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Old Aug 27, 2013 | 06:51 PM
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muffler comupter reprogram

im thinking of buying a performance muffler for my truck. i got told that i have to reprogram the computer so it doesnt run to rich or lean. is this true or make much or a differeance?
 
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Old Aug 27, 2013 | 06:56 PM
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Not true. Don't expect a lot of power from exhaust. You'll make more noise though.
 
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Old Aug 27, 2013 | 07:25 PM
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yeah thats what i was expecting
 
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Old Aug 27, 2013 | 07:48 PM
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Your engine management system will easily compensate for a loud muffler.
 
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Old Aug 27, 2013 | 11:07 PM
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Ok I have to poke fun at you.

muffler computer reprogram I think you only have to do this
IF you change the blinker fluid.

ROFLOL

Sean

P.S. A nice sound from a truck is good till the guy next door
wakes up at 4AM to the nice sound..... Story at 6 AM in the TV News.
 
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