Auto Repair Shop in Wadsworth, Ohio
Exhaust, mufflers, brakes, catalytic converters and Ohio E-Check repair — done right, priced up front. We are the shop on S Lyman St that shows you the worn part and tells you whether it can wait.
218 S Lyman St, Wadsworth, OH 44281 Mon–Fri 10–5:30 · Sat 10–2
Family Owned & Operated Since 2015
Yes — you read that properly. We have been family run since day one. For over eleven years Modern Day Muffler & Brakes has served Wadsworth and the surrounding communities out of the same shop on S Lyman St.
Our customers get treated like family, which mostly means we show you the worn part, explain what it does, and tell you whether it can wait. Fast turnaround, honest pricing, quality work — that is the promise we make to every customer who walks through the door.
More on the shop and the family running it on our about us page.
- Free exhaust inspection Bring your vehicle in and we will inspect the whole exhaust system at no charge, and show you what we find.
- We beat dealer prices Ask us about our pricing on mufflers, brake jobs and exhaust repairs before you book at the dealer.
Services We Offer
Exhaust and brake work is what we do all day, every day. Starting prices are real numbers, not a range — call for an exact quote on your vehicle.
Brake Repairs
Squeaking, grinding, or a soft pedal? We diagnose and repair the whole brake system — pads, rotors, calipers, hardware and lines. Most cars are a same-day job. If your pedal has gone spongy or travels further than it used to, get it looked at before it becomes a line replacement.
Shop brake kits, pads & rotors From $399 per axle, parts & laborMuffler Replacement & Repair
A muffler that has gone loud is usually rusted through at a seam or has lost its internal baffling. We carry a wide selection of direct-fit mufflers plus universal options. Direct-fit bolts into the factory hangers and looks stock; universal is welded in and costs less. We will tell you which one your vehicle actually needs.
Shop mufflers From $89.99 installedCatalytic Converters
Converter replacement to clear a P0420 code and get you through emissions. A failed converter is often a symptom rather than the cause, so we check for the upstream misfire or oxygen-sensor fault first — replacing the cat without fixing that just kills the new one.
Shop catalytic converters From $349.99, universal fitOhio E-Check & Emissions Repair
Wadsworth sits in Medina County, an E-Check county, so emissions testing is part of getting your plates. We handle E-Check work and we repair the vehicles that fail it. Failures usually trace back to a converter, an oxygen sensor or a misfire — bring the printed failure report and we will work from the codes rather than guessing.
Shop emissions & converter cleanersFlex Pipe Repairs
Flex pipe is the braided section that lets the engine move without cracking the exhaust, and it is usually the first thing to fail on a front-wheel-drive car in an Ohio winter. Normally a same-visit fix. Symptoms are a ticking or rattling under the front of the car that gets quieter as it warms up.
Shop exhaust systems From $119.99 weldedCustom Exhaust
Full custom exhaust fabrication and performance upgrades bent on site for your vehicle — cat-back, axle-back, turbo-back, dual conversions and tip work. We stock Flowmaster, MagnaFlow, MBRP and JBA systems, and we will talk you through how each one actually sounds before anything gets cut. Not sure what fits your vehicle? Our fitment guides cover the common ones.
Shop cat-back & axle-back systemsExhaust Patches
If the rest of your system is sound, a patch on a small hole or a rusted seam will extend its life for a fraction of the cost of a new section. We only recommend it where it will actually hold — on a pipe that is rusted thin end to end, a patch is money thrown away and we will say so.
Shop complete exhaust systemsBrake Line & Fuel Line Service
Road salt kills steel lines. We repair and replace rusted or leaking brake and fuel lines, using pre-bent kits where they exist for your vehicle and fabricating where they do not. A brake line that is weeping is not a wait-and-see item; it is the one failure on the car with no backup.
Shop pre-bent brake & fuel linesGeneral Repairs & Maintenance
Oil changes, fluid service, belts, general diagnostics and most routine repair work. If it is something we do not take on, we will tell you that on the phone rather than after your car is on the lift.
Contact the shopShop the parts we fit:
Exhaust Systems
Performance Mufflers
Pre-Bent Brake & Fuel Lines
MagnaFlow
MBRP ExhaustAlso on our site:
Pricing
Straightforward pricing, no surprises. Prices below are starting rates for most cars.
| Service | Starting Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Rotors & Brake Pads | $399.00 / axle | Includes parts & labor for most cars |
| Muffler Replacement | $89.99 | Direct-fit & universal options available |
| Flex Pipe Repair | $119.99 | Welded repair or replacement |
| Catalytic Converter | $349.99 | Universal fit; vehicle-specific pricing may vary |
Prices are starting rates and may vary by vehicle. Call (330) 485-6823 for an exact quote. Supplying your own part? We stock most of what we fit — browse exhaust, mufflers and brakes.
Hours & Directions
We are on S Lyman St just south of downtown Wadsworth, a few minutes from the Route 57 and Route 224 interchange.
218 S Lyman St
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 485-6823
| Monday | 10:00 am – 5:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 10:00 am – 5:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 10:00 am – 5:30 pm |
| Thursday | 10:00 am – 5:30 pm |
| Friday | 10:00 am – 5:30 pm |
| Saturday | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Coming from Medina, take Route 57 south into Wadsworth. From Barberton or Norton, take Route 224 west to Route 57 south. The building is the brick shop signed Modern Day Motors — same location, and the photo at the top of this page is what to look for. Get driving directions.
Areas We Serve
We are a Wadsworth shop, and most of our customers drive in from within about twenty minutes.
- Wadsworth — our home city
- Rittman — 11 min via Rt 57
- Norton — 12 min via Rt 224
- Seville — 15 min, off I-76
- Medina — 16 min via Rt 57
- Copley — 16 min east
- Barberton — 18 min east
- Montrose — 19 min via Rt 18
- Fairlawn — 22 min via Rt 18
Outside these towns, or shipping a part to your own mechanic? We ship nationwide — browse the store or get in touch.
Questions We Get Asked
Do you do Ohio E-Check emissions testing?
Yes. Wadsworth is in Medina County, which is one of the seven Ohio counties where E-Check is required, so most vehicles here need to pass before they can be registered. We handle E-Check work — and if your vehicle has already failed, that is exactly the job we do every week: pull the codes, find why it failed, and fix it. A failed emissions test is very often a catalytic converter, an oxygen sensor, or a misfire, and all three are our core work. Bring us the failure report and call (330) 485-6823.
Do I need an appointment?
Walk-ins are welcome and a lot of exhaust work gets done the same day, but calling ahead on (330) 485-6823 means we can have the part on the shelf when you arrive. Brake jobs are worth booking.
How long does a muffler or flex pipe repair take?
Most muffler replacements and flex pipe repairs are done inside a couple of hours, often while you wait. Custom fabrication takes longer because it is bent to the vehicle.
Do the parts you install come with a warranty?
Parts we fit carry their manufacturer's own warranty, and it varies by brand and by part. Ask us before the work starts and we will tell you what the specific part you are getting is covered for. For a part bought from our online store, our warranty information page explains how to start a claim.
Why is my check engine light on after a new catalytic converter?
Usually because whatever killed the original converter is still there — a misfire, an oxygen sensor, or oil getting into the exhaust. That is why we diagnose upstream before quoting a converter.
Call for More Information
Free exhaust inspection, and a straight answer about what your vehicle actually needs.
