How To Fix A Hole In Your Muffler Cheap

[@namenotshown9277]

aluminium fly screen mesh is better for strengthening, you can also do same with silicone caulk, most silicones go up to about 300degC, but there are some higher temp ones, or you can mix in copper powder to normal silicone to increase its temp resistance.

[@BillOfAllTrades2016]

Excellent tip. Thanks for sharing. And thanks for watching. Please like and subscribe

[@Mreddiet20]

Can’t thank you enough for this video, I had a 3” portion all along the seam, baffles completely exposed $13 and 15 minutes my car is silent, I used a aluminum lasagna pan inside and out , that stuff is amazing thanks again

[@BillOfAllTrades2016]

Glad I could help. Love the lasagna pan idea. Good food and a good fix. Thanks for sharing. Please like and subscribe

[@Jay_kaying]

Rutland Furnace Cement would probably work better as it's designed to adhere to metal.

[@BillOfAllTrades2016]

I will have to try to remember that. I put a new resonator on but if it sprouts a hole I will try that. Thanks for the tip. Please like and subscribe

[@maxwellhouse1902]

If the mortar doesn't require air to cure, I've used Saran wrap over the epoxy patches I do on whitewater canoes to smooth things out and then tape it down with 12 strips of duct tape; one at each position on an analog clock face. Pulling slightly on the wrap with each succeeding piece of tape so the wrinkles don't become an issue and the Saran Wrap doesn't tear. I start with the 12/3/6/9 o'clock positions and then add the other 8 pieces. Then one of the small foam rollers the hardware stores sell can be lightly rolled over the the repair from the center and out radially to work the air bubbles out of the laminate. Then you CAN go to the auto show...... I've yet to have the Saran Wrap stick to any repair which makes me wonder how it sticks to pots and pans......lol. Not everybody has a roll of style 285 Kevlar cloth in their shop, but I'v had really good luck repairing the Stainless steel muffler and resonator on my 2000 Tundra truck. Even after 23 years of road salt, even the SS units eventually fail at the seam. I used the high heat JB weld and although it's pretty viscous for saturating aramid fibers, I was able to work it in 4 layers of Kevlar making 4 strips the full lenth of the seam ( eventually what's still intact will fail down the road) starting with a 4" wide piece followed by a 3", 2", and a 1" piece laminated on a slightly larger piece of Saran Wrap and then you have a fairly clean method of slapping on the entire repair after you wet out the muffler side. Slap the patch on the muffler and tape it down, roll out the air and wipe off the excess goo that passes out the edges of the plastic wrap. I've tried the Kevlar "felt" material canoe dealers sell for grunch pads on the ends of their whitewater canoes, but it soaks up a lot of resin and the kevlar cloth is stronger and heck, if it can tolerate the re-entry temps on the hulls on the space flights, I'm sure it will tolerate the exhaust temps of most non-turbo vehicles. My first repair lasted a year and a half and getting ready to redo it before winter decides it's time to head our way....I do like your "quick and dirty " repair" and the price IS RIGHT. Thanks for posting.

[@nebhosspin1252]

Thanks. I will try this product.

[@BillOfAllTrades2016]

Excellent. Definitely worth it. Thanks for watching. Please like and subscribe.

[@raypalermo1603]

I have two chevy equinoxes with the same split in the seam like you have .I think I will try that stuff.

[@BillOfAllTrades2016]

Seems like that’s where they all split.

[@lindsaycarr4354]

Me too!

[@BillOfAllTrades2016]

I will be replacing this resonator portion of the exhaust in a future video. Please like and subscribe to stay tuned. It’s easier than you think. Thanks for watching

[@rayshobbyfarm.1019]

Nice idea 👍 Guess that stuff for "stove and fireplace" is a lot cheaper then anything from a car shop?? But why the tin foil? Didn't get that part. I'll guess I would have gone for a little piece of mesh to give it structure, but I never did a repair like this yet. ( need to soon though...)

[@BillOfAllTrades2016]

The foil was a cheap reinforcement because the mortar gets brittle over time and splits again. I did not have any mesh on me but that would be more durable and long lasting. Thanks for the tip. And thanks for watching. Please like and subscribe

[@ashfaqjuna]

Sounds good 👍 now. Great result

[@BillOfAllTrades2016]

Definitely kept it quiet for a bit. The patch in this video only lasted 4 months though. I just replaced the resonator and pipe a couple weeks ago. Thanks for watching. Please like and subscribe

[@koollee]

Love it. My Rv muffler exploded earlier this yr due to a flooding carburetor.. i took 2 smaller load straps just to ratchet it back into shape.. then welded it as best i cud in the very tight spot. Had little clearance for welding unless i was to remove the drive shaft. It actually sound real good (nice mean sound like these new muscle cars) .. but i want it a little quieter (it used to be considerably quiet for a 454 big block Chevy with dual exhaust.. just 1 exploded. So now this remedy you used seems pretty clever. I think ill try it, but leave a slight crack, open spot Haha... so it still sounds a little mean, and when cool air goes into a cracked muffler u get some popping upon decelleration lol

[@BillOfAllTrades2016]

@koollee I’m glad you found this video. I think leaving a small gap is a great idea to showcase the 454 big block in all is glory. Enjoy the sound. Thanks for watching. Please like and subscribe

[@Saint696Anger]

Im going to use rustland cement with insulation and a screen mesh, that walker exhaust cement doesn't hold up

[@BillOfAllTrades2016]

Any cement or patch is only temporary. I found personally the best bet on this particular vehicle (2017 equinox) that it was just easier to cut out this section and install a new section. Hope your patch holds better than mine did. Thanks for watching. Please like and subscribe

[@raypalermo1603]

Should I use heavy duty Reynolds wrap or regular.

