Installed a Flowmaster Super 44 Muffler today
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Installed a Flowmaster Super 44 Muffler today
Just got back from Muffler shop, and a quick drive around.
This Flowmaster Super 44 Muffler sounds absolutely amazing, and definitely noticed a HP increase as well. I was leaning towards the 60 series, but checked the forums here and searched for topics on the 2.3L Rangers, and the consensus seemed to be to go with the 40 series. Shop manager recommened the new 44 for a few bucks more.
The old muffler was stock, and pickup has 177k Miles on it now. Old muffler was rusted beyond belief.
Total cost of Muffler, very nice Stainless tip, and install was about $148. Slightly over my budget, but am very happy with the results.
This Flowmaster Super 44 Muffler sounds absolutely amazing, and definitely noticed a HP increase as well. I was leaning towards the 60 series, but checked the forums here and searched for topics on the 2.3L Rangers, and the consensus seemed to be to go with the 40 series. Shop manager recommened the new 44 for a few bucks more.
The old muffler was stock, and pickup has 177k Miles on it now. Old muffler was rusted beyond belief.
Total cost of Muffler, very nice Stainless tip, and install was about $148. Slightly over my budget, but am very happy with the results.
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Put my hand in front of exhaust now and can feel the air pumping out. I have to go up a big hill to get back to my house, and the pickup definitely was not its sluggish self going up it this time. (Was able to go up hill in 3rd gear at 35mph and felt a difference in the power)
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I had no air flowing through the old muffler.
Put my hand in front of exhaust now and can feel the air pumping out. I have to go up a big hill to get back to my house, and the pickup definitely was not its sluggish self going up it this time. (Was able to go up hill in 3rd gear at 35mph and felt a difference in the power)
Put my hand in front of exhaust now and can feel the air pumping out. I have to go up a big hill to get back to my house, and the pickup definitely was not its sluggish self going up it this time. (Was able to go up hill in 3rd gear at 35mph and felt a difference in the power)
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Always wanted to try that stuff, but wasnt sure exactly the best way to use it.
Things I have done in the past 6 months include
- new Autolite Iridium spark plugs
- MSD Wires
- K&N Air Filter
- Fuel Filter
- Oxygen Sensor
- Catalytic Converter (should have installed Muff at same time in retrospect)
- New serpentine belt (the "gator" one)
- New brakes all the way around (Hawk brake pads)
Accessories bought
- Better Built truck tool box
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There is the link to the RF how-to on the Sea foam
There is the link to the RF how-to on the Sea foam
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Yes, a very minor unnoticeable increase, modding without tuning is the biggest waste of money if you are going for performance. Tuning is free if you have the software, and the know how....
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First long trip, and mileage has definitely gone up.
Was averaging 438 Miles per tank (19.9 gallon tank), with my record being 472 Miles (put in 19.2 gallons on that fillup back in 2006).
The other day, was at 468, and needed to fill up as didnt want to push it any further (guage still looked good). Filled up to 18.2 gallons topped off. I probably could have pushed 500 miles.
Granted, I was in ideal conditions, and 100% highway miles.
Was averaging 438 Miles per tank (19.9 gallon tank), with my record being 472 Miles (put in 19.2 gallons on that fillup back in 2006).
The other day, was at 468, and needed to fill up as didnt want to push it any further (guage still looked good). Filled up to 18.2 gallons topped off. I probably could have pushed 500 miles.
Granted, I was in ideal conditions, and 100% highway miles.
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First long trip, and mileage has definitely gone up.
Was averaging 438 Miles per tank (19.9 gallon tank), with my record being 472 Miles (put in 19.2 gallons on that fillup back in 2006).
The other day, was at 468, and needed to fill up as didnt want to push it any further (guage still looked good). Filled up to 18.2 gallons topped off. I probably could have pushed 500 miles.
Granted, I was in ideal conditions, and 100% highway miles.
Was averaging 438 Miles per tank (19.9 gallon tank), with my record being 472 Miles (put in 19.2 gallons on that fillup back in 2006).
The other day, was at 468, and needed to fill up as didnt want to push it any further (guage still looked good). Filled up to 18.2 gallons topped off. I probably could have pushed 500 miles.
Granted, I was in ideal conditions, and 100% highway miles.
Thats like those eBay chips.. "+100HP +20MPG!" - give me a friggin break.
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Still going good after 1 month.
Slight bump in fuel mileage, nothing earth shattering though.
I notice the truck runs smoother though, as there is now proper air flow that I didnt have before. (replaced the Cat, and the muffler within one month of each other, the old ones still being OEM that came with the truck).
I am filling up almost 18.5-19.0 gallons of gas, between miles 460-480 miles on trip meter. (Before Cat, Muffler, plugs, wires, and KN Air Filter usually put in same amount of gas, when at 430-445 miles)
Changed oil yesterday, was at 3,850 miles, and no sludge in oil at all. Just a nice brown color (Have been using nothing but Castrol Syntec 10/30 and KN Oil filter on changes)
Running GOOD!
Slight bump in fuel mileage, nothing earth shattering though.
I notice the truck runs smoother though, as there is now proper air flow that I didnt have before. (replaced the Cat, and the muffler within one month of each other, the old ones still being OEM that came with the truck).
I am filling up almost 18.5-19.0 gallons of gas, between miles 460-480 miles on trip meter. (Before Cat, Muffler, plugs, wires, and KN Air Filter usually put in same amount of gas, when at 430-445 miles)
Changed oil yesterday, was at 3,850 miles, and no sludge in oil at all. Just a nice brown color (Have been using nothing but Castrol Syntec 10/30 and KN Oil filter on changes)
Running GOOD!
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I agree with others, you really shouldn't see a huge difference in performance/mileage from adding a flowmaster 40 series. But the OP said he couldnt even feel exhaust from the OEM muffler, thus no back pressure which the 4 cyl needs some of. Now stick a borla or magnaflow and see if you get a better response, and i'm sure you would.
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As long as you keep your foot out of it! Even with the little boost that I have, my 1.8L becomes a little gas hog if you are on it too much. As long as you don't let the turbo spool up too often it gets good mileage though.
I agree with others, you really shouldn't see a huge difference in performance/mileage from adding a flowmaster 40 series. But the OP said he couldnt even feel exhaust from the OEM muffler, thus no back pressure which the 4 cyl needs some of. Now stick a borla or magnaflow and see if you get a better response, and i'm sure you would.
I agree with others, you really shouldn't see a huge difference in performance/mileage from adding a flowmaster 40 series. But the OP said he couldnt even feel exhaust from the OEM muffler, thus no back pressure which the 4 cyl needs some of. Now stick a borla or magnaflow and see if you get a better response, and i'm sure you would.
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I will post sound/video clip tomorrow.
Went back to muffler shop, as the double barrel tip I had on was "whistling" at idle. They rewelded it on and sound is gone now. (Must have been tiny spot where air was getting in and causing it do whistle)
Talking about the backpressure, its a night and day difference over the old OEM muffler that was on there.
Went back to muffler shop, as the double barrel tip I had on was "whistling" at idle. They rewelded it on and sound is gone now. (Must have been tiny spot where air was getting in and causing it do whistle)
Talking about the backpressure, its a night and day difference over the old OEM muffler that was on there.
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