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Old Sep 18, 2012 | 08:09 PM
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Thumbs up Painting Stock Muffler

I've always hated how the stock muffler hangs below the rear diffuser and is very visible from behind. The silver metal and heat-discolored spots irritated me every time I walked up to the car. I had to do something.

Did some research, found that Rustoleum made high temp paint made just for exhausts. Picked up some at Home Depot and followed the directions (spray, let dry, idle car for 10 mins, 20 min cooldown, idle for 20 mins, 20 min cooldown, drive car for 30 minutes, done). Results look great to me, paint didn't peel/crack/drip. The baking procedure was time consuming but hopefully allowed the paint to cure completely.

I wanted to share with you all in case someone else was thinking of doing this, I would highly recommend it.
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Old Sep 19, 2012 | 05:15 AM
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Excellent Mod!

Ahmagonnadodis!
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Old Sep 19, 2012 | 09:02 AM
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Thanks! I didn't use the primer but it bonded just fine without, just make sure you get the "High Heat" formula, I used flat black.
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Old Sep 19, 2012 | 10:54 AM
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Thanks for sharing, it looks great.

I was on the fence about doing this, but after seeing how nice it looks on your car, my mind is made up!
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Old Oct 2, 2012 | 04:40 PM
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yes good job .. !!

me I made a mod in muffleur before

this is a good change!! +9hp, 10lb/tq







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Old Oct 3, 2012 | 07:46 AM
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^ I need way more information () - you have my attention with 'free 10hp' mod!
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Old Oct 3, 2012 | 08:43 AM
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As often as I've walked out to my car and noticed the discolored muffler hanging down with dismay, I can't believe I never thought to do this.
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Old Oct 3, 2012 | 10:25 AM
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Originally Posted by echo4papa
As often as I've walked out to my car and noticed the discolored muffler hanging down with dismay, I can't believe I never thought to do this.
Do it! Easy to do and results look great.
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Old Oct 3, 2012 | 02:40 PM
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^ I need way more information () - you have my attention with 'free 10hp' mod!

https://www.evolutionm.net/forums/ev...e-flapper.html
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 10:45 AM
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Thanks for sharing the links.

That's great bang for the buck.

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