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Old 08-15-09, 12:01 PM
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CT Popcorn sound out of exhaust

Any idea what would cause a popcorn sound out of the exhaust pipe? Car runs fine other than that!
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Rotaries run uniquely high exhaust temps. Putting popcorn in your exhaust will surely make popping sounds.

Perhaps someone was hungry and lacked a microwave?

I would check your exhaust for popcorn at once that could obstruct exhaust flow.
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I don't know whether to laugh or smack you for being a smart ***! ☺
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Pop Pop BANG FIRE!

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its caused by the fact rotary motors run quite rich the sound you are hearing is this extra fuel igniting in the exhaust. Typically called a back fire. With a free flow exhaust it would produce fireballs or flames.
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Originally Posted by jfpimp91elkland
With a free flow exhaust it would produce fireballs or flames.




I know what my first mod is gonna be!!!!
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Fireballs attract the attention of undesirables like 5-0...and that generally isnt a good thing.
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The loud exhaust note will do the same. Fireballs/flames can and should be kept to a minimum. Also with a free flow exhaust other problems will arise whether you are turbo or N/a. I know because i have both
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I <3 free flowing exhausts. I've never had any problems with either turbo or n/a. The only problem I can see "arise" is better gas mileage and helping the engine breathe better.
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If thats all it is (no cat).

I ran my 240SX with a gutted cat for 3 years..I made quite a few fire ***** my self.
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With a turbo you will most likely hit fuel cut like i am now in my TII.


With an n/a if it is S4 your 6 ports will stop working.
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Also, an exhaust leak or other introduction of oxygen into the exhaust will increase popping significantly.
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i use my exaust to roast marshmallows. rotary smores are the best!!!!
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