Music to Your Ears- The Ford Magnaflow Muffler

So you’re ready to up the performance of your Ford with an aftermarket exhaust system, and you’re already imagining the throaty growl of your new muffler. You’ve done some research and shopping around and decided to go with a Ford Magnaflow exhaust system. But which muffler will give you the best sound? Is there a difference? Sure there is. Magnaflow mufflers come in different shapes, sizes, and materials, such as stainless or aluminized steel, so there is a difference. But how much does it affect the sound of your muffler?

Muffler Style and Sound

There are three basic stylistic differences between the various Magnaflow mufflers available for your Ford. Let’s take a look at each, and the effects they may or may not have on your muffler sound.

Shape: Depending on the particular fitting requirements of your vehicle, your Ford Magnaflow muffler may be round or oval shaped. Between the two, there is absolutely no difference in engine performance or sound. The only decision to be made here is which shape fits your Ford better.

Material: You will have a choice between getting a stainless steel or aluminized steel muffler. Both styles offer identical internal construction, and despite the name difference, both are internally constructed from stainless steel. That material difference is purely in the outer shell. Stainless steel mufflers are the more expensive of the two options, but the stainless steel shells retain their appearance longer and are more durable than the aluminized steel shells. Performance wise, the two muffler styles are identical, offering high-flow engine performance. The sound is not affected one way or another by the muffler shell material either, so your main consideration here is whether you are willing to spend a little more for a longer lasting appearance, or just do a bit more material upkeep.

Size: The size is what will really determine a difference in sound. The basic rule is amazingly simple: the smaller the muffler, the bigger the sound.

The Sound Of Music

All Magnaflow mufflers give your engine a smooth, sophisticated growl which is more aggressive during acceleration. Check out all the Magnaflow exhaust system and muffler options for your Ford at the Auto Parts Network. And let your engine sing.