Anyone painted/obscured the M2C exhaust muffler ?

doughboy · 08-23-2019, 04:12 PM

Matte black is the blackest black by definition as it doesn't reflect any light so it seems more "invisible" under the car.

If you add any satin or shine finish it will stand out big time I think.

Kattanah · 08-25-2019, 01:22 AM

Love the result.... I sanded it with a 400 grit paper, and painted it with grill paint in black

cb804 · 09-23-2019, 06:42 AM

Just bumping up this thread, how's everyone's painted muffler holding up?

Kattanah · 09-23-2019, 07:17 AM

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Originally Posted by cb804

Just bumping up this thread, how's everyone's painted muffler holding up?

Still looks OEM to me

ChrisK · 09-23-2019, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by cb804

Just bumping up this thread, how's everyone's painted muffler holding up?

Still looks perfect!

1mm2 · 09-23-2019, 01:46 PM

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Originally Posted by ChrisK

Still looks perfect!

Yeah but how about the sound?

ChrisK · 09-23-2019, 01:48 PM

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Originally Posted by 1mm2

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Originally Posted by ChrisK

Still looks perfect!

Yeah but how about the sound?

The sound didn't change, but it added 10hp :Lol:

1mm2 · 09-23-2019, 02:05 PM

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Originally Posted by ChrisK

The sound didn't change, but it added 10hp :Lol:

Wait till you upgrade your start/stop button...

ChrisK · 09-23-2019, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by 1mm2

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Originally Posted by ChrisK

The sound didn't change, but it added 10hp :Lol:

Wait till you upgrade your start/stop button...

Came with an upgrade. It's red.

m20e3087 · 09-24-2019, 10:52 AM

Will have to touch up to this weekend.

Daytona_550 · 11-14-2019, 10:49 AM

I have the muffler paint job on my to-do list. Did you guys follow the VHT "curing procedure", or nah?

From https://www.vhtpaint.com/high-heat/v...eproof-coating

"Curing FLAMEPROOF™
VHT FLAMEPROOF™ Coating only attains its unique properties after correct curing (refer to instructions on the can).
On the Vehicle
Paint must be completely dry before curing
Run at idle for 10 minutes
Cool for 20 minutes
Run at idle for 20 minutes
Cool for 20 minute
Run under normal operating conditions for 30 minutes"

ChrisK · 11-14-2019, 05:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Daytona_550

I have the muffler paint job on my to-do list. Did you guys follow the VHT "curing procedure", or nah?

From https://www.vhtpaint.com/high-heat/v...eproof-coating

"Curing FLAMEPROOF™
VHT FLAMEPROOF™ Coating only attains its unique properties after correct curing (refer to instructions on the can).
On the Vehicle
Paint must be completely dry before curing
Run at idle for 10 minutes
Cool for 20 minutes
Run at idle for 20 minutes
Cool for 20 minute
Run under normal operating conditions for 30 minutes"

Thermal cycling is an important part of adhesion. I followed the procedure on the can. So far so good!

chiefsubjugator · 11-14-2019, 10:49 PM

Question for those of you who took the exhaust off, did you replace the gaskets that sit between the halves of the exhaust?

doughboy · 11-15-2019, 02:02 AM

The one at the downpipe joint up front?

You are supposed to as they are single use crush gaskets, but many don't.

It depends if you think it will be untouched again for a long time then maybe better to change it. If you'll have the system off again soon maybe wait?

JonD · 11-15-2019, 02:30 AM

Those that have painted with the likes of VHT, how is it holding up now it’s been on a while?

ChrisK · 11-15-2019, 03:38 AM

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Originally Posted by JonD

Those that have painted with the likes of VHT, how is it holding up now it's been on a while?

Still good here, no issues.

chiefsubjugator · 11-15-2019, 03:17 PM

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Originally Posted by doughboy

The one at the downpipe joint up front?

You are supposed to as they are single use crush gaskets, but many don't.

It depends if you think it will be untouched again for a long time then maybe better to change it. If you'll have the system off again soon maybe wait?

Yeah I saw the instructions say to replace it. I'm not planning anything for the exhaust other than the paint so I'll pick up a pair for peace of mind. Thanks!

TheRealOrosie · 11-18-2019, 11:43 AM

No full diaper here, black or not.

infinitekidM2C · 11-18-2019, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by TheRealOrosie

No full diaper here, black or not.

Looks really good but but but:

Too expensive
No real performance gains
Very easy and cheap to just paint.

TheRealOrosie · 11-18-2019, 12:04 PM

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Originally Posted by infinitekidM2C

Looks really good but but but:

Too expensive
No real performance gains
Very easy and cheap to just paint.

Got a great deal, sounds way better than stock, and I am sorry, painting the diaper black is like putting a silk hat on a pig, just my opinion.

infinitekidM2C · 11-18-2019, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by TheRealOrosie

Got a great deal, sounds way better than stock, and I am sorry, painting the diaper black is like putting a silk hat on a pig, just my opinion.

Great. Nah i've seen it painted, and it's like the damn thing disappeared.

TheRealOrosie · 11-18-2019, 12:07 PM

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Originally Posted by infinitekidM2C

Great. Nah i've seen it painted, and it's like the damn thing disappeared.

To each his own.

Cheers

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