For four-wheeled automotive enthusiasts, modifying certain parts is not a new thing. One of the most popular parts to modify is the car's exhaust system.

In general, the construction of the exhaust consists of several parts, namely header or downpipe, mid-pipe, muffler, and exhaust tip. Each of these parts has its own function, one of which is the resonator that utilizes exhaust gas flow as power. Additionally, this component also plays a role in maintaining comfort inside the cabin.

Over time, many vehicle owners have made changes to their exhaust systems and replaced them with aftermarket products for various specific purposes. As a result, the exhaust system is modified to be free-flowing and 'deactivates' the resonator.

In fact, there are several effects that can arise if the exhaust is not equipped with a resonator. Now, here are the negative impacts that will occur if the car's exhaust does not have a resonator.

Louder Exhaust Sound

As previously explained, the resonator functions to dampen the sound produced by the exhaust. If this component is removed, the exhaust sound will definitely become louder. For some people, this may be a preference, but for general comfort, a loud exhaust can be noise pollution for the environment.

This will be exacerbated if the car's acceleration and RPM are high, causing the sound coming from the exhaust to increase even more. The effect is that comfort inside the cabin will decrease and can disturb the concentration of other drivers.

Impact on Fuel Consumption

The effect of a car exhaust without a resonator is also something that will be felt as detrimental because it can affect fuel consumption. If the car's exhaust is not equipped with a resonator, fuel consumption can become more wasteful. Besides for style, replacing the vehicle's exhaust system is intended to provide an increase in engine power.

As a result, when your vehicle is in a powerful condition, most drivers will continue to press the gas pedal. The effect is that fuel consumption will become wasteful. The impact of fuel usage also becomes a similar effect that arises when black smoke from the car appears due to incomplete fuel combustion.

Conversely, if the engine performance does not meet expectations and there is 'lag' at low RPM, you will inevitably compensate by pressing the gas pedal harder to increase the engine RPM. The effect is the same; your vehicle's fuel will be drained more easily.

Engine Performance Changes

One of the reasons many people remove the resonator is to achieve greater power and a more aggressive sound. However, this must be balanced with several changes in the performance sector.

If you are still using the factory standard engine but have removed the resonator function, it is feared that it will actually weaken engine power and lead to more wasteful fuel consumption.

However, if you still want to make some changes to improve your car's power, you can modify by replacing the resonator with an aftermarket product. After that, you can replace the muffler with a racing type.

It is important to remember, if you want to replace the original resonator with a custom model, make sure to choose a custom resonator with a diameter that is not too large and made of stainless steel for durability and to maintain engine performance.

So, those are some negative impacts that will arise if you make changes to the exhaust system and remove the resonator function. Indeed, in terms of appearance, sound, and vehicle performance, there will be improvements.

However, this may not be worth the discomfort it causes. Not to mention if we discuss emission test regulations in DKI Jakarta. Your vehicle may fail the emission test, and you could be fined because of it. You wouldn't want that, right?

Author: Rizkita Darajat