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Thrush Welded Muffler

Part No. 17656 Warranty  

Fit of this part varies by vehicle & equipment specs Type of Fit

Thrush products have been a staple of hot rodders for over 40 years as these performance mufflers bring together the power and sound favored by true enthusiasts. Thrush products strike as much of an emotional resonance with today's fan as the sound itself.
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Finish:Aluminized
Inlet Configuration:Offset
Inlet Inside Diameter:2.500 in
Inlet Quantity:1
Internal Construction:Reflection
OE Replacement:Universal
Outlet Configuration:Centered
Outlet Inside Diameter:2.500 in
Outlet Quantity:1
Outlet Type:Pipe Connection
Overall Length:19.000 in
Reversible:No
Shell Diameter Height:4.000 in
Shell Diameter Width:9.500 in
Shell Length:13.000 in
Shell Material:Steel
Shell Shape:Oval

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ThrushWelded Muffler
 
4.1

(based on 8 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

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    (5)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (1)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (1)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (0)

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    (1)

86%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Great sound (8)
  • Easy to install (6)
  • Lightweight (4)
  • Adds style (3)
  • Increases power (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Everyday driving (6)
    • Performance driving (5)
    • Replacement (5)
    • Racing (3)
      • Car & Truck:
      • Casual driver (3)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Auto enthusiast (3), Mechanic (3)

    Reviewed by 8 customers

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    5.0

    Awesome product

    By e30driver

    from Baltimore, MD

    About Me Auto Enthusiast, Mechanic

    Verified Buyer
    Level 1

    Pros

    • Great Sound
    • Lightweight

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Everyday Driving
      • Performance Driving
      • Replacement

      Comments about Thrush Welded Muffler:

      I used the muffler as a resonator on my custom exhaust setup for my '88 e30. I love the performance that it adds as well as the uniformity that is provides as part of my system. Feels/is as durable as it looks.

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      (0 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

       
      1.0

      Was nice till install

      By CycleSlayer

      from Cincinnati, OH

      About Me Auto Enthusiast

      Verified Buyer
      Level 1

      Pros

      • Great Sound
      • Lightweight

      Cons

      • Didnt Fit
      • Wrong Mesurments

      Best Uses

        Comments about Thrush Welded Muffler:

        Didnt fit the vechicle i bought it for. The mesurements were incorrect. Had to swap it for a walker one.

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        5.0

        What a beast!!

        By Dry Rubb

        from Sioux Falls, SD

        About Me Mechanic

        Verified Buyer
        Level 1

        Pros

        • Adds Style
        • Easy To Install
        • Great Sound

        Cons

          Best Uses

            Comments about Thrush Welded Muffler:

            It brings a tear to my eye everytime I start my truck!

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            (11 of 18 customers found this review helpful)

             
            3.0

            Good muffler till the welds break

            By Justin

            from New York

            About Me Auto Enthusiast, Casual Driver, Mechanic, Truck Enthusiast

            Level 2

            Pros

            • Easy To Install
            • Great Sound

            Cons

            • Unattractive Design

            Best Uses

            • Everyday Driving
            • Performance Driving
            • Racing
            • Replacement
            • Restoration

            Comments about Thrush Welded Muffler:

            Love the sound of this muffler but i noticed the weld broke. but it's fixable

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            (75 of 121 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            Great throaty sound for my 2.5L inline 4

            By HondaDustR

            from Northern VA

            Pros

            • Adds Style
            • Durable Construction
            • Easy To Install
            • Excellent Value
            • Great Sound
            • Increases Power

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Everyday Driving
              • Performance Driving
              • Racing
              • Replacement

              Comments about Thrush Welded Muffler:

              I needed something with a bit more sound for my Porsche 924S that didn't look like a ricer exhaust and/or cost a fortune, and this muffler really delivered! It's a 2 chamber very similar to the Flowmaster 40 but at half the cost. My engine is a rather large inline 4 cyl pushing 2.5L, so is a bit tricky to get a nice smooth sound without sounding like a really bad teen tuner project. This muffler swapped in place of the factory part gets me that really nice deep, hollow, expensive euro sports/weekend race car sound that I was looking for, and it cost me far, far less than off the shelf systems on the market. Since my muffler is right at the rear of the car, it maintains an understated look that won't attract unwanted attention, especially painted with black exhaust paint, which also helps protect it from corrosion. It's constructed very well with thick gage steel and solid welds. I've had it for almost 2 years and it's only just beginning to show some surface rust in a couple spots, and I drive it all year, snow, rain, etc.