[@BillOfAllTrades2016]

I just used regular.

[@Brian_Buckley]

Where the heck was this a month an a half ago? hahah! my '16 had the same split and i used high temp JB Weld Epoxy. it worked for a few days! hahah!....gonna have to go back and try this! thanks again BB gun!!!!

[@BillOfAllTrades2016]

This is my first day with it on. I’ll have to update as time goes on. It was a suggestion from a viewer. Thanks for watching. Please like and subscribe. Ps how do you know I go by bbgun?

[@weezking]

@BillOfAllTrades2016 Hey 👋 how well did this hold up ? I have the same problem with my Terrain. I passed emissions surprisingly, but failed my safety because the tech can feel exhaust coming out .

[@BillOfAllTrades2016]

It’s only been on for two weeks but holding up nicely. Looks bubbly but the hole is still filled and hard as a rock. This will definitely hold for you to pass safety. Thanks for watching. Please like and subscribe

[@stevef6857]

I'm going to try this and painting it with rustoleum after for some added protection. We'll see how it goes.

[@BillOfAllTrades2016]

Are you planning to use high heat paint?

[@ralphwhitaker8761]

Can I use that same procedure to merge the pipes together if broken? Thanks

[@BillOfAllTrades2016]

If you are merging two pipes together I would suggest a wide band clamp. Please refer to this video to see the clamps I’m referring to and how to install them: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y4bCp6BtpZZ8atk Thanks for watching. Please like and subscribe

[@steven4894]

Good job! 👍Thanks for the video.

[@BillOfAllTrades2016]

You’re welcome. And thanks for watching. Please like and subscribe

[@massivedzines5688]

Thank you! Is this a Malibu by any chance?

[@BillOfAllTrades2016]

You’re welcome. Actually It’s a 2017 equinox. Thanks for watching. Please like and subscribe

[@canuckfixit7722]

So the Spider Patch product didn't last. How about this patch?

[@BillOfAllTrades2016]

This patch has been on 2 months. This was a much larger hole. It is holding strong still. Thanks for watching. Please like and subscribe

[@robichaudallard9983]

I will give this a try! Did the Spider Patch too and just didn't hold...

[@BillOfAllTrades2016]

Ya spider patch sucks. So far so good on this new method. Thanks for watching. Please like and subscribe

[@mkim269]

Hi I have a ? Something under my car is make a loud noise at first I was literally noise but know it’s a loud noise what wrong

[@BillOfAllTrades2016]

If you are looking to get an online diagnosis you need to be far more specific than that. Literally every component under your vehicle makes a noise… and when any component fails usually the noise gets louder as it worsens. Describe the noise please in detail. What year make and model is the vehicle, when is the noise occurring. Always? Only at certain speeds? I’m gonna assume it’s an exhaust noise because you are commenting on an exhaust video but I have literally no information to go on here. Have you got under the car to look at where the noise could be coming from? Even if you diagnose it as exhaust noise it could be a hole in the muffler, hole in the resonator, hole in the pipe. Could be a cracked manifold. Maybe someone stole your catalytic converter.

[@brewcology]

Like a million bucks worth good job😮😃

[@BillOfAllTrades2016]

Thanks for the feedback. Please like and subscribe

[@Dracbrewer]

How long will this last due to vibrations and wet rains?

[@BillOfAllTrades2016]

So far it has lasted me 36 days. Multiple torrential downpours at night followed by extreme heat during the day. I’ve driven about 500 km so far since this fix and all is well still. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching. Please like and subscribe

[@Dracbrewer]

@@BillOfAllTrades2016 Yes it helps. Thank You for replying.

[@BillOfAllTrades2016]

youre welcome

[@graysonquenelle]

@@BillOfAllTrades2016 working still??

[@BillOfAllTrades2016]

It lasted 4 months before blowing out. I actually just replaced this portion of the exhaust a few weeks ago. Patches are only temporary. Full replacement is the only real fix. Thanks for watching. Please like and subscribe

[@heklik]

What's a mortar ?

[@BillOfAllTrades2016]

It’s an adhesive for bricks. It’s the grey stuff you see between bricks. Thanks for watching. Please like and subscribe

[@liotcik]

how long it will last?

[@BillOfAllTrades2016]

About 4 months. Thanks for watching. Please like and subscribe

[@brandonpausta2206]

could have done it for 5.99!!!😂😂but the way you did it probably will last longer😂

[@BillOfAllTrades2016]

Is that USD because here in Canada the prices on most goods are jacked way up😅🤑. Also what’s your method? Thanks for watching. Please like and subscribe

[@cbozz7063]

SO HOW DID IT HOLD UP?

[@BillOfAllTrades2016]

It held for almost 4 months. I replaced the resonator and pipe shown in the video last week. Patching (regardless of method or brand) is only temporary. Replacement is the only permanent solution. Thanks for watching. Please like and subscribe

[@Ali-uv3dz]

And its melted after pair week😁

[@BillOfAllTrades2016]

It actually lasted for about 4 months. A bit pointless to some people but it’s good for those who just need to make their car last til the next paycheck.

[@yohinessblack65]

It’s still to loud 😂

[@BillOfAllTrades2016]

Not as loud as before.

[@gh1469]

New muffler ??? 😂😂😂

[@BillOfAllTrades2016]

Not everyone has the money for a new muffler. $11 to fix a hole vs hundreds to replace it. $100 for a new muffler plus labor. Thanks for watching.

[@ashfaqjuna]

@@BillOfAllTrades2016 if it works as a fix, why not :) $11 Vs $100+ is a big difference

[@BillOfAllTrades2016]

Yes you are correct. And I did end up replacing this resonator and it cost $200 for the resonator and clamps. Plus $50 for tools. So $11 is definitely a cheaper route. Thanks for watching. Please like and subscribe