Need to replace muffler and tail pipe

pwd · 01-09-2008, 01:05 PM

I've got a 3.0 in my 95 truck. I apologize for being long winded, but I have to tell what happened.

My Story:
So about two months ago, I noticed that my truck was smoking from underneath when I would first start it up on a cold day. I came to the conclusion it’s just exhaust but about the same amount that was coming out the tail was also coming from underneath. I noticed smoke coming out of the join between the pipe that joins to the two into one ( I am assuming this is the Y pipe) and the pipe before the cat (any gasket there?). About a month ago I noticed I had a hole in my muffler now too and the tail pipe tip was pretty rusty. This afternoon I figured I'd take a look underneath and seem how everything was. I thought to myself, "I could have sworn the tail pipe was on this side...”. So I go around to the other side and nothing there either! I check underneath and the whole tail pipe was gone from the muffler back.

My Questions:
I plan on taking it into a muffler shop around here. I just want a good quality muffler, and as for sound I just don't want it sounding like a ricer, If anything, possibly deeper tone than a stock one, but not very loud. I also will need a new tailpipe. I have read tons of posts hear about mufflers etc and Magnaflow, Dyomax, Flowmaster etc.. seem to be the better ones. How much do you figure a shop will charge for the new pipe, a decent muffler (like a brand mentioned above), and possibly to fix leaks along the remaining pipe? Will an average shop be able to put a new pipe in like the stock one was (so it comes out after the driver side wheel, on the side)? By the way, I don't have any connections and I'm not very mechanically inclined.

Thanks in advance.

(I will try get a pic up of what it looks like)

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Belize Off Road Team · 01-09-2008, 01:07 PM

my advise for the tailpipe... cut it off after the axle. dont run it out the side like stock.

muddpigg · 01-09-2008, 01:11 PM

Glasspacks rock

I like to be able to see through my muffler, and I don't mean through rust holes.

Belize Off Road Team · 01-09-2008, 01:19 PM

Allstar93088 · 01-09-2008, 01:23 PM

Go with a magnaflow muffler man...i got one on my 4banger...and it sounds deep...not ricey at all. Just tell your local muffler shop to build u a custom cat back exhaust with the magnaflow muffler.

pwd · 01-09-2008, 02:14 PM

I don't think I need a glasspack haha, but would be neat. Thats an idea 'Belize Off Road Team', but I don't think it is for me, I prefer the pipe coming out the side, but what size pipe do you have there ? I'll definitly consider the magnaflow Allstar, but I don't want to be spending too much money, I just need eveything to be working and be good quality.

TORTIS · 01-09-2008, 02:28 PM

dynomax. if you want, i will PM you my cell number and let you here it over the phone tomorrow afternoon.

infiltrator · 01-09-2008, 02:38 PM

awww how nice tortis haha.

check on http://www.autopartswarehouse.com
they have nice tailpipes, and good deals.
buy one and take it to the muff shop.

jason191918 · 01-09-2008, 02:38 PM

I just have a cherry bomb instead of the muffler, and no tailpipe. It sounds pretty deep and loud. I like it. There are no leaks either. Same engine as yours.

desertyodaboy · 01-09-2008, 02:44 PM

I have the 14" magnaflow on my 3.0 and love it...perfect sound

Hal G · 01-09-2008, 02:54 PM

I don't know about Ontario but here in MA USA we have to have the exaust a good distance behind the rear most opening window ( I think 15 inches) or to the back of the vehicle. It's state law and will not pass inspection otherwise. Also we have to be carefull about how loud it is. I think a cherry bomb muffler would sound pretty nice with a low note, not at all loke a ricer. Don't cconfuse a cherry bomb muffler with a cherrybomb glasspack.The muffler is a lot richer sound. Well good luck. Too bad about the 3.slow because even with a good exaust it won't have a lot of power.

dirtyXplorer · 01-09-2008, 03:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by desertyodaboy

I have the 14" magnaflow on my 3.0 and love it...perfect sound

X2. Very beefy

mr toytech · 01-09-2008, 03:37 PM

i have the dynomax ultra flow and love it. and my exhaust exits out the side. click on the sig. and see.

InternetRoadkill · 01-09-2008, 05:36 PM

Walker Dynamax muffler. Essentially the same performance as the magnaflow with less noise.

pwd · 01-09-2008, 05:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tortis

dynomax. if you want, i will PM you my cell number and let you here it over the phone tomorrow afternoon.

Thats very thoughtful of you, but I don't think I need to hear it. Thanks just the same.

I'm not so much worried about a beefier sound as much as I am about quality(and price). Depending on prices the Walker Dynomax sounds like it will be closest to what I'm looking for. Thanks everyone for all the input and suggestions.

I am gonna do some calling around in the next few days and hopefully get some quotes.

awareness · 01-10-2008, 12:44 AM

How does the Pro Flow muffler included with the LCE exhaust systems compare to a MagnaFlow etc.?

