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Old 06-15-2006, 02:22 PM
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Default RE: Exhaust Deflector options

While a 2 stroke may be sensitive to back pressure and reverse waves etc, the four strokes are nearly immune to reasonable changes in the exhaust system. I doubt the power loss here is cause for concern. We usually use the wire trick already mentioned above.Pretty simple and no modifications are required. Two or three turns around the extension then a twisted section going forward, usually to the muffler front. Wrap a turn or two around the front and finish with another short twist. ....... A dash of Horseradish and a sprig of..... Ooooops a different recipe
ORIGINAL: DarZeelon

Travis,


I have seen the mere installation of a Hobbico exhaust deflector, reduced the RPM of a muffler equipped MVVS .49, by over 1,000.

I cannot guess what it would do to your engine...


Using 1-2 zip ties on the channeled end, tightened firmly around the muffler outlet stack, will keep it from being blown off.
Edited corrections thanks to my personal proof reader, general fault-finder and pretty much perfect person, Dar. Thank you Dar for being there!
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