bschwarz6

i ran one of Rusty's cat-back exhaust systems on both my XJ and YJ and
felt that they both gave a nice boost of power and a great 'growl'
effect when i stepped on the gas. check out Rusty's Offroad under the
performance section http://www.rustysoffroad.com

good luck!
brad
http://www.bradschwarz.com


The Reverend Natural Light wrote:
> Greetings!
>
> I'm replacing the tail pipe and muffler on a 1990 4.2L Jeep Wrangler.
> I've ordered a replacement exhaust pipe from the local auto parts
> store, but I wanted a muffler with a little more attitude than a stock
> replacement. The existing original muffler is 13" long, with a center
> 2" inlet and an offset 2.25" outlet. I can't find any aftermarket
> muffler that matches these dimensions. Has anyone encountered this and
> found a solution?
>
> Thanks!
>
>
> -rev

bschwarz6

i ran one of Rusty's cat-back exhaust systems on both my XJ and YJ and
felt that they both gave a nice boost of power and a great 'growl'
effect when i stepped on the gas. check out Rusty's Offroad under the
performance section http://www.rustysoffroad.com

good luck!
brad
http://www.bradschwarz.com


The Reverend Natural Light wrote:
> Greetings!
>
> I'm replacing the tail pipe and muffler on a 1990 4.2L Jeep Wrangler.
> I've ordered a replacement exhaust pipe from the local auto parts
> store, but I wanted a muffler with a little more attitude than a stock
> replacement. The existing original muffler is 13" long, with a center
> 2" inlet and an offset 2.25" outlet. I can't find any aftermarket
> muffler that matches these dimensions. Has anyone encountered this and
> found a solution?
>
> Thanks!
>
>
> -rev

bschwarz6

i ran one of Rusty's cat-back exhaust systems on both my XJ and YJ and
felt that they both gave a nice boost of power and a great 'growl'
effect when i stepped on the gas. check out Rusty's Offroad under the
performance section http://www.rustysoffroad.com

good luck!
brad
http://www.bradschwarz.com


The Reverend Natural Light wrote:
> Greetings!
>
> I'm replacing the tail pipe and muffler on a 1990 4.2L Jeep Wrangler.
> I've ordered a replacement exhaust pipe from the local auto parts
> store, but I wanted a muffler with a little more attitude than a stock
> replacement. The existing original muffler is 13" long, with a center
> 2" inlet and an offset 2.25" outlet. I can't find any aftermarket
> muffler that matches these dimensions. Has anyone encountered this and
> found a solution?
>
> Thanks!
>
>
> -rev

The Reverend Natural Light

I was hesitant to buy a complete cat-back system because I couldn't
find anything economical and it just doesn't warrant a $300 stainless
mandrel bent Borla system with twin gold plated slash cut oval
resonator tips. The tailpipe was $24 and a Thrush or Summit muffler is
~$30, but neither is available in a center inlet / offset outlet.
Guess OEM will have to do.

-rev



DougW wrote:
> The Reverend Natural Light wrote:
> > Greetings!
> >
> > I'm replacing the tail pipe and muffler on a 1990 4.2L Jeep Wrangler.
> > I've ordered a replacement exhaust pipe from the local auto parts
> > store, but I wanted a muffler with a little more attitude than a stock
> > replacement. The existing original muffler is 13" long, with a center
> > 2" inlet and an offset 2.25" outlet. I can't find any aftermarket
> > muffler that matches these dimensions. Has anyone encountered this
> > and found a solution?
>
> Generally folks buy a cat-back system that replaces everything from the
> catalytic converter back to the exhaust tip. But since you got the
> pipe your options are limited to OEM unless you want to do some
> fabrication yourself or have a muffler shop weld one in for you.
>
> Your basic muffler shop can put anything you want in there. I'd stay
> away from glasspacks (too loud for most folks) Thrush, and just about
> any other aftermarket can be made to fit, except possibly the Gibson
> as it's much longer than stock.
>
> --
> DougW

The Reverend Natural Light

I was hesitant to buy a complete cat-back system because I couldn't
find anything economical and it just doesn't warrant a $300 stainless
mandrel bent Borla system with twin gold plated slash cut oval
resonator tips. The tailpipe was $24 and a Thrush or Summit muffler is
~$30, but neither is available in a center inlet / offset outlet.
Guess OEM will have to do.

