How Long Before Problems Occur After Stuffing a Steel Wool Ball into the Exhaust Pipe?

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PeterLee
07/29/25 3:58pm
Problems will occur after ten months of stuffing a steel wool ball into the exhaust pipe. Here is some extended information about exhaust pipes: 1. Function: The primary function of an exhaust pipe is to expel the waste gases produced by the engine. Additionally, exhaust pipes are often designed in various shapes to reduce exhaust noise and improve exhaust efficiency. Generally, high-displacement vehicles tend to have more than one exhaust pipe, as this design enhances the engine's exhaust efficiency. 2. Fuel Consumption: If the exhaust flow is too smooth, it may seem fine on the surface, but it could potentially increase fuel consumption. Moreover, whether it's one or two exhaust pipes, if one fails, both are usually replaced together. From this perspective, it's clear that more exhaust pipes aren't necessarily better.
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