Date: Sat, 30 Sep 2000 15:58:34 GMT From: jw <johnwebster1nopsamhlink.net> Subject: Re: driving without muffler bad for engine?
Bob wrote: > I don't think it's bad for the car, but it may cause the computer > some "run time" problems and performance may suffer. You might > want to reset the computer after the new exhaust is installed > (in most cars you can just disconnect the battery for a while > and then reconnect it.) I thought maybe the back pressure caused by lack of muffler can be bad for the engine, but hopefully a few days worth of driving won't cause any damage. > BTW - in my experience, car's without muffler are not loud for the > driver unless the throttle/air flow is closed, so as long as you keep > accelerating, it shouldn't be too loud :-) It's not bad at around 2500 rpm or higher on the highway, but below that it sure does turn heads! My only other minor concerns are asphixiation from the exhaust fumes and permanent hearing damage... -jw
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