wheelhorsekid 141 #1 Posted January 31, 2014 (edited) I love my 4 wheel horses. But my ears are ringing after I use them. I don't really want to use ear plugs every time I use one. Does anyone have a good way of quieting one down without affecting the look? Edited January 31, 2014 by wheelhorsekid Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HorseWhisperer 243 #2 Posted January 31, 2014 Huh?speak up! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wheelhorsekid 141 #3 Posted January 31, 2014 WHAT? Lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sorekiwi 761 #4 Posted January 31, 2014 What tractors are we talking about? What mufflers are you using? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HorseWhisperer 243 #5 Posted January 31, 2014 I use Hank Williams Jr and Jason Aldean piped through mp 3 headphones to quiet the rumble! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bmsgaffer 2,043 #6 Posted January 31, 2014 I am interested in this as well. Not only to keep my ears from ringing but, since I live on a smaller lot, as a courtesy to my neighbors. I want to make sure not to rob the engine of much power either... Might have to make a trip to TSC and experiment. I dont want a stack but maybe something could fit under the hood. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HorseWhisperer 243 #7 Posted January 31, 2014 The Nelson Gravely replacement muffler is great and a bargain.I have a couple.They are compact and quiet.Lemme see if I can rustle up some pics. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wheelhorsekid 141 #8 Posted January 31, 2014 I'm running a C 161 auto and 8 speed, and an Electro 12. All stock and original. Leaving my restored C 160 untouched. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
6.0 powerstroke 62 #9 Posted January 31, 2014 (edited) Napa has a decent muffler for around 40 bucks, ill see if I can find the part# 703679 like mentioned above says its for a gravely , Edited January 31, 2014 by 6.0 powerstroke 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wheel-N-It 2,968 #10 Posted January 31, 2014 The Nelson Gravely replacement muffler is great and a bargain.I have a couple.They are compact and quiet.Lemme see if I can rustle up some pics. I've heard lots of good things about this muffler also. You better address this ringing situation asap because if you don't there will come the day when the ringing does not stop, ever. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zanepetty 117 #11 Posted January 31, 2014 I bought a muffler from tsc for a cub but I was told it was probably too heave for my single cylinder Kohler so I just ordered one of those gravely mufflers. I've seen lots of guys use them. I want to put a piece of pipe over the outlet to extend it a little bit. Does anyone know the outer diameter of the outlet? I know the ID is 1 1/4.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 11,026 #12 Posted January 31, 2014 Gravely muffler https://www.bantasaw.com/catalog/viewproduct.asp?i=256&p=151 Garry Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zanepetty 117 #13 Posted January 31, 2014 Thanks Garry, but I need the OD of the outlet. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pacer 3,168 #14 Posted January 31, 2014 Thanks Garry, but I need the OD of the outlet. Inlet 1-5/16" Outlet 1-1/4" Do a search on that number on ebay and youll find dozens of offerings at a wide range of prices. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sorekiwi 761 #15 Posted January 31, 2014 In my opinion the Gravely muffler works great on the little Kohlers, but is still a little loud on the big block Kohlers. The Cub Cadet muffler of the same style (but longer) is quieter again. Quietest of all the mufflers I have tried is the Nelson that came on the B and C Series tractors as OEM. The Gravely: The Cub Cadet: 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zanepetty 117 #16 Posted January 31, 2014 Ya. Mines going on a k161 . I have the cub I'm just afraid of it being too heavy. And I see the specs on the gravely bit the OD of the outlet is not listed so I was just checking if anyone knew because I was going to get a headstart on ordering my exhaust pipe. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chazm 413 #17 Posted January 31, 2014 Zane , the gravely muffler that you ordered is designed for the tailpipe to go on the inside of the muffler outlet ( 1 1/4in ) , not over it. You need to get a piece of 1 1/4 OD straight pipe from a exhaust shop in your area. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zanepetty 117 #18 Posted January 31, 2014 Oh OK. Thanks chasm. Awesome Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brandonozz 168 #19 Posted February 1, 2014 I've heard lots of good things about this muffler also. You better address this ringing situation asap because if you don't there will come the day when the ringing does not stop, ever. Like Van said, Hearing loss in nothing to mess around with. I was not very smart when I was younger and really didn't know much about hearing loss and even what ear plugs were. I don't really think you will be able to quiet a horse down enough that hearing protection isn't needed. Sure, you may be able to tolerate the noise but that doesn't mean your hearing isn't paying a price.There are many different kind of plugs and you should be able to find some you can live with - in my line of work it isn't an option. My favorite is the simple push in as they are quick to insert. Of course, this time of the year muffs aren't bad either. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marv 919 #20 Posted February 2, 2014 Amen Van. Marvin 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,010 #21 Posted February 2, 2014 (edited) You might not find that 1 1/4 exhaust pipe. No shop near me had it. That's why I had to go with the conduit. Conduit is measured differently. If I remember right exhaust pipe is measured by o.d. while conduit is measured by I.d. Bring the muffler to a Home Cheapo or Lowes so you get the right size if you don't find it at a muffler shop. Edited February 2, 2014 by squonk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boovuc 1,090 #22 Posted February 2, 2014 Agree with all those who suggested hearing protection. At age 56, an ex radio jock and over 30 years in manufacturing plus cutting firewood, running lawn equipment, shooting guns and listening to groups from Zeppelin to Alice In Chains in my cars at unbelievable levels, I blew my ears out. I went from being an audiophile with the best audio equipment to not hearing the difference between a Pioneer receiver with Bose 901's to a portable radio's output. I use them now but the damage is done. Do what you want to limit the decibels on your tractors but do yourself and all those around you right down to the waitresses and sales clerks you'll deal with later in life..........................ALWAYS USE HEARING PROTECTION AND START USING IT NOW! 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wheel-N-It 2,968 #23 Posted February 2, 2014 Yes, this is probably some of the best advice we could give anyone here who is not aware of what loud music and loud machinery noises can do to your hearing. I have lived with ringing in my ears every day since 2005. Once the damage is done thats it, you're faced with non-stop ringing for the rest of your life. For those of you not dealing with this problem you had better get yourself ear plugs and the kind of sound supressors you wear over your ears. Wear them both together. I wish someone had warned me when I was younger. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mrmowitall 8 #24 Posted February 4, 2014 If my horse is loud , I can't hear my wife ! LOLOLOL 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jparkes43 329 #25 Posted February 4, 2014 I am interested in this as well. Not only to keep my ears from ringing but, since I live on a smaller lot, as a courtesy to my neighbors. I want to make sure not to rob the engine of much power either... Might have to make a trip to TSC and experiment. I dont want a stack but maybe something could fit under the hood. whats TSC Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
