Does adding an exhaust tip change the sound?
The shape and width of the exhaust tip can slightly change the sound to be either more throaty (larger tips) or raspy (smaller tips). Double-walled muffler tips tend to add a full-bodied sound. On their own, though, muffler tips will have a minimal effect on exhaust sound.
Can any exhaust tip fit any car?
Vehicle specific exhaust tips are designed to match the exact dimensions of original, factory exhaust outlet pipes installed on a particular make and model. “Universal Fit” means that the exhaust tips are not designed for any specific vehicle.
Will exhaust tips void warranty?
The truth of the matter is that adding an aftermarket exhaust system to your vehicle will not void your warranty in most cases. However, if a problem arises that a mechanic can trace back to the aftermarket system you installed, then your warranty (or a portion of it) will be voided.
Does a exhaust tip make it louder?
Do Exhaust Tips Make Your Car Louder? For the most part, the answer is no. The primary reason drivers install a set of exhaust tips is for the enhanced appearance the tips provide—not to make their vehicle louder. The primary reason drivers install a set of exhaust tips is for the enhanced appearance the tips provide.
Does the size of the exhaust tip matter?
Tip size actually has very little to do with sound, unless you go to a much larger or smaller diameter. Smaller diameter pipe will restrict the engine, slowing the exhaust stream and decreasing engine noise, and a larger diameter tip will make the engine louder only if the original tip was a restriction.
Can you reuse exhaust tips?
Of course you can. You just need to grind off the old weld.
Can a straight pipe damage engine?
Straight Pipes Can Damage Your Engine. A street vehicle should not be equipped with a race car-style exhaust system. Straight pipes, for example, can increase exhaust gas velocity. This will reduce engine performance to below 2,000 or 2,500 RPM and make your vehicle slower to launch from a stoplight.