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Old 07-11-2010, 04:01 PM
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I am looking somewhere to get XKE mufflers or similar like XK140s or something. some kind of straight through glasspack muffler.
Anyone know of a place to get some of these?
I want to replace the mufflers on my XJS and don't want to just go buy 20 dollar glasspacks from Pep boys, Id rather stick with something like this.

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Old 07-22-2010, 06:51 AM
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Hi
XKE and XK140 mufflers are very different.
140 ones are large units and, even if straight-through, give a rather "civilised" note. Both lines are totally separate and the silencer (muffler) is the only thing there is between manifold and open air.
XKE are much smaller units which give a harsher sound, which is however "rounded" by a resonator at the end of each line. In my case the glasspack in the main silencers has burnt away with time and it gives a loud and raspy sound.
Although it is a question of personal taste, I would think the XK140 sound is more adapted to the character of the XJS.
You may be limited in your choice by the actual space available under the car. I don't know XJS in detail, suggest you make precise measurements and make sure bracketry fits.
Best regards.
Francis
 
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