For a brief rundown, I purchased this car close to a year ago, when everything was (and still is) completely stock. While it was in great shape, the previous owner communicated that the exhaust needed some work. At this point, the muffler is almost completely rusted through, giving a very distinct sound, which is like an odd combination of a lawnmower/rocket. While some might be going for this style, I, for one, am not a fan.
Being a student and only working part time, extra money is something that I do not experience often. While I would love a Remus, Billy Boat, or even IE exhaust, they aren't quite realistic goals for the moment, and my need for a new muffler is quite urgent. With a budget of around $300, I set off on a journey of research.
So after a bit of reading through and feeling sad about my lack of money, I stumbled upon the Magnaflow 14815, which had decent reviews all across the board. With a little bargain hunting, I was able to snag the 14815, along with a 10436 Magnaflow resonator, for just under $200. While the 5 day wait for shipping was close to unbearable, I somehow managed to make it. At this point, I just have to survive long enough to get it installed.
Seeing as how I am now exempt from emissions testing, I plan on throwing on a Y-pipe to my resonator where the catalytic converter currently resides. From there, a single 2.5" pipe all the way back to the muffler, where it'll be downsized to 2.25". To be honest, I am more than happy at the thought of finally getting to lop my old muffler off and get something new on there, but I'm still up for any advice, tips, or even opinions on my choice. I just want to make sure I'll be happy with my decision.
I quite don't quite plan on keeping this on permanently. For the moment, I see it as a "temporary" fix until I can afford better, which will hopefully be around this time next year.
Being a student and only working part time, extra money is something that I do not experience often. While I would love a Remus, Billy Boat, or even IE exhaust, they aren't quite realistic goals for the moment, and my need for a new muffler is quite urgent. With a budget of around $300, I set off on a journey of research.
So after a bit of reading through and feeling sad about my lack of money, I stumbled upon the Magnaflow 14815, which had decent reviews all across the board. With a little bargain hunting, I was able to snag the 14815, along with a 10436 Magnaflow resonator, for just under $200. While the 5 day wait for shipping was close to unbearable, I somehow managed to make it. At this point, I just have to survive long enough to get it installed.
Seeing as how I am now exempt from emissions testing, I plan on throwing on a Y-pipe to my resonator where the catalytic converter currently resides. From there, a single 2.5" pipe all the way back to the muffler, where it'll be downsized to 2.25". To be honest, I am more than happy at the thought of finally getting to lop my old muffler off and get something new on there, but I'm still up for any advice, tips, or even opinions on my choice. I just want to make sure I'll be happy with my decision.
I quite don't quite plan on keeping this on permanently. For the moment, I see it as a "temporary" fix until I can afford better, which will hopefully be around this time next year.
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