Muffler Question

[Ruth]

Originally Posted by alexiskai

I wonder if there's any way to tell what kind one has. I recently discovered that the authentic tailpipe clamp I bought from Aries was too small for my tail pipe, which I assume is a replacement from the mid-80s or earlier. Ended up keeping the clamp I had but using Aries's fasteners.

Perhaps you could compare the dimensions? http://www.amuffler.com/comp_dimen.html

[California Travieso]

Originally Posted by Tacoma Bob

Others may chime in BUT from what I learned on this site years ago Midas Mufflers made bazillions of after market Model "A" mufflers. They were sold by JC Whitney and other discount aftermarket suppliers in the late 60s and early 70s.

Don’t know about the quality of their mufflers, but I always remember the Midas commercial with thrifty New Englander in a Model A taking advantage of the Midas lifetime guarantee.

https://youtube.com/watch?v=mFOWdIPQImk&feature=share
“See you again boys” was my favorite line.

David Serrano

[Model A Ron]

Originally Posted by Tacoma Bob

Others may chime in BUT from what I learned on this site years ago Midas Mufflers made bazillions of after market Model "A" mufflers. They were sold by JC Whitney and other discount aftermarket suppliers in the late 60s and early 70s.

Did anyone else besides Aries make a muffler to original dimensions? I think mine is an old steel Aries but I am not sure how long they have been in business.

[Ruth]

Originally Posted by Model A Ron

I think mine is an old steel Aries but I am not sure how long they have been in business.

Sez right on their website.

[Model A Ron]

Originally Posted by Ruth

If it lasts as long as Conway's (30+ years) with no rust or repainting I believe I would be happy. The next custodian of my car can worry about in ~2051!!

Ruth
I am thinking more of every day use. For the way most Model A's are driven (3000 miles or less a year) I think you will get 30+years. I just looked and its only $100 more so I do understand your decision. After spending some time on there webpage it looks like Aries makes a good muffler regardless of Steel or Stainless. I am just happy we have vendors like this.

Ron

[Gene F]

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Ruth, that is why I asked.

[alexiskai]

Originally Posted by Model A Ron

With all the knowledge on hear I was hoping someone could say without question what Muffler I have. I guess I will have to find someone with an Aries and take a look for myself. Thanks for all the comments.

Ron

I just went out and measured mine, and it is also 29.25 from seam to seam and looks a lot like yours. My guess is that Aries photo doesn't really list all the mufflers throughout history. You and I probably have a good aftermarket muffler made by somebody in the Carolinas back in the 70s or so.

[Model A Ron]

Originally Posted by alexiskai

I just went out and measured mine, and it is also 29.25 from seam to seam and looks a lot like yours. My guess is that Aries photo doesn't really list all the mufflers throughout history. You and I probably have a good aftermarket muffler made by somebody in the Carolinas back in the 70s or so.

I know what your saying. The measurements match up but the look is just a bit off. Mine has surface rust but overall it's solid and It does have the Model A Sound when you push the spark up. I think I will just keep it on and when I need a new one call Aries.

Perhaps Aries does not show it because it's not one with high back pressure.