Muffler question
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Burning Brakes
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Muffler question
The mufflers I have on my 76 now are just a bit too loud for me. When I crank it, the initial sound will wake up the neighbors. I would like some that have a little rumble but not much. I know when I buy some I'm stuck with them. Anyone know which ones I would need to accomplish what I'm wanting? And some that don't break the bank also. Thanks!
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I forget where, but I once saw where one of the vendors (maybe Flowmaster) had little clips of what each one sounded like. How acurate that would be though may be iffy. I guess it would depend on what you are listening on (speakers, headphones) and the volume. I would expect to lose a few ponies though. Typically, the free flowing stuff is louder and the more restrictive stuff is quieter.
EDIT: Not sure if any of this will help..
https://www.jegs.com/tech-articles/f...t-to-quietest/
https://www.carparts.com/blog/sound-...ster-exhausts/
EDIT: Not sure if any of this will help..
https://www.carparts.com/blog/sound-...ster-exhausts/
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I have the 2 1/2" version of these on my '76. Louder than stock but not at all obnoxious...just right IMO...
https://www.corvettecentral.com/c3-6...6%26count%3d27
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You didn't post what kind of mufflers you currently have, whether you have 2 or 2.5", dual or not, rams horns or headers, etc. so hard to know where you are coming from... ?
Anything wrong with stock type mufflers?
Anything wrong with stock type mufflers?
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Good info, thanks!
C8H18: At work right now so not sure what the pipe size is, but it's stock dual exhaust except for the mufflers and I don't know what brand they are. Just purchased the car.
C8H18: At work right now so not sure what the pipe size is, but it's stock dual exhaust except for the mufflers and I don't know what brand they are. Just purchased the car.
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here is my thread with help i got with sound and videos Dynomax Walmart Super Turbo. I get compliments on the tone being just right..not too loud or obnoxious.
I also recommend the clamps in the thread. The OEM crush type clamps make it VERY hard to remove and work on car. and a i use a small amount of Never Seize.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...79-4speed.html
I also recommend the clamps in the thread. The OEM crush type clamps make it VERY hard to remove and work on car. and a i use a small amount of Never Seize.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...79-4speed.html
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Factory pipe size in '76 was 2 1/4" with two Y-pipes, not a true dual system...
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The mufflers I have on my 76 now are just a bit too loud for me. When I crank it, the initial sound will wake up the neighbors. I would like some that have a little rumble but not much. I know when I buy some I'm stuck with them. Anyone know which ones I would need to accomplish what I'm wanting? And some that don't break the bank also. Thanks!
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