Replacement Muffler

[simonjb]

I need to replace the rear muffler on my 1974 2002 tii. BMW no longer sells these ( per Pelican). Anyone have a view on the best alternatives ?

 

Thanks 

['76mintgrün'02]

(Ignore Pelican)

 

Blunttech appears to have the stock muffler in stock.  They have awesome customer service.

 

BluntTech Industries • REAR MUFFLER

WWW.BLUNTTECH.COM

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REAR MUFFLER

 

[1936spyder]

That looks like aftermarket Borla or Ansa. I’m assuming he’s looking for OEM Eberspacher? Stephen should be able to see current inventory in the US if not worldwide. Perhaps there is something out there hopefully…

[stephers]

Check out Rock auto as well       Got one from there  last year     

 

Thanks, Rick

[simonjb]

Yes - looking for BMW OEM

[Mike Self]

18 minutes ago, simonjb said:

Yes - looking for BMW OEM

Keep in mind that, of course, BMW didn't make their own mufflers--like many other proprietary parts, they bought 'em (made to their specs) from outside suppliers, so if you have your heart set on an OEM muffler, as has been pointed out, an Eberspacher, regardless of supplier will be the one.  And BTW the original mufflers that were made in two halves and welded together (like an 02 gas tank) didn't last very long.  They rusted out along the lower seam within a few years when used in a rainy or salt-laden climate.

 

On the other hand, the Midas (don't laugh!) muffler has been on my '73 since around 1986 or so, and the paint hasn't even all burned off it yet.  So thus far I've been denied the opportunity to visit a local Midas shop and say, "...howdy, boys..."

 

mike

[esty]

i have an oem muffler, i'll sell you

 

['76mintgrün'02]

1 hour ago, 1936spyder said:

That looks like aftermarket Borla or Ansa. I’m assuming he’s looking for OEM Eberspacher?

 

Blunttech puts "BMW" on the listings for genuine BMW parts, so I assume that's the most recent BMW offering.  I think I recall reading that Eberspacher no longer supplies them.  (IIRC, Borla does).  So, if the OP is looking for the current BMW muffler, that's probably it.  If they're looking for Eberspacher, that's probably not what it is.

[simonjb]

Thanks all. 

Here is a pic cooling off in the garage...

Edited February 10, 2023 by simonjb

[JohnS]

The Eberspacher tii ones have an oval canister and are beefy and last a really long time.  Different than the standard round canister side exit type.  Blunt will know what's currently available if you want to go the stock route.

Edited February 10, 2023 by JohnS

[popovm]

4 hours ago, stephers said:

Check out Rock auto as well       Got one from there  last year     

 

Thanks, Rick

 

Well would ya look at that. Looks like you can get a full exhaust including downpipe for $230. I didn't think to look at RockAuto. Thank ya kindly. 

1974 BMW 2002 2.0L L4 Pipe / Resonator | RockAuto

WWW.ROCKAUTO.COM

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RockAuto ships auto parts and body parts from over 300 manufacturers to customers' doors worldwide, all at warehouse prices. Easy to use parts catalog.

 

 

Looks like you can even get them at Autozone (this is for a '76). https://www.autozone.com/emission-control-and-exhaust/muffler/p/ansa-muffler-bw0247/1042471_0_0

Edited February 11, 2023 by popovm

[tech71]

Yeah, those are Anza mufflers, not original BMW.

They work in a pinch but I dont care at all for the ones I installed on my 76.

Too "rappy" like a 2 stroke, far from "throaty"

You get what you pay for with them.

I cant wait to replace at least the rear muffler with OE.

I just couldn't imagine installing Anza on any self respecting Tii😉

Might be time to check out the a BMW dealer, these guys do pretty good with online sales.

 

 

18121108739 - BMW Rear muffler. TII | BMW Northwest, Tacoma WA

PARTS.BMWNORTHWEST.COM

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Genuine BMW Part # 18121108739 (18-12-1-108-739) - Rear muffler. TII. Fits 2002tii. Ships from BMW Northwest, Tacoma WA

 

Edited February 11, 2023 by tech71

[bergie33]

Wow, this really does suck.  I was looking at $430 for the center and rear OEM mufflers a few months ago, now they are closer to $700.  That's close to stainless prices!!

[tech71]

Like Editor Mike said, Midas is an option.

Even the local Goofys Muffler shop probably has a suitable muffler and can fab/ bend up up a replacement.

Pelican is the worst "In stock! Oh, sorry"

 

Edited February 11, 2023 by tech71

[tech71]

5 hours ago, simonjb said:

Yes - looking for BMW OEM

Rear silencer 2002 USA from 1974 up you need 1 for 1 car

WWW.WALLOTHNESCH.COM

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Rear silencer 2002 USA from 1974 up you need 1 for 1 car