My original factory muffler was practically toast at almost 260K. It had split lengthwise along the side seam, and I temporarily had to tie it together with bailing wire just to stop the rattle and vibration.
I was planning to get the Bosal aftermarket replacement muffler but, with it being backordered on Amazon a few weeks ago, I decided to give the “Northeastern Exhaust” brand muffler a try.
2000 Toyota LandCruiser 4.7L Stainless Steel Center Exhaust Muffler [Land Cruiser] - $197.83 - https://www.upsw.com/2000-toyota-landcruiser-47l-stainless-steel-center-exhaust-muffler/
It is marketed sold by UPSW Autoparts out of New Jersey. It was advertised as stainless steel, and it was selling for a a bit less than $200. So, more than the Bosal, but still reasonable. Made in China, but that’s to be expected at this price point.
I took the chance and ordered it. It is indeed stainless steel, except for the hangers, which are zinc plated.
Has all the correct fittings for the vibration damper, etc. Looks to be an identical factory fit.
I installed it this weekend, and it bolted up without a hitch. The most difficult part was getting the old bolts off, all of which were so corroded they had to be cut or ground off. The only minor figment issue was the rear pipe, which was canted slightly upward. This meant it needed some coaxing to fully mate to the tailpipe. Otherwise, though, it seems like an almost perfect factory fit.
Here it is with the damper fitted, just prior to installation:
It is quiet! The truck’s never been so quiet! So far, so good, so I’ll see how it holds up over time, but right now I am happy with the product. Not sure if others have used this muffler before, but seems like a good alternative to Bosal for a stainless muffler.
I was planning to get the Bosal aftermarket replacement muffler but, with it being backordered on Amazon a few weeks ago, I decided to give the “Northeastern Exhaust” brand muffler a try.
2000 Toyota LandCruiser 4.7L Stainless Steel Center Exhaust Muffler [Land Cruiser] - $197.83 - https://www.upsw.com/2000-toyota-landcruiser-47l-stainless-steel-center-exhaust-muffler/
It is marketed sold by UPSW Autoparts out of New Jersey. It was advertised as stainless steel, and it was selling for a a bit less than $200. So, more than the Bosal, but still reasonable. Made in China, but that’s to be expected at this price point.
I took the chance and ordered it. It is indeed stainless steel, except for the hangers, which are zinc plated.
Has all the correct fittings for the vibration damper, etc. Looks to be an identical factory fit.
I installed it this weekend, and it bolted up without a hitch. The most difficult part was getting the old bolts off, all of which were so corroded they had to be cut or ground off. The only minor figment issue was the rear pipe, which was canted slightly upward. This meant it needed some coaxing to fully mate to the tailpipe. Otherwise, though, it seems like an almost perfect factory fit.
Here it is with the damper fitted, just prior to installation:
It is quiet! The truck’s never been so quiet! So far, so good, so I’ll see how it holds up over time, but right now I am happy with the product. Not sure if others have used this muffler before, but seems like a good alternative to Bosal for a stainless muffler.
