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Old 04-18-2018, 06:58 PM
EdzBenz EdzBenz is offline
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Originally Posted by torsionbar View Post
Yes the Brabus muffler looks/sounds sporty, but the problem with using it on a diesel is the tips. Notice how diesel mufflers all have turned down tips? If you use straight tips like on a gasser, you'll end up with a rear end covered in soot. It's especially bad if you have a white or light colored car. Wash it and the rear of the car will look dirty again in no time! BTDT and went back to a turned down tip.
I agree with what you're saying there, Torsionbar. My old 190D had a Remus muffler and I would get soot accumulation on the back end. However, my current muffler set up does not get soot all over the back of my E300 which I was surprised about. I guess I lucked out this time.
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-1984 Mercedes 190D 2.2 5-speed gray market(bought@30,000 miles) (Sold back to original owner@170,000 miles)
-1999 Mercedes E300DT (245,000 miles)
-1999 Mercedes S500 Grand Edition (80,000 miles)
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