Will my new super LOUD muffler contribute to hearing loss over time?
Drew S asked:
Today I just purchased a new cherry popper exhaust system for my 1995 jeep wrangler and it is extremely loud (which is why i got it). Anyways, i just got home and I am hearing a high pitched ringing in my ears. My soft top doesn’t drown out the noise at all. Over time will i start to lose my hearing? If so how can this be avoided?
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Today I just purchased a new cherry popper exhaust system for my 1995 jeep wrangler and it is extremely loud (which is why i got it). Anyways, i just got home and I am hearing a high pitched ringing in my ears. My soft top doesn’t drown out the noise at all. Over time will i start to lose my hearing? If so how can this be avoided?
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July 13th, 2009 at 7:54 pm
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July 14th, 2009 at 6:10 am
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July 14th, 2009 at 6:37 pm
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Getting a muffler that isn’t so loud. Either that or buy some earplugs.
July 16th, 2009 at 5:21 pm
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July 18th, 2009 at 1:34 pm
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No, but it will contribute to your inability to meet women!
July 18th, 2009 at 2:31 pm
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Probably… this happens to me all the time, then in the morning i feel fine. If it is thaqt bad then it will probably start to feel better within days.
July 18th, 2009 at 2:54 pm
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Mabye. it depends how much exposure to high noise you get
my advice? ask a doctor
July 21st, 2009 at 6:18 pm
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Over time you will lose your hearing. you can use earplugs which will help. Also people aren’t exactly going to want to ride in your jeep as much with the noise. Cops will give you tickets because if the muffler makes your ears ring it is louder than the laws allow.
July 24th, 2009 at 10:19 am
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i don’t think it is that big of a deal. worry about your ipod, if you are concerned about hearing loss
July 25th, 2009 at 1:14 am
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Your hearing is already being destroyed. Your high pitch goes first and it will continue down range. Once gone, gone.
Hope what you paid for this muffler is worth the loss of your ability to hear. ‘Bet you go to rock concerts too.
You sound like that kind of testosterone driven guy.
July 25th, 2009 at 9:28 pm
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Exposure to ANYTHING that is super loud, even once, can lead to hearing loss. i.e. a cherry bomb. Constant exposure is worse. The only was to avoid hearing damage is to get rid of the source…sorry.
July 27th, 2009 at 5:14 am
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Long or repeated exposure to sounds at or above 85 decibels can cause hearing loss.
Also, having a loud muffler can be against the law.
“No person shall modify the muffler or exhaust system of a motor vehicle in a manner which will amplify or increase the noise emitted by the motor or exhaust system of such vehicle above that emitted by the muffler or exhaust system originally installed on the vehicle and such original muffler…”
July 27th, 2009 at 11:29 am
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You wasted perfectly good money. You are now guilty of contributing to NOISE POLLUTION! Shame on you.
And yes, driving that noise maker will contribute to hearing loss, especially if you have one of those obnoxious massive sub-woofers in the back blasting your noise passing for music and further contributing to noise pollution.
Just junk it and put a regular NOISE REDUCING exhaust system. Your neighbors will be very thankful.
July 30th, 2009 at 1:47 pm
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yes, most likely.. if it’s loud enough to make your ears go ringing afterwards, I think eventually, it will cause long term problems.
what you should do, i think, is to avoid it as much as possible.
if avoiding is not possible, i think (my opinion), maybe you should get some noise canceling earphones (or earplugs) and wear those when in the car. however, this can be dangerous because it could distract you from your driving – so only wear them when you are the passenger, not driver.
July 31st, 2009 at 12:38 pm
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Well , thats for sure.
Maybe u already started losing your hearings , u will notice people talking quietly , everybody except u believe that the volume of the T.V is too up.
August 1st, 2009 at 7:14 am
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Any loud noises including loud music that causes ringing in your ears will probably cause ear damage. I know you don’t want to remove the muffler so I won’t suggest this (although this would be the most effective way to deal with it.) You should not wear earplugs while driving because it eliminates your ability to hear sirens and other warning signs that an accident might be pending. Perhaps some cotton that still allows you to hear a bit. Although I doubt you would be able to hear sirens with a muffler that loud. Pull them out if you’re stopped by police as they might view this as impaired driving ability. Hopes this helps.
August 3rd, 2009 at 3:55 pm
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Lose your hearing? haha…you’re funny. I hope you realize that if it’s that loud, you can get a ticket for an altered muffler. And as far as riding around with a loud muffler, chicks will think you’re looking for attention. Most guys that look for attention are lacking in other places.
August 6th, 2009 at 2:42 pm
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Read this eye opening article on how constant noise (such as driving in a vehicle with a loud muffler) can negatively affect your hearing. The article is more about occupational hazards, but can be applied to daily exposure too. To avoid hearing loss, wear ear protection when in an environment where there is loud noise. You may also want to wear a flack jacket to absorb some of the bullets that your neighbors fire at your Jeep as you pass their house.
August 7th, 2009 at 12:26 pm
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Yes indeed the ringing in your ears ,is your ears defense mechanism Waring you that You are exceeding your ears decibels limit over long exposed listening to that loud noise sure as hell will Damage your ears.Can you hear me lol lol.The solution would get yourself some good noise canceling ear muffs.