Get exhaust upgrades in Melbourne, FL from a shop that has served Brevard County drivers since 1993. Replacing your factory muffler or exhaust with an aftermarket system can give your car, truck or Jeep a deeper sound, a cleaner look at the tailpipe and freer exhaust flow. Our ASE-certified technicians install exhaust upgrades and replacement systems on cars, trucks, SUVs, Jeeps and diesel trucks. Call (321) 676-0023 or request a quote to find out what fits your vehicle.
Exhaust Upgrade Services
Most upgrades replace part of the factory system from the catalytic converter back. Common options include:
- Cat-back exhaust systems, which replace the pipes, muffler and tips behind the catalytic converter
- Axle-back exhaust systems, which replace the muffler and tips behind the rear axle
- Muffler replacement with a performance muffler
- Exhaust tip replacement in different sizes and finishes
- Exhaust upgrades for gas and diesel trucks, Jeeps and lifted 4x4s
Parts are made for specific vehicles, so tell us your year, make, model, engine and trim, and we can tell you what is available.
Exhaust and Muffler Replacement
If your factory muffler or exhaust is worn out, replacing it with an aftermarket system is a good time to upgrade. A stainless cat-back system or a performance muffler takes the place of the worn factory parts and changes the sound at the same time. Replacement systems cover the parts from the catalytic converter back, so tell us how you want the new exhaust to sound and we can recommend a system that fits.
Call (321) 676-0023 or stop by 195 Coastal Lane. Mon-Fri, 8-6.
Choosing the Right Exhaust Upgrade
A new exhaust changes how your vehicle sounds, looks and breathes. The right choice depends on what you want and how you drive.
Sound and Drone
Exhaust sound ranges from a mild rumble to a loud roar. A tone you like around town can turn into drone at highway speed, and that wears on you over a long commute. For a daily driver, a milder system or an axle-back is often the easier choice. Ask us how the options for your vehicle sound before you decide.
Trucks, Jeeps and Diesels
A lift kit, larger tires or new wheels can change the clearance around the exhaust, and tip placement matters on a lifted truck. Tell us about your whole build so the exhaust works with it, and see our lift kits and truck and Jeep accessories for the rest of the build. On a diesel, federal rules prohibit removing emissions equipment, so a legal upgrade keeps the diesel particulate filter and other emissions parts in place.
Materials for Florida’s Salt Air
Salt in the air near the Atlantic and the Indian River Lagoon speeds corrosion, and humidity keeps metal damp. Stainless steel systems resist rust better than plain or aluminized steel, which matters if you live near the beach or launch a boat often. Rinsing the underside after beach and boat ramp trips helps any exhaust last. Our car care tips cover how to wash off salt air.
Emissions, Noise and Your Warranty
Federal rules prohibit removing or disabling catalytic converters and other emissions equipment, so a legal upgrade keeps them in place. Noise limits also apply on public roads in Florida. Aftermarket parts can raise warranty questions: a manufacturer may deny a claim for damage it traces to an aftermarket part, so read your warranty terms before you modify.
How an Exhaust Upgrade Works
- Tell us your vehicle and what you want: more sound, a different look, freer flow or a mix.
- We go over the systems that fit your vehicle and how each one is likely to sound.
- You choose the system, and we give you a quote.
- Our technicians install it and check the fit before you drive away.
Have a check engine light diagnosed before an upgrade. New parts will not fix an existing problem, and a healthy engine gets the most from a new exhaust. Our engine diagnostics team can find the cause first.
Why Choose Cruisin Gold?
Melbourne-area drivers choose us for:
- Serving Brevard County since 1993
- ASE-certified technicians
- Plain-language explanations
- Work on cars, trucks, SUVs, Jeeps, diesel trucks and 4x4s
- Performance parts, lift kits, wheels and tires under one roof
- Financing through Snap Finance and the Synchrony Car Care credit card
Exhaust Upgrade Pricing
Pricing depends on:
- The type of system: cat-back, axle-back, muffler or tips
- Materials, such as stainless or aluminized steel
- Your vehicle’s year, make, model and engine
- The brand and parts you choose
- Any changes needed to fit a lifted or modified vehicle
Call (321) 676-0023 or request a quote with your vehicle information, and check our current offers and financing before you visit.
Serving Melbourne and Brevard County
Cruisin Gold installs exhaust upgrades and replacement systems for drivers in Melbourne, Palm Bay, Viera, Satellite Beach and throughout Brevard County. Visit us at 195 Coastal Lane, West Melbourne, FL 32904. We are open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and closed Saturday and Sunday. Get directions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a cat-back and an axle-back exhaust?
A cat-back system replaces everything behind the catalytic converter: the pipes, the muffler and the tips. An axle-back replaces only the parts behind the rear axle, usually the muffler and tips. A cat-back changes more of the sound and flow, while an axle-back costs less and is simpler to install.
Can you replace my factory muffler or exhaust?
Yes. We replace factory mufflers and exhaust systems with aftermarket upgrades, from a performance muffler or an axle-back to a full cat-back system. If your factory exhaust is worn out, an upgraded replacement takes the place of the worn parts and changes the sound at the same time. Tell us your vehicle, and we can tell you what fits.
Will an exhaust upgrade add horsepower?
On some vehicles it can help a little, because exhaust flows more freely, but gains vary and are often modest. Most drivers choose an upgrade for sound and looks. If power is the main goal, ask us how an exhaust works with other performance parts, such as a cold air intake.
What is exhaust drone?
Drone is a low, steady hum that some exhausts make at cruising speed, usually in a narrow rpm range. It is most noticeable on long highway drives. Some systems are built to reduce it, so tell us how much highway driving you do when you ask about options.
Is an aftermarket exhaust legal in Florida?
It can be. A legal upgrade keeps the catalytic converters and other emissions equipment in place, as federal rules require, and keeps noise within the limits for public roads. Removing emissions parts is not legal on a street vehicle. Ask us about the options for your vehicle.
Will an exhaust upgrade void my warranty?
Not automatically. A manufacturer may deny a claim for damage it traces to an aftermarket part, so read your warranty terms or ask your dealership before you modify.
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Schedule an Exhaust Upgrade Today
Talk to a local Melbourne shop about your exhaust. Call (321) 676-0023, visit 195 Coastal Lane in West Melbourne, or request a quote online to get started.
