Just got a new Yoshimura muffler... gasket question?

[Riker]

The current gasket has less then 1000 miles on it. Do you think I could reuse this one, or do I need to go buy a new one somewhere. I know there is a Honda gasket ( #?? ) that will work, and worst case will drive around to find one of those..Thanks!!

[Chupaca]

on the condition of your current gasket. Check threads on exhaust gaskets to get number. If possible replace it while your making the change..good luck send a pic of the pipe installed..!!

[SPYD1]

18392-mam-000 is the part number. If Hondas are in there and they look fine I wold let it go. If they are stock I would change them.

[Riker]

I am screwed now. The bolt was so rusted it snapped grrrrrrrr. What gets me is the dealer claimed they changed the gasket last time I was there. If that was the case, there is no way that bolt could have rusted shut that tight grrrrrr. I assume I have to use the exact same parts, so now I will have to order and will get a new gasket now......dang it, so much for the weekend .. and thanks for info guys !! Here is the muffler I got...loo.jpg

[Riker]

Another dumb question. This is my first time replacing a muffler . The muffler came with a separate little tube ( not sure what its called ), that slips in the end and screwed on it appears. Am I to assume it is louder without this tube, and if you put it in, it makes it quieter?

[Sny]

Yes, that's a "db killer" that will mellow it out some. Probably drop 4-8db off, which isn't a lot but it might take a bit of the harshness out.

Try it without and see what you think. Only takes a moment to put it in. Once it's in tho, it's hard to get out again (from experience).