Is your car’s Engine
creating strange sounds? Feeling vibrations? Check out muffler and exhaust
system parts at Parts avatar.
It uses acoustic
quieting technique to quiet the sound. That means the muffler dampens the
vibrations to prevent them from reaching the passengers.
MUFFLER
AND EXHAUST SYSTEM TYPES
There are different
types of high performance muffler as:
1. Turbo muffler
2. Bullet muffler
3. Cherry bomb muffler
4. Full case muffler
5. Perforated bullet
mufflers
6. Chambered bullet
mufflers
Exhaust systems of
different types are:
1. Vector muffler
2. Spiral baffle
muffler
3. Aero turbine muffler
4. Single exhaust
5. Dual exhaust
SIGNS
OF ISSUES WITH YOUR CAR’S MUFFLER
When the vehicle is
louder than usual while running that means the muffler is undergoing some
problems. It should be taken to mechanic right away, before further damage
could be done to other parts. Here are some useful things to know if you find
your vehicle may need muffler or exhaust pipe repair.
CATALYTIC CONVERTER
Car's Catalytic converter
is very expensive part of exhaust system. It is widely used in SUV’s and
trucks. Muffler damage if ignored, can damage catalytic converter as well, and
you may have to spend a lot of dollars in its repairing.
Its being costly is
also a reason of being prone to theft. If you notice loud sounds and strange
performance of your car upon startup, then it may not be good news for you.
If the catalytic converter
is failing in its performance, it may sound as if someone is shaking a box of
pebbles while your car is in rest or stopped in traffic. It is advised to make
your muffler and catalytic converter checked immediately.
LEAK IN EXHAUST SYSTEM
While driving your car,
if you notice strange vibrations and loss of power then get the exhaust system
checked by the mechanic. This unusual vibration could be felt while touching
the steering and foot pedals. A rock hitting underneath your vehicle could
cause crack in the muffler which will result in loose parts of the exhaust
system.
You may hear rumbling
sound depending on the amount of damage done. The holes and exhaust leak could
degrade engine’s performance. It may be needed to replace the exhaust pipe or
muffler in this situation.
RUSTING
Rusting could also
damage a muffler. Mufflers do rust by the passage of time. The water collected
in the exhaust system causes rusting of muffler. This water condenses because
it does not get enough heat to burn off. Some natural factors like Snow, rain
and salt can also cause rusting of muffler.
DECREASED FUEL
EFFICIENCY
If you fill your gas
tank more often than normal then get your car’s exhaust system checked. Leaks
in exhaust cause the engine to work harder thus increasing the fuel usage. It is
a sign that something is wrong with your vehicle.
When your engine works
harder it requires more fuel.
If you are looking for
an aftermarket car muffler
or need a replacement then Parts avatar has a lot of options for you.
STEPS
TO REPLACE YOUR CAR’S MUFFLER
Getting your muffler
changed can run into quite an expense. With a few tools and right replacement
parts you can save a lot of money. You will need ratchet wrench, socket,
hacksaw or reciprocating saw, hammer and assorted wrench to change the muffler.
You need to investigate whether you will need to cut the old muffler free or if
it set up with a bolt off and replace model.
REMOVING OLD MUFFLER
1. The first thing you
need to do is to find a flat surface to park the vehicle. Put the transmission
in park and apply emergency brakes. Jack up the front end of your car and put a
jack stand on each side to rest it securely. Dirt, grass, gravel are not
acceptable surfaces.
2. Disconnect the
battery before starting the process. Disconnecting the battery will ensure that
vehicle cannot be started in this process.
3. Secure a badly
welded muffler with muffler clamps. Spray rust penetrators like WD-40 on bolts.
This is done because mufflers are exposed to road, heat and water and have good
deal of rust on its surface.
4. Loosen the nuts on
the car exhaust clamps
with the help of socket or hand wrench. If you want to reuse the muffler clamp
then spray it with good amount of rust penetrators.
5. After removing
exhaust clamp, respray the area of muffler pipe with rust penetrator and let it
rest for few minutes. Pull the muffler towards the back of the car and slip the
pipes apart.
CUTTING THROUGH EXHAUST
PIPE
1. Take the hacksaw or
reciprocating saw or exhaust cutter and cut the exhaust pipe of car directly in front and
behind the muffler. Wrap the cutter around the pipe and move the handle back
and forth until the pipe is cut. Be careful not to saw through any of the
lines underside of the vehicle. Those may be lines connecting to your fuels and
brakes.
2. Now you want a fresh
connection for new mufflers. Take a pair of pliers and put a few splits in the
end of the metal on exhaust pipe at the back end where the muffler will rest.
Place the new muffler into available hangers.
INSTALLING THE MUFFLER
1. Spread a fair amount
of muffler sealant on both front and back exhaust pipes. Put the clamps on the
pipes and shove them out of your way temporarily.
2. Slide the muffler over exhaust piping. Push
the ends of muffler into each end of exhaust pipes and put the clamps in place.
Make sure there are centered over where the muffler pipe and exhaust pipes
meet. Use the socket to tighten them.
3. Raise the vehicle
with the jack and remove the jack stands. Un-chock the wheels and take it for a
test drive. Make sure there are no leaks in the exhaust pipe and loud noises.
An exhaust leak would likely be visible if there is any.
Therefore in this way
you have manually replaced your muffler in easy manner. You can explore more
after market mufflers or related accessories on Partsavatar.ca.
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