-rev



DougW wrote:
> The Reverend Natural Light wrote:
> > Greetings!
> >
> > I'm replacing the tail pipe and muffler on a 1990 4.2L Jeep Wrangler.
> > I've ordered a replacement exhaust pipe from the local auto parts
> > store, but I wanted a muffler with a little more attitude than a stock
> > replacement. The existing original muffler is 13" long, with a center
> > 2" inlet and an offset 2.25" outlet. I can't find any aftermarket
> > muffler that matches these dimensions. Has anyone encountered this
> > and found a solution?
>
> Generally folks buy a cat-back system that replaces everything from the
> catalytic converter back to the exhaust tip. But since you got the
> pipe your options are limited to OEM unless you want to do some
> fabrication yourself or have a muffler shop weld one in for you.
>
> Your basic muffler shop can put anything you want in there. I'd stay
> away from glasspacks (too loud for most folks) Thrush, and just about
> any other aftermarket can be made to fit, except possibly the Gibson
> as it's much longer than stock.
>
> --
> DougW

The Reverend Natural Light

I was hesitant to buy a complete cat-back system because I couldn't
find anything economical and it just doesn't warrant a $300 stainless
mandrel bent Borla system with twin gold plated slash cut oval
resonator tips. The tailpipe was $24 and a Thrush or Summit muffler is
~$30, but neither is available in a center inlet / offset outlet.
Guess OEM will have to do.

-rev



DougW wrote:
> The Reverend Natural Light wrote:
> > Greetings!
> >
> > I'm replacing the tail pipe and muffler on a 1990 4.2L Jeep Wrangler.
> > I've ordered a replacement exhaust pipe from the local auto parts
> > store, but I wanted a muffler with a little more attitude than a stock
> > replacement. The existing original muffler is 13" long, with a center
> > 2" inlet and an offset 2.25" outlet. I can't find any aftermarket
> > muffler that matches these dimensions. Has anyone encountered this
> > and found a solution?
>
> Generally folks buy a cat-back system that replaces everything from the
> catalytic converter back to the exhaust tip. But since you got the
> pipe your options are limited to OEM unless you want to do some
> fabrication yourself or have a muffler shop weld one in for you.
>
> Your basic muffler shop can put anything you want in there. I'd stay
> away from glasspacks (too loud for most folks) Thrush, and just about
> any other aftermarket can be made to fit, except possibly the Gibson
> as it's much longer than stock.
>
> --
> DougW

The Reverend Natural Light

I was hesitant to buy a complete cat-back system because I couldn't
find anything economical and it just doesn't warrant a $300 stainless
mandrel bent Borla system with twin gold plated slash cut oval
resonator tips. The tailpipe was $24 and a Thrush or Summit muffler is
~$30, but neither is available in a center inlet / offset outlet.
Guess OEM will have to do.

-rev



DougW wrote:
> The Reverend Natural Light wrote:
> > Greetings!
> >
> > I'm replacing the tail pipe and muffler on a 1990 4.2L Jeep Wrangler.
> > I've ordered a replacement exhaust pipe from the local auto parts
> > store, but I wanted a muffler with a little more attitude than a stock
> > replacement. The existing original muffler is 13" long, with a center
> > 2" inlet and an offset 2.25" outlet. I can't find any aftermarket
> > muffler that matches these dimensions. Has anyone encountered this
> > and found a solution?
>
> Generally folks buy a cat-back system that replaces everything from the
> catalytic converter back to the exhaust tip. But since you got the
> pipe your options are limited to OEM unless you want to do some
> fabrication yourself or have a muffler shop weld one in for you.
>
> Your basic muffler shop can put anything you want in there. I'd stay
> away from glasspacks (too loud for most folks) Thrush, and just about
> any other aftermarket can be made to fit, except possibly the Gibson
> as it's much longer than stock.
>
> --
> DougW

