Car Silencer Mud: Is It Normal or Threatening?

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In summary, the mud is being used to recycle the platinum from catalytic converters in cars. It is being exported to other countries.
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Hello folks

I'm worried something wrong is going or
may be I'm way too concerned about it
as I had studied science after my 12th grade.
But People here in gulf selling car silencers
Mud. The Mud gathered in Cars silencer
filters are sold at very high prices
I have heard that the Mud or whole filter box
purchased by some locals and than
exported to Dubai from there these mud containers
are exported to Spain or Iran. There is no info regarding this Mud on the Internet that where and for what purpose they use this Mud. Heard it is used by the black world people for atomic purposes please do your searches dear members and inform about it. Is it normal or threatening to our society from gulf. Saad
 
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Can you post a link showing where you heard those things?
 
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Saad Bin Aslam said:
There is no info regarding this Mud on the Internet that where and for what purpose they use this Mud. Heard it is used by the black world people for atomic purposes please do your searches dear members and inform about it. Is it normal or threatening to our society from gulf. Saad
The catalytic converters in the exhaust systems of modern cars contain platinum, which is valuable enough (at about $1000/ounce not much less than gold) that people will recycle the converters to recover the platinum.
 
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anorlunda said:
Can you post a link showing where you heard those things?
I'm working in a country in Gulf. In the industrial area where every single maintenance workshop owner have this rumor and they sell this material very often
 
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Nugatory said:
The catalytic converters in the exhaust systems of modern cars contain platinum, which is valuable enough (at about $1000/ounce not much less than gold) that people will recycle the converters to recover the platinum.
Thanks buddy but can I believe its 100% true what you have said?
 
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Saad Bin Aslam said:
Thanks buddy but can I believe its 100% true what you have said?
It is. It's even done on a industrial level.
 
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Saad Bin Aslam said:
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What is car soils???
 
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Saad Bin Aslam said:
There is no info regarding this Mud on the Internet that where and for what purpose they use this Mud.
Look for "catalytic converter recycling".

From the video below:
The ground ceramics will be shipped to specialised mills to be reprocessed. 90% will be used to spray catalytic converters, with the remaining 10% going to medical and jewellery.

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1. Is car silencer mud a normal occurrence?

Yes, car silencer mud is a common phenomenon and can be seen on many vehicles, especially during wet or muddy conditions.

2. What exactly is car silencer mud?

Car silencer mud, also known as exhaust mud or muffler mud, is a mixture of dirt, debris, and water that accumulates on the exhaust system of a vehicle.

3. Can car silencer mud cause any damage to my vehicle?

In most cases, no. However, if the mud buildup is excessive, it can block the exhaust pipe and cause back pressure, leading to engine performance issues. It can also accelerate corrosion on the exhaust system if not cleaned regularly.

4. How can I prevent car silencer mud buildup?

The best way to prevent car silencer mud is by avoiding driving through wet or muddy terrain. You can also install a splash guard or mud flaps to minimize the amount of mud that reaches the exhaust system.

5. Is car silencer mud a threat to the environment?

In general, no. The mud is mostly made up of natural materials and does not pose a significant threat to the environment. However, if your vehicle is leaking oil or other harmful substances, it can mix with the mud and potentially harm the environment.

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