If you’ve been reading the news much, you probably already know about the massive scandal involving VW and their emissions systems. However, if you’ve been out of the loop, you may not!
Nice Stainless exhaust pipe in modern style.
Exhaust Systems are frequently overlooked. These days many car companies install the lowest grade exhaust system and skimp out on the performance and other benefits that go with an upgraded exhaust system. A properly working exhaust system is vital to having your car working at optimal performance. An exhaust system is piping used to efficiently guide reaction exhaust away from a controlled combustion inside your car.
The exhaust gas flows through the following parts of the car:
- Cylinder Head
- Exhaust Manifold
- Catalytic Converter
- Muffler
Many vehicle companies focus on the engine and end up installing the least expensive exhaust system parts. People resort to upgrading their vehicle to a turbo or upgrading the cold air intake, but what they don’t realize is that an aftermarket performance exhaust and muffler can add some much needed horsepower, fuel economy, and sound to your vehicle.
Reasons to Upgrade Your Exhaust System
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NASA has now officially broken the record for the largest heat shield ever created, check this out! The scientists at NASA have installed the largest heat shield ever created for the intention of atmospheric re-entry, onto the crew module of its next generation spacecraft, Orion.
The shield, made of the same base material as that which protected Apollo-era astronauts from re-entry conditions over four decades ago, is set to be tested to the extreme later this year as Orion’s maiden flight blasts off.
NASA Creates Large Heat Shield
Many car owners tend to forget about their exhaust systems. They may think that the exhaust system does nothing more than to discharge the waste products of the combustion process. Although this is exactly what the exhaust system does, the way these waste product is discharged out of the engine is essential to the performance of the engine.
Understanding A Healthy Exhaust System
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So you’ve got an old car that you want to feel less old, huh? Well, have no fear because American Muffler is here. When you have an old and used car, the only benefit about it is that it’s already paid for. For most of us, especially vehicle enthusiasts, we get sick of our used car before it’s even really “used up,” but if you have a tight money situation, it may be more difficult for you to get that luxury vehicle you’ve been pining for.
Just because you’re tired of looking at your car doesn’t mean you need a new one. If you own a car that was built in the last decade, then it should be able to successfully run up to 300,000 miles with minimal problems as long as you keep up with maintenance. So, if you’re looking to spice up your “long term” vehicle, there are some pretty simple adjustments you can make that won’t break the bank.
5 Ways to Spice Up Your Old Ride
There are so many car enthusiasts out there who aim to add everything to their vehicle that they can, whether it’s an upgraded muffler or a cat-back kit. The thing is though, a lot of these “enthusiasts” have no idea how these additions work, and they just know it’ll turn heads when they list off all the specifications they’ve added to their vehicle. However, with that being said, that fact made us at American Muffler wonder why they want to add these additions, but don’t understand how they work.
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If you ask us at American Muffler, which you should because we’re exhaust system pros, we recommend you get your exhaust system inspected whenever you take your vehicle into the mechanic to be serviced. The exhaust is a critical system within your car that probably works harder than any of its other counterparts. Continue reading “Exhaust Inspection System: What to Expect for Repairs” »
When it comes to custom exhaust systems in the broward county area there is no shop more professional than the mechanics here at American Muffler. Enjoy this breakdown of the auto industry’s most commonly installed performance exhaust system used to enhance your vehicles power and style. Though be sure to remember that we are always here to answer any of your custom muffler and exhaust system questions, (954) 739-1734. Continue reading “Review 10 Different types of Performance Exhaust Systems” »
Keeping your car running, looking good, and lasting for a long time has always seemed like a far easier thing to achieve on television than it actually is in real life. All those bottles of mystery liquid you see advertised on TV promise you that your car will run better, but in reality, your car might need a little more than that. When it comes to cars, the whole, “if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is,” saying totally applies. So, why is it that some cars seem to last longer than others? It’s all about regular auto maintenance. Continue reading “5 Tips for Perfect Car Care” »
The exhaust system in your car serves several purposes and determining whether or not you need a repair or a replacement is actually easier than one may think. While it may take a mechanic to fix your exhaust system, it doesn’t take one to determine whether something is wrong or not. Before we get into the ways of determining whether your exhaust system has a problem or not, let’s look at the importance of even having an exhaust that works properly. Continue reading “How to Take Care of Your Exhaust System” »