              Only downside I found is it can be kind of loud and harsh with a really open exhaust system (no cat/resonator). This would be no problem and would actually enhance the sound on engine configurations that naturally sound good, like V6, I6, V8's, etc., but my big 4 cyl needed the rest of the exhaust components to keep the sound smooth (and legal). On a race track, though, it would be great with a test pipe and 4-1 headers, but with a totally different raw, open sound.

              • Car & Truck:
              • Auto Enthusiast, Mechanic

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              (69 of 120 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              Great

              By rc

              from east china, mi

              Verified Buyer
              3 or more reviews submitted

              Pros

              • Easy To Install
              • Great Sound
              • Lightweight

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Everyday Driving
                • Replacement
                • Restoration

                Comments about Thrush Welded Muffler:

                Great price, love the sound of it!

                • Car & Truck:
                • Casual Driver

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                (72 of 119 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                5.0

                Installed on 2007 DODGE RAM 4.7L V-8

                By RECKLESS RAM

                from Denton, Maryland

                Helpful Reviewer

                Pros

                • Adds Style
                • Easy To Install
                • Great Sound
                • Increases Power
                • Lightweight
                • Low rumbling Idle
                • Throaty deep tone

                Cons

                • None

                Best Uses

                • Everyday Driving
                • Performance Driving

                Comments about Thrush Welded Muffler:

                Muffler on the 4.7 is just amazing, produced the best sound we could have imagined, exactly what we were looking for, we removed old muffler/tailpipe, and welded muffler onto 2 3/4 Y pipe, with dual exits out the sides at a 90 degree angle, with 3 1/2 inch chrome tips

                • Car & Truck:
                • Casual Driver, Truck Enthusiast

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                (86 of 140 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                4.0

                Good muffler for the value.

                By 52 Rat

                from Asheville, NC

                Verified Buyer
                Helpful Reviewer

                Pros

                • Easy To Install
                • Great Sound
                • Increases Power

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Everyday Driving
                  • Performance Driving
                  • Racing
                  • Replacement

                  Comments about Thrush Welded Muffler:

                  Overall this is a good muffler for the value. I would purchase again.

                  • Car & Truck:
                  • Auto Enthusiast, Casual Driver, Competitive Driver, Mechanic, Truck Enthusiast

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                  • Q:

                    Will this fit a 93 toyota t-100?
                    Asked on 5/4/2013 by H

                    1 answer

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                      A:

                      This Thrush Welded Muffler - part# 17656 is universal and not a direct fit for your Toyota T100. It may require customization to fit your vehicle. For any further assistance, please feel free to call us at: 1-877-238-2623 or visit the nearest Advance Auto Parts store and one of our Parts Pros will gladly assist you with any questions or concerns you may have.

                      Answered on 5/4/2013 by Vincent from AAP
                  • Q:

                    How does this product sound
                    Asked on 3/13/2013 by Zac

                    1 answer

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                      A:

                      This Thrush Welded Muffler - part# 17656 features 100 percent fully welded construction and an aluminized cover to resist corrosion. Backpressure is decreased by 30 percent over stock and they produce a deep performance tone under acceleration that quiets down while cruising. For any further assistance, please feel free to call us at: 1-877-238-2623 or visit the nearest Advance Auto Parts store and one of our Parts Pros will gladly assist you with any questions or concerns you may have.

                      Answered on 3/14/2013 by Vincent from AAP
                  • Q:

                    will it fit stock pipe on 1994 grand am
                    Asked on 12/4/2012 by furry from fleming oh

                    1 answer

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                      A:

                      No, I am sorry. The inlet and outlet diameters of the Thrush Welded Muffler - Part No. 17656 are much larger than the stock muffler on a 1994 Pontiac Grand AM L4. For a custom fit you can check the Walker Quiet-Flow SS Stainless Steel Direct-Fit Muffler - Part No. 21032. For any further assistance please feel free to call us at: 1-877-238-2623 or visit the nearest Advance Auto store and one of our representatives will gladly assist you with any questions or concerns you may have.

