[E36] Aftermarket Muffler Compatibility

[Garson Sam <gksam@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Hi everybody,

I recently acquired a Remus muffler for my E36 318i.  I got it for a really
good price (used).  It is a UNIVERSAL model with dual square tips -- and
came from a 95 Acura Integra.

I brought it to a shop, and they jacked the car and we studied under the
car.  It seems the muffler won't fit!  The BMW muffler is kinked.. the
Remus is straight.. and is a little wider.
I see that on a Honda, the muffler just hangs under the car, so you can
pretty well put any muffler on it.

I was wondering if anybody has any experiences with putting such a
universal muffler in this car.  Is the E36 318 really that picky on the
dimensions of the muffler?  I believe universal mufflers come in different
sizes.. but the widths and heights only vary by about 1"...  the lenths are
usually ~14" or ~19".  I think the Remus was 19".

Thanks

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