| Gator8 |
05-12-2013 07:50 PM |
Inexpensive Rear Muffler Alternative
The rear mufflers on my 1991 XJ-S V-12 were overdue to be replaced, but I was not excited about spending around $200 each (plus labor). I searched diligently for an alternative. Walker had made one to fit (part 22491), which was about $90, but this muffler is discontinued. However, I found the Summit Racing site, which allows you to input your specifications and gives you mufflers that match. The Walker Sound FX 18362, which is about $25 (!), has inlets and outlets of 1 7/8", is 17" long and has a round design. My local muffler shop, McDonald Muffler (which is also a sponsor of my club's car show) installed them for just $50! The sound is throaty but not obtrusive (I recently "refurbished" my catalytic converters; the center mufflers are stock). As a bonus, the design of the Walker is in my opinion much more attractive as the muffler cannot be seen from the back of the car.
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