I had a "Big Al" muffler once. Not too different from Midas. While it
seemed to work fine right around the same time the  the bucking and kicking
started of the kind that is often complained of here on the list. I did all
the things usually done to cure it along with some unusual things I tried
when I reached the end of my rope. Nothing worked.
   During all of the approx three years I had that muffler I never
associated the B&K with it but last year I replaced it with a "Genuine VW"
muffler. From that day forward there has not been so much as a hint of the
B&K.
    I can prove nothing but I am CONVINCED that the "Big Al" somehow caused
the B&K because both came and went togeather. I do not say not to go with a
Midas but if you do keep my expierence in mind if you suddenly develop a
case of the bucks and kicks. There just MIGHT be some connection.

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM]On Behalf
Of Jason Yasment
Sent: Tuesday, September 05, 2000 8:42 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: '84 Vanagon and Midas Mufflers

    Well with 2 days before departure to the VW
Reunion @ Woodstock, I lost my muffler and tailpipe.
My hanger had rusted through on the part behind the
muffler.

    Anyway to make a long story short, I am going to
Midas Muffler for an lifetime warranty replacement for
a quoted $210 incl/tax, which is including the
tailpipe and hanger.

   Any negative issues with Midas.  While I'd like to
go for an original, after I get all the parts and
swear at the rusted bolts holding the remnants of the
muffler to the cat, I really couldn't see any issues
with the deal considering the time frame.

Thanks for your time.

=====
Jason M. Yasment
'84 Westfalia
'98 Jetta TDI
List Moderator vanagon-unrestricted@egroups.com

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