Turbo vs n/a muffler Topic is solved

snugani · Post by **snugani** » 02 Sep 2025, 13:19

I'm looking to replace the muffler on my 96 850 turbo wagon. When I bought it, there was no muffler and it's been getting pretty annoying. It's been hard to find one specifically for the turbo, buy I have found multiple places that have the n/a muffler for somewhat cheaper. They both look the same, but the pictures aren't the best and are just stock diagram photos. Does anyone know if these are interchangeable? I would hate to buy the n/a muffler and have it not fit

Post by **abscate** » 02 Sep 2025, 15:35

I’m pretty sure the downpipes and muffler are larger diameter on the turbo models

snugani · Post by **snugani** » 02 Sep 2025, 16:48

Thanks Abscate, just placed my order for the turbo muffler. If anyone else needs, pelican parts had a few left in stock. It looks like it's been discontinued

Post by **misha** » 04 Sep 2025, 14:48

I always thought that they are the same between n/a & turbo.

At least...they look pretty much the same.

Post by **scot850** » 05 Sep 2025, 06:07

The part number on the Volvo dealer site I use lists then differently for turbo and NA cars. NA car version is still listed available.

Neil.

MarinerMan · Post by **MarinerMan** » 05 Sep 2025, 15:43

The diameter of the exhaust and angle is different. The manifold-back piping on N/A vehicles is smaller diameter. Someone is selling a used Stainless Simmons exhaust for turbos on swedespeed.