Whether you're looking to give your Jeep a deeper exhaust note or you simply need to replace your rusted out factory exhaust, installing a new exhaust kit is something most Jeep owners have considered at one point or another.
An exhaust upgrade is a relatively affordable way of giving your Jeep an engine note you can be proud of, unlock a few extra horsepower, and generally refresh the drivetrain. It’s also a great upgrade if you want to make your Jeep stand out with some cool-looking exhaust tips and mufflers.
Failure of Original Exhaust
If your Jeep is older and the exhaust system is rusted out, you might be having exhaust leaks. An exhaust leak will rob you of valuable low-end torque, which is something you want to avoid if you’re an avid off-roader. You might be also causing environmental damage and be in risk of paying a fine if the police decide to inspect your vehicle. And no one wants to be sidelined for failing a smog check.
The great thing is that you don’t have to replace your original exhaust with an aftermarket one, as there are plenty of OEM-like options you can choose from on JEGS. That way, you’re not compromising anything and you’re maintaining your Jeep’s integrity.
When designing and building a vehicle, manufacturers have to cut corners to reduce costs and make their product profitable. This sometimes means sacrificing on interior quality, but it also means using lesser materials for things like the exhaust system.
Most factory systems are made from mild steel that likes to deteriorate quick, but exhaust upgrade systems have the advantage of being constructed from aluminized or stainless steel, which is indefinitely more robust.
Wear & Tear of Original Exhaust
As exhaust components age, they start to rust. The mounting points can rust, as can the exhaust pipe itself, not to mention the catalytic converter. Quite often, the mufflers can rust from the inside out, so even though they might look pristine on the outside, they’re literally degrading on the inside. It’s a common problem when the little vent holes at the bottom plug up and don’t allow the collecting moisture to escape.
Replacing your factory exhaust system with an aftermarket one will yield a few extra horsepower and increase the amount of torque available low-down in the rev range. A free-flow exhaust system for instance allows less resistance to the gasses passing through the exhaust, easing the strain on your engine and letting it rev more freely.
You can also find high-clearance exhaust systems that offer relocated mufflers and tucked exhaust tips, giving you extra ground clearance that is extremely beneficial for off roading.
Engine Failure
If you decide to complement your exhaust system with some upgraded aftermarket headers, you’re essentially unlocking its full potential and unleashing more power, but you’re also increasing its lifespan since you’re letting it breather easier. If you’ve blown an engine in your Jeep, don’t neglect the possibility that a faulty exhaust system, whether a squashed pipe or a degraded catalytic converter, increased the backpressure and caused engine damage.
Aftermarket exhaust systems are all about flow. By using larger diameter piping, your engine can move more waste gasses through the exhaust and work a lot more efficiently. A very welcome side effect is a meaner and deeper exhaust note that stems from the better flow. You can find Jeep Wrangler exhaust upgrades as well as a Jeep Grand Cherokee exhaust upgrade at JEGS. Whether you need a full exhaust system or individual parts like headers and exhaust tips, we have what you need. Don’t wait for your factory exhaust system to completely rust and fail before you decide to replace it. Be proactive and improve your Jeep with one of the best upgrades possible today.
