Exhaust noise

Tiny
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  • 2001 FORD TAURUS
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
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  • 130,000 MILES
There is a loud rumble in the exhaust when I start the car ('01 Taurus SEL 130k). Then, while running, it sounds like it has aftermarket exhaust instaled to make it rumble and sound louder. Acceleration seems to lag a bit, but only a small amount. Otherwise it runs fine, just had an oil change, no leaks under or around car. Any ideas what may be causing this? Thanks.
Monday, April 25th, 2011 AT 11:10 PM

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Tiny
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So is the rumbling noise coming from the muffler area?Or in the engine compartment?
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Monday, April 25th, 2011 AT 11:27 PM
Tiny
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Thank you for the response.
The rumble comes from the muffler area - loud growl when the engine starts and then a rumble while I drive/accelerate.
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Tuesday, April 26th, 2011 AT 5:46 PM
Tiny
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So is your muffler all rotted out?Or blown out that is the most likely cause.
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Tuesday, April 26th, 2011 AT 5:50 PM
Tiny
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Thanks - I will check for rot after I get out of work.
Would you happen to know how much I can expect to pay to fix this?
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Tuesday, April 26th, 2011 AT 6:27 PM
Tiny
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Say 60?To put it on?That could be on the low side then depending what kind of muffler you want to install the mufflers are 56 and up at auto zone. If the muffler strap is rotted out it will be more for parts.
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Tuesday, April 26th, 2011 AT 6:52 PM
Tiny
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Thank you very much -I appriciate your assistance.
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Tuesday, April 26th, 2011 AT 9:22 PM
Tiny
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Your welcome thats what were here for keep me posted on what you find.
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Wednesday, April 27th, 2011 AT 12:36 AM

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