So basically, my original muffler fell offmy 96 Civic EX Sedan. I had used some of that epoxy-type red tape to patch a rust hole, but that only last maybe 10 months.

So, I have a few questions:
Is it a smart idea to install the new muffler myself? I figured I can use strong clamps since I don't have a welding gun.

Where should I buy the muffler? Online I see the standard appears to be a Bosal and runs $82. http://www.autopartswarehouse.com/sk...%26+Drivetrain

Finally, is there any benefit to spending maybe 30 (random small number) bucks more and possibly getting a better muffler that will be better for gas mileage or anything beneficial? I ask because if Im going to install something brand new, it might be worth the little extra like it is usually for computer parts. Im a complete mechanics novice btw, if you havent caught that lol.

Thanks.

 

I ended up getting it done at a local shop. They had so much lower prices than the big chain stores it was suprising. For what it's worth, I watched the mechanic install it and it was remarkably simple. The whole thing took less than 30 minutes.