How can I make my Muzzy exhaust quieter?
Registered. FOG said: Remove it from the motorcycle and lay it in a ditch. There it will rest silently .
How long does exhaust packing last?
One of the biggest questions is how often the exhaust packing should be replaced. The answer: when it needs to be. How long the packing lasts depends on the rider, the bike and the quality of the packing. A good rule of thumb for the average rider, though, is about every 20 hours of riding.
How often should you repack your exhaust?
It can happen quickly, too. We know mechanics who recommend new muffler packing after every 10 hours of riding. That could be once a month, or even more frequently.
Do I need to repack my exhaust?
You should take time to repack your muffler. It’s a recommended maintenance item on both factory and aftermarket exhausts. In addition to the racket they make, blown-out exhaust packing robs you of low-end horsepower. And this isn’t just a dirtbike thing; many street bike exhausts need to be repacked, too.
Does steel wool quiet exhaust?
Yep, it’s been done. My neighbor used to do it many years ago. It was a good trick to pack the bored out mufflers with steel wool to get to quiet noisy exhausts. But the steel wool would eventually either burn up or rust away (which was the goal to get back to a loud unrestricted exhaust).
What can I use for exhaust packing?
Most come from the mfgr packed with fiberglass mat wrapped around a screen core. Many bike shops carry repacking material or you can just use regular old fiberglass mat from the local hardware store.
Can you put steel wool in a muffler?
Will steel wool catch fire in exhaust?
Can I use steel wool in my exhaust?
Is steel wool a good muffler packing?
Benefits of stainless steel wool in exhaust systems: Highly resilient to turbulent exhaust flows and temperatures to prevent blow out. Excellent thermal resistance up to 800 °C or 1200 °C. Mufflers packed with stainless steel wool will last up to 4 to 5 times longer than by using fiberglass alone.
What causes raspy exhaust?
This is caused by the increased flow of the exhaust gases. A raspy sound may emit from your performance muffler from time to time. It is important to understand how to get rid of this sound to prevent from further problems occurring.
Can lack of back pressure damage an engine?
Abstract: Exhaust system components such as mufflers and exhaust aftertreatment devices are a source of engine exhaust back pressure. Increased back pressure levels can cause increased emissions, increased fuel consumption, and can negatively affect engine performance.