Chasis Stiffening Plate and Muffler?

[mrblaise]

I think the last time I replaced a muffler was when I owned a 1968 Camaro ...

[dipper]

hmm.... Rhode Island.

You sure your neighbor(s) did not just put road salt into your cars' mufflers?

[Freedom]

Originally Posted by dipper

hmm.... Rhode Island.

You sure your neighbor(s) did not just put road salt into your cars' mufflers?

If they did anything, it was OCEAN salt! He hee.

[cairo94507]

Not to slam Midas, but if they sell a muffler which needs replacement every two years why are they still in business? ( as a disclaimer I do not believe the OP about this fact)

[Freedom]

Originally Posted by cairo94507

Not to slam Midas, but if they sell a muffler which needs replacement every two years why are they still in business? ( as a disclaimer I do not believe the OP about this fact)

Sorry. It seems like every 2 years, I am not sure HOW long it is. I know I've had at least 3 ( 1 being the original) mufflers on the 1998 Honda I am planning to trade in for the Pri I have on order. I also know I get the absolute cheapest model they offer (they have different "grades") The muffler is guaranteed, all I pay is the labor each time they have to replace it. I probably would have spent less overall if I'd just gone for a better muffler in the first place. My trips are all very short, and I am near the coast. I've been told those are the factors which play into my needing one so often. (short trips, near coast, cheapest thing out there)

That wasn't really the point of my question, I was just curious about the way the part fit together because I can't go out in my driveway and look; yet!

[Genoz World]

here's the bottom line, you wont have to worry.

PATSPARKS- my friend, you look strong enough to lift the prius all by your lonesome self - yes, this is a compliment.

cheers.

[dwreed3rd]

I wouldn't go back to MIDAS if their mufflers only last 2 years. I haven't replaced a muffler in 30 years. Had cars for 51 years. Lowest mileage traded with 75K. Two over 100K, one of which is a 2000 Toyota Avalon XLS w/107K. I'd find another muffler shop. I can't imagine what car or driving conditions would go through a muffler every 2 years.