MBWorld.org Forums

CLK-Class (W209) 2003 on: CLK 270 CDI, CLK 200K, CLK 200 CGI, CLK 240, CLK 320, CLK 350, CLK 500, CLK 550 [Coupes & Cabriolets]

Question about Magnaflow Muffler

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Rate Thread
 
Old Apr 11, 2011 | 12:36 PM
Share
  #1  
aznxkicker's Avatar
aznxkicker
Thread Starter
Senior Member
 
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 461
Likes: 2
From: HK
C207 E500
Question about Magnaflow Muffler
I recently installed a magnaflow muffler with no 2nd cat & resonator and it sound really loud and drones inside the cabin so I put back the 2nd cat and the sound level is acceptable. However I've noticed the muffler sound becomes quieter after driving for about a week. It used to have a nice growl sound when i start the engine but right now it just sounds abit louder than my previous OEM muffler. I wonder if this issue is normal and if a magnaflow glasspack muffler is a better combination than the 2nd cat placement or the high flow cat in terms of sound level, droning, backpressure..etc ? My car cannot fit a xpipe as I know this will refine the sound better. Thanks for the advice.
Reply
0
Old Apr 11, 2011 | 12:54 PM
Share
  #2  
kevblah's Avatar
kevblah
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: Feb 2007
Posts: 3,840
Likes: 1
From: MA
E90 M3
I think it's typical for a muffler to change its sound within the first week, sort of like a break in period.
Reply
0
Old Apr 11, 2011 | 01:10 PM
Share
  #3  
dynomite05's Avatar
dynomite05
Out Of Control!!
 
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 10,275
Likes: 10
From: Jerzy
04 CLK 320 > CLK32K
Yea, there's definitely a break in period. Although the sound should increase and get better, not diminish.
Reply
0
Old Apr 11, 2011 | 01:10 PM
Share
  #4  
ark1tech's Avatar
ark1tech
Member
 
Joined: Jun 2008
Posts: 226
Likes: 0
From: Staten Island
2003 CLK 500
Yea same kinda thing happened with my Mustang a few years back. Can you share the info on the muffler, because I am looking for a Magnaflow for my car. Thanks
Reply
0
Old Apr 11, 2011 | 01:17 PM
Share
  #5  
aznxkicker's Avatar
aznxkicker
Thread Starter
Senior Member
 
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 461
Likes: 2
From: HK
C207 E500
i remember once i saw black smoke came out from the tips when i started my engine. Is it normal ?
Reply
0
Old Apr 11, 2011 | 02:40 PM
Share
  #6  
dragon_27's Avatar
dragon_27
Member
 
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 216
Likes: 0
From: vancouver, bc CANADA
03 clk500, 06 qx56
i have a magnaflow exhaust on my suv and it after a few weeks, it actually got louder and there is more drone as well...
Reply
0
Old Apr 11, 2011 | 03:11 PM
Share
  #7  
mikata's Avatar
mikata
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 1,595
Likes: 1
From: Sweden
Mercedes CLK 320 W209
What engine size do you got? Was it you that had the 200K? Nice car btw.
Reply
0

Trending Topics

Old Apr 12, 2011 | 12:10 AM
Share
  #8  
aznxkicker's Avatar
aznxkicker
Thread Starter
Senior Member
 
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 461
Likes: 2
From: HK
C207 E500
Originally Posted by mikata
What engine size do you got? Was it you that had the 200K? Nice car btw.
mine is 1800c.c inline 4 cylinder ..maybe thats the reason
Reply
0
MB World Stories

