Snapper 281223BVE Muffler Question

[jamesjohnson1390]

Hi all,

I'm new to the Snapper community. I was recently given a Snapper RER. It runs beautifully and cuts grass like a dream, however the muffler seems to be a bit loud. This may seem like a dumb question, but will replacing the muffler make the engine a bit quieter? From a distance, it doesn't sound too bad, but with it right behind me, it's deafening. The mower is over 20 years old, so it may just be the way it is. Any thoughts?

 

[bertsmobile1]

mower muffles wear out faster than car mufflers but no one ever replaces them.
So yes a nice new muffler & gasket will make the mower quieter.
Check what is available for your engine and mower as all mower companies make a variety of mufflers.
Chap ones that are noisy for cheap mowers and good ones that are quiet for expensive mowers.
And remember the Magic Pudding is a childrens fiction so a quieter muffle will adsorb some energy thus you will loose a little power.

On some mufflers you can get end pieces that can be positioned so the noise annoys your neighbours more than you.

 

[slomo]

Or just use ear plugs or ear muffs when mowing, trimming or blowing. Makes for a more peaceful experience.

slomo