TNRabbit · 01-10-2008, 01:38 AM

FYI: I replaced my exhaust from the cat back for only $119 from the DEALER. Went to NAPA for the rubber hangers; TONS cheaper than the dealer on those. No issues, sounds good.

ozziesironmanoffroad · 01-10-2008, 04:50 AM

i vote for flowmaster. keep us posted on how much the new exhaust system costs, i need to get mine done after i replace my wiring harness

pwd · 01-10-2008, 05:37 AM

I just finished calling a couple places, and heres what I got:

Place 1
Magnaflow muffler(they didn't have walker/dynomax) installed $150
75$ new tailpipe 'custom bent'(i just want it like stock was)
Total: approx. $225 CAD

Place 2
Tailpipe and muffler installed $198.17 CAD
muffler brand is Gorlick? exhaust

So, does anyone have any knowledge about this gorlick brand? I'm not sure if thats how you spell it but, I couldn't seem to find a webpage.

pwd · 01-10-2008, 04:10 PM

Well, I took the plunge and I took my truck into a place to get a new tailpipe,brakets,and new muffler installed. I decided to go with a non performance exhaust, because I did't want to attrack any attention and keep it looking (and sounding) stock, that brand was Gorlick and its very quiet (has a lifetime warranty on the muffler so it can't be too bad). Before taxes it cost about $185, after taxes $209. The service at this place was great IMO, they drove me to my destination and were freindly. I didn't get a look at the new parts much, but it looks professional and rust free again! Thanks guys for helping me with another investment

01-09-2008, 01:07 PM	#2 (permalink)
Belize Off Road Team Contributing Member Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 2,853	my advise for the tailpipe... cut it off after the axle. dont run it out the side like stock. __________________ 1993 Toyota Hilux King Cab, 4WD, 5VZ-FE, 305,000KMs, 1" lift blocks w/ heavy duty springs, Altezza Hilux tail lights, Crystal Clear Hilux corner and bumper lights. K&N drop in filter, ISR Mod. Husky Liners. 1993 Ford Ranger STX, 4WD, 4.0L V6, 265,000kms. Bone stock DD. NEVER QUIT

01-09-2008, 01:19 PM	#4 (permalink)
Belize Off Road Team Contributing Member Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 2,853	__________________ 1993 Toyota Hilux King Cab, 4WD, 5VZ-FE, 305,000KMs, 1" lift blocks w/ heavy duty springs, Altezza Hilux tail lights, Crystal Clear Hilux corner and bumper lights. K&N drop in filter, ISR Mod. Husky Liners. 1993 Ford Ranger STX, 4WD, 4.0L V6, 265,000kms. Bone stock DD. NEVER QUIT

01-09-2008, 01:23 PM	#5 (permalink)
Allstar93088 Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: North Carolina Posts: 139	Go with a magnaflow muffler man...i got one on my 4banger...and it sounds deep...not ricey at all. Just tell your local muffler shop to build u a custom cat back exhaust with the magnaflow muffler. __________________ 1995 22re Toyota Pickup -Pro Comp ES 9000 Shocks -31 x 10.50 Firestone AT's -Grant Steering Wheel -Kenwood EQ -Pioneer Head Unit -Sunpro Tach -Magnaflow XL Turbo Muffler -15x8 Steelies -Marlin HD Clutch -Pro Comp Pre Runner Light Bar To go on: 130w Pro Comp Stainless Steel Lights

01-09-2008, 02:28 PM	#7 (permalink)
TORTIS Contributing Member Personal Sales Rating: (1) Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: shreveport, La Posts: 1,403	dynomax. if you want, i will PM you my cell number and let you here it over the phone tomorrow afternoon. __________________ 89 Truck X-tra Cab LCE Timing Chain LCE Header 31'' Maxxis Buckshot 4.88's built by ZUK(the mind reader) Aussie Locker Front and Rear 63'' Chevy Springs Marlin HD Clutch Bilstein HD Shocks 2.5" Exhaust W/Dynomax Muffler 2-50 Watt Backup Lights

01-09-2008, 02:38 PM	#8 (permalink)
infiltrator Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Valencia, California Posts: 1,302	awww how nice tortis haha. check on http://www.autopartswarehouse.com they have nice tailpipes, and good deals. buy one and take it to the muff shop. __________________ Old Rig: '95 4runner \| White \| ISR \| 193,000mi. \| Totalled.

01-09-2008, 01:11 PM	#3 (permalink)
muddpigg Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (1) Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Illesheim, GE Posts: 2,601	Glasspacks rock I like to be able to see through my muffler, and I don't mean through rust holes.

