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Old 05-03-2009, 01:25 AM
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Does changing from the stock muffler to a new Flowmaster American Thunder muffler require a tune?

Still learning Thanks for any insight guys
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Old 05-03-2009, 02:16 AM
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nope
and it will sound soooo much better
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Old 05-03-2009, 10:51 PM
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It depends if you change the muffler bearings out also.
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Old 05-03-2009, 10:53 PM
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No just make sure to replace the muffler bearings. They help the exhaust flow.
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Old 05-03-2009, 11:36 PM
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If not the back pressure will just build up over time then BAM you'll blow a head!
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Old 05-03-2009, 11:38 PM
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And you most definitely do not want to blow a head. Talk about some big $$$
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Old 05-04-2009, 11:41 AM
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Some people might take the 'muffler bearings' seriously...I hope everyone is smart enough to know better.
Seriously though, just change the muffler and you are good to go. Don't worry about the 'muffler bearings'...if you need a set I'll sell you some
(..of course there's no such thing as muffler bearings!)
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Old 05-04-2009, 01:13 PM
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No. Just change it out and enjoy the sound.
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Internet went crazy; double post...sorry.
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Old 05-05-2009, 12:02 AM
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Originally Posted by tx_zstang
Some people might take the 'muffler bearings' seriously...I hope everyone is smart enough to know better.
Seriously though, just change the muffler and you are good to go. Don't worry about the 'muffler bearings'...if you need a set I'll sell you some
(..of course there's no such thing as muffler bearings!)

LOL!! Muffler bearings. At first I thought everyone was serious Quit picking on the new kid guys!! LOL! So, there really is no such thing as muffler bearings then? Geez I'm gullible!
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