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Model specific boards => Golf mk3 => Topic started by: the dude on 07 May 2009, 19:56

Title: how easy to change an exhaust???
Post by: the dude on 07 May 2009, 19:56

hi guys, at present I have a really crappy looking exhaust, so poor it even has the word 'powerful' around the end of it!!!
Its a 1997 16V GTI.
But also, there is now a huge rust hole near the rear wheel, just after the large backbox area, which is obviously causing it to blow, can anyone tell me how easy it is to replace an exhaust without having to go to the garage to get it done, and also, can anyone link some good exhausts that are on e bay please?
I ask so many questions as this is the first car where I actually have to do things myself rather than take it to the garage and pay through the nose for it...

Title: Re: how easy to change an exhaust???
Post by: Khare on 07 May 2009, 20:03

sure it doesnt say powerflow???

Title: Re: how easy to change an exhaust???
Post by: Wayne on 07 May 2009, 20:37

Easy enough to change.

Title: Re: how easy to change an exhaust???
Post by: Len on 07 May 2009, 20:37

So what exactly do you need to replace? Just the back box?
Doubt if its Powerflow as wouldnt have thought they would rust!

If just a backbox then its easy but also replace the rubber mounts!

Title: Re: how easy to change an exhaust???
Post by: gazpowells on 07 May 2009, 20:47

as above mate, nice easy job if its only the backbox  :smiley:
full system is a little more difficult when your working on your back under the car on axle stands  :sad: 

Title: Re: how easy to change an exhaust???
Post by: the dude on 07 May 2009, 21:31

there is teh exhaust, then the large area, and then the pipe going towards the front of the car, that is the part with a great wopping hole in it, if any one can reccomend a good twin exhaust to replace it and also a simple walkthrough guide on how to replace it I would be eternally grateful. :wink: :cool:

Title: Re: how easy to change an exhaust???
Post by: gazpowells on 07 May 2009, 21:37

sounds like you need a full system mate  :sad:

are you after a standard replacement or stainless exhaust?

Title: Re: how easy to change an exhaust???
Post by: the dude on 07 May 2009, 22:19

Quote from: gazpowells on 07 May 2009, 21:37

sounds like you need a full system mate  :sad:

are you after a standard replacement or stainless exhaust?

not too bothered really, just want to make it safe in the first instance, although the stainless ones do look pretty nice on some of the pictures from guys here. what sort of cost do you imagine?

Title: Re: how easy to change an exhaust???
Post by: AudiA8Quattro on 08 May 2009, 00:07

Its not an easy job to replace an exhaust at home. The reason being all the fixing are usually totally rotten, so prove a real pain to remove.
Garages don't usually charge a lot to remove/fit one.

Title: Re: how easy to change an exhaust???
Post by: gazpowells on 08 May 2009, 07:52

A good stainless Is about £300/£400 but will last a life time :smiley:
Don't know how much standard would be.
Have a look at GSF and euro car parts

Title: Re: how easy to change an exhaust???
Post by: the dude on 08 May 2009, 11:07

cool, thnks guiys, its in for a service next Tuesday so will have a chat with them then,
Dont really want to spend too much on it, as looking to sell and get a MK5 next year.