DougW

The Reverend Natural Light wrote:
> I was hesitant to buy a complete cat-back system because I couldn't
> find anything economical and it just doesn't warrant a $300 stainless
> mandrel bent Borla system with twin gold plated slash cut oval
> resonator tips. The tailpipe was $24 and a Thrush or Summit muffler
> is ~$30, but neither is available in a center inlet / offset outlet.
> Guess OEM will have to do.

Yep, the SS cat-back systems are pricy. And even then they sometimes
need a bit of cutting to make fit. I went with an aluminized one
to save some bucks (and because I drag it over rocks anyway)

Measure the offset and the overall length and take that to a local
muffler shop. They can find a fit or they can fabricate a flange
to make it fit. I do some of my own work but then take it to a local
shop to weld up the pipe. I just don't like U clamps.
_________
__| |
|__ |__ --- offset
| | ___
| __|
| |_________|
| |
|----length-----|


If your going OEM, give these folks a check for price.
http://www.chryslerpartsdirect.com/
and check NAPA, they might have a direct fit replacement.

Also check here
http://replacement.autopartswarehous...uffler&dp=true
http://tinyurl.com/zl86o



--
-- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://revbeergoggles.com
HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
Banks Header - and BEER, in the fridge!

DougW

The Reverend Natural Light wrote:
> I was hesitant to buy a complete cat-back system because I couldn't
> find anything economical and it just doesn't warrant a $300 stainless
> mandrel bent Borla system with twin gold plated slash cut oval
> resonator tips. The tailpipe was $24 and a Thrush or Summit muffler
> is ~$30, but neither is available in a center inlet / offset outlet.
> Guess OEM will have to do.

Yep, the SS cat-back systems are pricy. And even then they sometimes
need a bit of cutting to make fit. I went with an aluminized one
to save some bucks (and because I drag it over rocks anyway)

Measure the offset and the overall length and take that to a local
muffler shop. They can find a fit or they can fabricate a flange
to make it fit. I do some of my own work but then take it to a local
shop to weld up the pipe. I just don't like U clamps.
_________
__| |
|__ |__ --- offset
| | ___
| __|
| |_________|
| |
|----length-----|


If your going OEM, give these folks a check for price.
http://www.chryslerpartsdirect.com/
and check NAPA, they might have a direct fit replacement.

Also check here
http://replacement.autopartswarehous...uffler&dp=true
http://tinyurl.com/zl86o



--
-- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://revbeergoggles.com
HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
Banks Header - and BEER, in the fridge!

DougW

The Reverend Natural Light wrote:
> I was hesitant to buy a complete cat-back system because I couldn't
> find anything economical and it just doesn't warrant a $300 stainless
> mandrel bent Borla system with twin gold plated slash cut oval
> resonator tips. The tailpipe was $24 and a Thrush or Summit muffler
> is ~$30, but neither is available in a center inlet / offset outlet.
> Guess OEM will have to do.

Yep, the SS cat-back systems are pricy. And even then they sometimes
need a bit of cutting to make fit. I went with an aluminized one
to save some bucks (and because I drag it over rocks anyway)

Measure the offset and the overall length and take that to a local
muffler shop. They can find a fit or they can fabricate a flange
to make it fit. I do some of my own work but then take it to a local
shop to weld up the pipe. I just don't like U clamps.
_________
__| |
|__ |__ --- offset
| | ___
| __|
| |_________|
| |
|----length-----|


If your going OEM, give these folks a check for price.
http://www.chryslerpartsdirect.com/
and check NAPA, they might have a direct fit replacement.

Also check here
http://replacement.autopartswarehous...uffler&dp=true
http://tinyurl.com/zl86o



--
-- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://revbeergoggles.com
HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
Banks Header - and BEER, in the fridge!