Yep, thanks for the reply.
Actually got the exhaust done today, 2.25inch cat back with single lukey muffler. Exactly the sound i wanted, no detectable loss in low end power either, very quiet at idle or crusing, but really opens up when you step on the accelerator. Would highly recommend this setup for any 7MGE, especially those on a budget (entire system cost $280, quality pipework and welds too). Praises to Bob Parkes Mufflers in Townsville!
And with the money i saved over the genie canon muffler i should be able to get a K&N.
Yeah wouldn't really consider fitting ferodo pads cos
a) i've heard bad things about them before
b) their name sounds stupid
(for the record, its mostly reason A)
i'll probably try some bendix advance or bendix ultimates...budget permitting.