a variety of styles including angle-cut and rolled-edge. See catalog for more details. All exhaust tips include anti-surge valves.

2. Why choose a CORSA Performance exhaust system for my boat?

For several reasons including:

A. Increased performance, faster acceleration, and higher top speed.

B. A performance look and sound.

C. When you want it to meet local sound laws - sound reduction without loss of performance.

D. Premium quality high-grade stainless steel exhaust system design and construction that looks great and is backed by a 3-year warranty.

3. What kind of performance gain can I expect from a CORSA system?

Performance gains vary from boat to boat. Typically the top speed will increase by about 2-3 MPH, which means about a 20 to 30 HP gain. Boats with smaller engines (under 350 cu. In.) will not see much improvement in top speed.

4. Will the use of CORSA silencer tips and/or mufflers reduce performance or top speed?

No. The specific CORSA mufflers and tips are based on the size and type of your engine, so it will not reduce horsepower, yet it will provide the sound reduction that you need.

5. How much of a sound reduction can I expect from CORSA mufflers and silencer tips?

Typically you can expect a 6dB reduction, which is a substantial reduction in sound! CORSA muffler systems achieve this level while still maintaining the desirable exhaust note that boaters love, only with reduced volume to comply with the law and no reduction in performance.

6. What type of materials are CORSA exhaust systems made of?

All CORSA Performance exhaust systems are made from 316L premium grade stainless steel that is far more stain-resistant than ordinary stainless steels. CORSA components are available in a mirror polish finish, and some components are available in black powder coat.

7. Do you have an exhaust system that will fit my boat?

Most likely we do. We also custom build exhaust systems offering a variety of designs and styled exhaust tips for most boats. All that is required are a few dimensions from you to design and build a system for your boat.

8. How expensive is a CORSA exhaust system?

Depending on the specific application, CORSA exhaust systems typically range from $650 to $1,200.

9. How quickly can I get a new system for my boat?

It usually takes about one week to ten working days to have a system built and shipped. Unusual or complex custom systems may take a week longer to build.

10. What information do I need to order a CORSA exhaust system?

Boat year, make and model (as an example, 1996 Baja 272, 1997 Cobalt 220, etc)
Engine make and size (Chevy 454, Ford 460, etc)
Is the engine carbureted or fuel injected?
Drive brand (Mercruiser, Volvo, OMC, etc)
Does the boat have through prop or through transom exhaust?
What type of exhaust manifolds are on the boat? (stock or aftermarket)
What type of CORSA exhaust system do you want? (diverter or Captain’s Callä, all polished system, tips or side exhaust)

11. What type of warranty does a CORSA offer?

Diverter systems have a three year warranty, and the anti-surge valve in the tips carry a lifetime warranty. CORSA Performance is the only company in the industry to offer a lifetime warranty on anti-surge valves.

12. Who is CORSA Performance?

CORSA Performance has been in business since 1989. We are a leading manufacturer of high performance stainless steel exhaust systems for the marine industry and supply 70 OEM boat companies and over 800 dealers world wide. CORSA pioneered the development of marine exhaust options like the Captains Callä and the Quick & Quiet Systemsä. CORSA manufactures over 450 different marine products, including a wide range of diverter valves, muffler systems and silencers. CORSA products are among the best engineered and designed looking, best quality, and best value in the marketplace today.

CORSA Performance is the only company that custom designs and builds performance exhaust systems for individual boats. Other manufacturers provide components and expect you to build a system on your own - CORSA will design you a complete bolt-on system, eliminating the guesswork and modifications.

13. OK, I want to buy a CORSA Performance exhaust system. How do I contact CORSA?

Before contacting CORSA, make sure you have written down all of the information noted in question 10, along with your American Express, Visa, or Master Card information. You may then either call CORSA Performance at 440-891-0999, fax us at 440-891-1868, e-mail us at sales@corsaperf.com or write to us at: 140 Blaze Industrial Parkway, Berea, Ohio 44017.