01-09-2008, 02:14 PM	#6 (permalink)
pwd Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) [OP] Join Date: May 2007 Location: North Bay, Ontario Posts: 366	I don't think I need a glasspack haha, but would be neat. Thats an idea 'Belize Off Road Team', but I don't think it is for me, I prefer the pipe coming out the side, but what size pipe do you have there ? I'll definitly consider the magnaflow Allstar, but I don't want to be spending too much money, I just need eveything to be working and be good quality.

01-09-2008, 02:44 PM	#10 (permalink)
desertyodaboy Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Diego Posts: 215	I have the 14" magnaflow on my 3.0 and love it...perfect sound __________________ 1986 4runner SAS 2010 Tundra 4x4 Crewmax 1994 Toyota Pickup 2wd

01-09-2008, 02:54 PM	#11 (permalink)
Hal G Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Huntington Ma Posts: 41	I don't know about Ontario but here in MA USA we have to have the exaust a good distance behind the rear most opening window ( I think 15 inches) or to the back of the vehicle. It's state law and will not pass inspection otherwise. Also we have to be carefull about how loud it is. I think a cherry bomb muffler would sound pretty nice with a low note, not at all loke a ricer. Don't cconfuse a cherry bomb muffler with a cherrybomb glasspack.The muffler is a lot richer sound. Well good luck. Too bad about the 3.slow because even with a good exaust it won't have a lot of power. __________________ 1998 Green 4 Runner SR5 Vent shades, Bug guard, Removed Running boards, Silverstar light upgrade, Kenwood stereo, K&N air filter, New exaust WANT LIST: Winch mount/Bumper (already have 8000# winch) 33 inch KM2's, Locker, Rear upgraded bumper (to rplace rusted out stock one) 2.5 inch lift.

01-09-2008, 03:37 PM	#13 (permalink)
mr toytech Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: May 2006 Location: kc mo Posts: 532	i have the dynomax ultra flow and love it. and my exhaust exits out the side. click on the sig. and see. __________________ my truck new my truck now with TRD wheels and custom exhaust 93 toyota 3.0 manual trans. jeeps are so cute even barbie has one!!!

01-09-2008, 05:36 PM	#14 (permalink)
InternetRoadkill Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 1,154	Walker Dynamax muffler. Essentially the same performance as the magnaflow with less noise.

01-10-2008, 12:44 AM	#16 (permalink)
awareness Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Pitt Meadows, BC Posts: 255	How does the Pro Flow muffler included with the LCE exhaust systems compare to a MagnaFlow etc.?

01-10-2008, 01:38 AM	#17 (permalink)
TNRabbit Contributing Member Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: TENN Native Languishing in Virginia Posts: 4,761	FYI: I replaced my exhaust from the cat back for only $119 from the DEALER. Went to NAPA for the rubber hangers; TONS cheaper than the dealer on those. No issues, sounds good. __________________ TNRabbit Stock '94 DLX XtraCab 3VZE 4x4 5 spd, 17" FJ Cruiser Wheels, 276k miles, AISIN Manual Hubs Law of Mechanical Repair: "After your hands are coated with grease, your nose will begin to itch and you'll have to pee!" Multipe FSMs!!! EPIC 3VZE info thread Cheap OEM Parts: www.toyotaofnewnan.com

01-10-2008, 04:50 AM	#18 (permalink)
ozziesironmanoffroad Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Spring Valley, CA Posts: 5,985	i vote for flowmaster. keep us posted on how much the new exhaust system costs, i need to get mine done after i replace my wiring harness __________________ 2001 Ford F-150 6" lift 315x85x16 tires. (37x13.50s???) 4.6L V8 bumping stereo I love it MUD IS A VALID PAINT JOB! If not living life to the fullest, why live it? the toyota is gone... its been fun..

01-10-2008, 05:37 AM	#19 (permalink)
pwd Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) [OP] Join Date: May 2007 Location: North Bay, Ontario Posts: 366	I just finished calling a couple places, and heres what I got: Place 1 Magnaflow muffler(they didn't have walker/dynomax) installed $150 75$ new tailpipe 'custom bent'(i just want it like stock was) Total: approx. $225 CAD Place 2 Tailpipe and muffler installed $198.17 CAD muffler brand is Gorlick? exhaust So, does anyone have any knowledge about this gorlick brand? I'm not sure if thats how you spell it but, I couldn't seem to find a webpage.

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01-10-2008, 04:10 PM	#20 (permalink)
pwd Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) [OP] Join Date: May 2007 Location: North Bay, Ontario Posts: 366	Well, I took the plunge and I took my truck into a place to get a new tailpipe,brakets,and new muffler installed. I decided to go with a non performance exhaust, because I did't want to attrack any attention and keep it looking (and sounding) stock, that brand was Gorlick and its very quiet (has a lifetime warranty on the muffler so it can't be too bad). Before taxes it cost about $185, after taxes $209. The service at this place was great IMO, they drove me to my destination and were freindly. I didn't get a look at the new parts much, but it looks professional and rust free again! Thanks guys for helping me with another investment

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