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Title: Finishing up the muffler change out
Post by: Sven and Kristi on September 16, 2016, 02:51:46 pm
Here are the photos before wrapping with insulation.  I used Barry's (thanks) list of parts with one substitution and one addition.  I found the 10" flex tube to be too long (muffler touching condenser) so I replaced that with an 8" connector.  I also used a 5" OD connector to connect the elbow to the AT5050.  The muffler/resonator will only accept an inside coupler because of its diameter.  I still have to find another for the tip.
The anchor for the old muffler bracket makes a great anchor for a hanger (see photo) and I was able to use parts from Lowe's to get it done.  I kept the rubber bumper in the anchor, of if you've lost it, a couple  of old shock absorber bumpers should do well.
First time I've tried to load photos, so hope it works.
Title: Re: Finishing up the muffler change out
Post by: Travelin' Man (RIP) on September 16, 2016, 03:26:59 pm
Looks like a nice, neat installation.
How's she sound?
Title: Re: Finishing up the muffler change out
Post by: Sven and Kristi on September 16, 2016, 10:36:13 pm
Insulation was done today and finally got the tip on.  It has been nearly impossible to find a connector that has a 5"OD to mate the muffler and tip which are 5"ID.  I finally had to cut off a length of pipe and work it in and use a wide strap clamp.  With everything out (including the condenser), there is a lot of  room to work the angle grinder on any rust and detail the area.
Title: Re: Finishing up the muffler change out
Post by: Sven and Kristi on September 17, 2016, 07:15:56 pm
Looks like a nice, neat installation.
How's she sound?
It's louder, but I've yet to take it out for a test drive.  I'm more interested in performance and reduced temps than the sound.