1991 Ford Taurus how to repair a muffler

96,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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SHAWNTAY1
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i have a 91 ford taurus and i need to repair my muffler
Feb 16, 2009 at 11:38 AM
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[quote:c74f0413f4="shawntay1"]1991 Ford Taurus 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 96,000 miles

i have a 91 ford taurus and i need to repair my muffler[/quote:c74f0413f4]


Hello,

What exactly is wrong with it?

In most cases you will need to replace it instead of repairing.

If it is just a small hole 1/2 - 3/4 inch then you can get a Muffler Repair kit from your local auto parts store.


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Feb 16, 2009 at 11:52 AM
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SHAWNTAY1
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do i have to repair the whole exhaust system or could i repair the muffler only cause the pipe are good but the muffler have a hole on the top i try muffler tape but it work for a little while then the tape come off what to do next
Feb 17, 2009 at 12:22 PM
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will a 88 ford taurus exhaust fit a 91 ford taurus?
Feb 17, 2009 at 1:59 PM
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[quote:ab80c1997a="shawntay1"]do i have to repair the whole exhaust system or could i repair the muffler only cause the pipe are good but the muffler have a hole on the top i try muffler tape but it work for a little while then the tape come off what to do next[/quote:ab80c1997a]


Hello,

Sorry for the delay in getting back to you.

You can just replace the muffler, even if it is a welded system. If it is a welded system you can just cut the pipe off about 2 - 4 inches from the muffler. And buy a the muffler and a couple clamp, you may also need a reducer or 2.

You can fix the hole as long as you can get to it to do a good repair job. Which means you may need to drop the exhaust. If the muffler tape only worked for a short time then the hole is too big and you will be better off replacing muffler. Like I said the repair kit is for small holes.

Not sure about the 88 fitting. Take a look at it and measure it in several places and if all looks good you may be able to use it.



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Feb 19, 2009 at 10:50 AM
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