                      Answered on 12/5/2012 by John the Car-Doc from AAP
                  • Q:

                    will it fit my nissan maxima 1998
                    Asked on 10/19/2012 by mirza

                    1 answer

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                      A:

                      This part Thrush Welded Muffler, Part No. 17656 is universal and not a direct fit for your vehicle 1998 Nissan Maxima. This is a one size fits most, slight modification may be required.
                      For any further assistance, please feel free to call us at 1-877-238-2623 or visit your nearest Advance Auto Parts store and our representatives would be more than happy to assist you.

                      Answered on 10/19/2012 by Aaron from AAP
                  • Q:

                    will this fit a 98 3.0 v6 ranger and if so is it hard to install?
                    Asked on 10/9/2012 by L byrd from NC

                    1 answer

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                      A:

                      This Thrush Welded Muffler (Part No. 17656) is universal and not a direct fit for your 98 3.0 v6 ranger, some modifications may be required for proper installation. Installation will depend on the skill level of whoever is removing or replacing the part. Some may have a harder time than others who have experience with this type of project. For further assistance, please feel free to call us at 1-877-238-2623 or visit your nearest Advance Auto Parts store and one of our representatives would be more than happy to assist you.

                      Answered on 10/9/2012 by Steve from AAP
                  • Q:

                    Will this work with a 98 SAAB 9000 CSE Turbo 2.3L?
                    Asked on 8/7/2012 by G from United States

                    1 answer

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                      A:

                      This part Thrush Turbo Muffler, Part No. 17656 is universal and not a direct fit for your vehicle 1998 SAAB 9000 CSE Turbo 2.3L. This is a one size fits most, slight modification may be required.
                      For any further assistance, please feel free to call us at 1-877-238-2623 or visit your nearest Advance Auto Parts store and our representatives would be more than happy to assist you.

                      Answered on 8/8/2012 by Aaron from AAP
                  • Q:

                    will this fix 1999 kia
                    Asked on 6/20/2012 by Anonymous

                    1 answer

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                      A:

                      This part Thrush Welded Muffler, Part No. 17656 is universal and not a direct fit for your vehicle 1999 Kia. This is a one size fits most, slight modification may be required.
                      For any further assistance, please feel free to call us at 1-877-238-2623 or visit your nearest Advance Auto Parts store and our representatives would be more than happy to assist you.

                      Answered on 6/20/2012 by Aaron from AAP
                  • Q:

                    will this fit my 2004 xlt ranger?
                    Asked on 5/8/2012 by Anonymous

                    1 answer

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                      A:

                      This Thrush Welded Muffler(Part# 17656) is designed to fit most vehicles, but is not an exact fit for your vehicle. This is a universal, one size fits most part. The specifications are Inlet Diameter (in): 2.500 in., Outlet Diameter (in): 2.500 in., Case Length (in): 13.000 in., Overall Length (in): 19.000 in., Thickness (in):4.000 in., Width (in): 9.500 in., Outlet Style: Standard, without tip.

                      Answered on 5/11/2012 by Dennis from AAP
                  • Q:

                    will this fit my 98 volvo s70?
                    Asked on 4/17/2012 by Anonymous

                    1 answer

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                      A:

                      No, this Thrush Welded Muffler with Part# 17656 does not fit your 1998 Volvo s70.

                      Answered on 4/18/2012 by Dennis from AAP
                  • Q:

                    will this muffler fit my 1996 v6 camaro?
                    Asked on 4/2/2012 by codie from san antonio

                    1 answer

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                      A:

                      This part Thrush Welded Muffler, Part No. 17656 manufactured by Thrush is universal and not a direct fit for your vehicle 1996 Chevrolet Camaro V6. This is a one size fits most, slight modification may be required.

                      Answered on 4/2/2012 by Aaron from AAP
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