C32 AMG Resonator deleted
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C32 AMG Resonator deleted
Got my C32 Resonator deleted today for 100 bucks and I was told that aluminum pipe is better that stainless steal on our car. The shop owner told me they crack easily around the welding seal when you run over bumps. Is that true?
I was really surprised after the res delete, it sounded pretty much the same in side of the car while driving.
I was really surprised after the res delete, it sounded pretty much the same in side of the car while driving.
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Yeah I used aluminized steel on mine and it looks fine. The muffler guy that did it has been using it forever and hasn't had many problems. Cost me $60 or so total. But yeah you dont hear much of a change inside the car, but when the windows are down you can.
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i got mine done on monday for $35, he used stainless steel. but he didnt mention anything about aluminum. guy has had that muffler shop for thousands of years but would hurt to ask.. sounds great now..! i think my foot just got a little heavier.. 
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It's actually aluminized steel, not aluminum. It's cheaper than stainless and is slightly less finicky to weld. Stainless will hold up better over the long run, especially in wet/snowy climates, but aluminized steel is fine for most applications. Performance-wise, there's zero difference.
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I wish it made as much difference on the non AMG cars. I got mine replaced with a stainless pipe and the difference is barely noticable. If you turn off the radio, put the windows down, and punch the gas, you'll hear a little something.
