Is exhaust flex pipe good?
Here is an example of what a damaged flex pipe and a new one look like: Occasionally customers will ask do i really need this piece and the answer is YES you do! Not having a flex pipe installed can cause serious damage to your exhaust system such as breaking bolts, flanges, and even the exhaust manifold itself.
How do you know you need a new flex pipe?
Loud noises: One of the first signs of an exhaust leak is a loud noise. If there’s a crack in your flex pipe, it will cause an excessively noisy engine. Your pipe might be producing a hissing or tapping sound that can get louder when the generator speed is increased.
What does a bad flex pipe do?
Damaged and worn-out flex pipes are prone to exhaust leaks. The exhaust gases produced by the engine can escape through cracks in the pipe. You may also hear loud noises coming from leaky flex pipes. Your engine will sound louder than normal because the sounds produced by its operation escape through the cracked pipe.
Why is my exhaust so loud at the back of my car?
In some cases, you may have a bad seal at the muffler or a loose muffler connection. Even a rear muffler replacement due to rust or wear shouldn’t break the bank. If your vehicle is complaining loudly at the rear, you likely do not have a problem with your exhaust system, but rather with the engine tuning itself.
What happens if you listen for exhaust noise?
You don’t want to end up on YouTube as the person chasing their running car down the street. Or worse than that, you could be badly hurt by a vehicle that suddenly starts to roll while you are on the ground listening for exhaust notes.
What should I do if I hear a leak in my exhaust?
Closer inspection will be needed. If your leak sounds like it is underneath the vehicle near the center section of the exhaust, you are probably not looking at an expensive repair. It could be a simple hole in your exhaust pipe, which can be welded or replaced in a section.