The Best of Mercedes & AMG

story-0

6 Mercedes Models That Did NOT Age Well (But Are Somehow Still Cool)

 Verdad Gallardo
story-1

Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun

 Verdad Gallardo
story-2

Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren

 Verdad Gallardo
story-3

8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine

 Verdad Gallardo
story-4

Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction

 Verdad Gallardo
story-5

Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know

 Verdad Gallardo
story-6

Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know

 Verdad Gallardo
story-7

5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve

 Verdad Gallardo
story-8

Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping

 Verdad Gallardo
story-9

10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used

 Verdad Gallardo
Old Apr 12, 2011 | 12:33 AM
Share
  #9  
mikata's Avatar
mikata
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 1,595
Likes: 1
From: Sweden
Mercedes CLK 320 W209
Originally Posted by aznxkicker
mine is 1800c.c inline 4 cylinder ..maybe thats the reason
I'm no expert but I don't think you'll get any deep growl from 4 cylinder engine. what do other fellas say?
Reply
0
Old Jan 5, 2012 | 01:11 PM
Share
  #10  
Mosdef419's Avatar
Mosdef419
Newbie
 
Joined: Mar 2010
Posts: 8
Likes: 0
ML320
Originally Posted by mikata
I'm no expert but I don't think you'll get any deep growl from 4 cylinder engine. what do other fellas say?
You wouldn't get the deep tone on a 4 Cylinder engine, more on V6 and definately on a 8 cyclinder V8 engine.
Reply
0
Old Jan 5, 2012 | 01:55 PM
Share
  #11  
togaclk55's Avatar
togaclk55
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: May 2011
Posts: 1,456
Likes: 1
From: Bay Area, CA
CLK55
LOL @ reawakening this thread
Reply
0
Old Jan 5, 2012 | 02:54 PM
Share
  #12  
Kevwood's Avatar
Kevwood
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 4,748
Likes: 0
From: A Canadian in Dubai, United Arab Emirates
'05 C200K SS, '05 Kleemann CLK500K, '08 Hummer H3 & '92 Z34 5sp (track car in Canada)
Yeah, this was a dusty one.
Reply
0
Tags
Back to Subforum
CLK-Class (W209)
View Next Unread
Paddle shift steering wheel on non AMG W209

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 


You have already rated this thread Rating: Thread Rating: 0 votes, average.
Show Printable Version
Email this Page

Advanced Search

All times are GMT -4. The time now is 06:26 AM.

story-0
6 Mercedes Models That Did NOT Age Well (But Are Somehow Still Cool)

Slideshow: Not every Mercedes design becomes timeless, some feel stuck in the era they came from.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:09:07


VIEW MORE
story-1
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun

Slideshow: Yes, Mercedes built manual cars, and some of them are far more interesting than you'd expect.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-02 12:36:58


VIEW MORE
story-2
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren

Slideshow: A one-of-one U.S.-spec Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster became even rarer after a factory-backed transformation at McLaren's headquarters.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-29 11:19:28


VIEW MORE
story-3
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine

Slideshow: Before curves took over, Mercedes mastered the art of the straight line, and some of those shapes still look right today.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-25 12:05:49


VIEW MORE
story-4
Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction

Slideshow: The 190E Evolution II shows how a homologation necessity became a six-figure collector icon.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-22 17:53:47


VIEW MORE
story-5
Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know

Slideshow: Mercedes is turning one of its core nameplates electric, and the details show just how serious this shift is.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-21 13:58:06


VIEW MORE
story-6
Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know

Slideshow: Faster charging, longer range, and a controversial steer-by-wire system define the latest evolution of Mercedes-Benz EQS.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-15 10:35:34


VIEW MORE
story-7
5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve

Slideshow: These overlooked Mercedes-Benz models never got the spotlight, but they quietly delivered more than most remember.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-13 19:35:45


VIEW MORE
story-8
Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping

Slideshow: A well-used 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300D with more than one million miles is now looking for a new owner, and it still appears ready for more.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-10 10:05:15


VIEW MORE
story-9
10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used

Slideshow: From bulletproof sedans to surprisingly tough SUVs, these Mercedes models proved that the three-pointed star can go the distance.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-08 09:55:49


VIEW MORE