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Old Apr 13, 2008 | 01:05 PM
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Default Fluid dripping from muffler

I haven't' driven my JK in about 8 days. I drove it around the block today and then afterwards noted fluid (no smell or color so I presume it is water) dripping from the seam along the side of the muffler (Pic 1). As you can see from the other photo (Pic 2), it is a pretty fair amount. I have never seen this since I bought my JK 3 months ago. Any thoughts?
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Old Apr 13, 2008 | 01:25 PM
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Condensation?
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Old Apr 13, 2008 | 01:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Suffolk JK
Condensation?

Would be my guess as well. See it frequently on vehicles.
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Old Apr 13, 2008 | 02:02 PM
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Don't worry about it. The factory probably just overfilled the muffler fluid. They do that pretty often. My guess is that you took a corner or two fast or sharp enough to make it leak a little. It'll work itself out in time.
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Old Apr 13, 2008 | 02:30 PM
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Since you mentioned that, I went out to check my fluid level and can't find the dipstick anywhere. I even pulled the carpet out to see if its under there. Any ideas where to look?
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Old Apr 13, 2008 | 02:31 PM
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A guy shows concearn and people become asshats. I just don't get it.
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Old Apr 13, 2008 | 02:38 PM
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Originally Posted by flrubicon
Since you mentioned that, I went out to check my fluid level and can't find the dipstick anywhere. I even pulled the carpet out to see if its under there. Any ideas where to look?
It's factory servicable only. I know, a pain, but the fluid should last the life of your vehicle.
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Old Apr 13, 2008 | 02:39 PM
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usually caused by poor gas quality
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Old Apr 13, 2008 | 02:39 PM
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Originally Posted by Suffolk JK
A guy shows concearn and people become asshats. I just don't get it.
Who's the asshat? The question was answered already and a couple of us decided to have some fun with the question. Get a sense of humor.
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Old Apr 13, 2008 | 03:29 PM
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Originally Posted by tgrt
Don't worry about it. The factory probably just overfilled the muffler fluid.
I'm switching to synthetic, I here it will give me an extra 10HP and 3 MPG!
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