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Model specific boards => Golf mk2 => Topic started by: retro_1985 on 11 April 2013, 22:13

Title: mk2 golf gti 8v exhaust
Post by: retro_1985 on 11 April 2013, 22:13

need to replace the exhaust on my mk2 gti, whats my best options, want something with a nice sound but nothing to loud and over the top, she is still pretty standard looking and dont want anything over the top sticking out the back  :whistle:

Title: Re: mk2 golf gti 8v exhaust
Post by: Sgt_Lemon on 12 April 2013, 00:44

Something I have done as I save up for a complete exhaust system was to cut out the silencers between the down pipe and back box. The centre silencer can just be removed and replaced with straight pipe while the second silencer will have to be cut and welded unless you want to bend it. Just find out the pipe diameter of your ride and buy some pipe. I think 8v is 2" standard and 16v is 2 1/2" but double check.

Title: Re: mk2 golf gti 8v exhaust
Post by: dragonfly on 12 April 2013, 16:50

A Jetex sounds quite nice and fine at motorway speeds.

Title: Re: mk2 golf gti 8v exhaust
Post by: retro_1985 on 12 April 2013, 17:16

any one know what sportex exhausts are like? how well made etc?

it seems a good price if it lasts  :whistle:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/271184719674?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

Title: Re: mk2 golf gti 8v exhaust
Post by: Sgt_Lemon on 12 April 2013, 19:25

That exhaust is 2" mild steel. Apart from the back box I reckon it won't sound much different from original. If I was spending for a new exhaust I would want stainless steel.

Title: Re: mk2 golf gti 8v exhaust
Post by: retro_1985 on 12 April 2013, 20:00

i was thinking going stainless, all comes down to cost in the end  :undecided:

found this one  :laugh:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Performance-Stainless-Scorpion-Exhaust-Volkswagen-Golf-Mk2-83-92-Half-System-/190757763242?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&fits=Model%3AGolf%7CPlat_Gen%3AMK+II&hash=item2c6a0c78aa

Title: Re: mk2 golf gti 8v exhaust
Post by: Wayne on 12 April 2013, 22:22

I would go for Jetex or Magnex, Scorpion tends to be very loud

Title: Re: mk2 golf gti 8v exhaust
Post by: ali_mk2 on 13 April 2013, 14:57

I have the sportex full system and im very happy with it. Certainly makes it a more enjoyable driving experience. Very crisp and definable exhaust note. It is pretty loud but tbh thats what i was going for. People can hear me coming a long way off and in there houses too. Can be a bit tiring on the ears on the motorway at high speeds.

One thing i would say on fitting is that i found the backbox hanger positions are a little off and subsequently had to use differnet length hangers.

Would recommend to anyone, great value for money.

Title: Re: mk2 golf gti 8v exhaust
Post by: retro_1985 on 13 April 2013, 20:57

bought a second hand stainless steel 2 box system with a twin dtm style back box for £80... looks like it should do me for a while  :laugh:

(http://i211.photobucket.com/albums/bb54/Evil_Penguin666/gtiexhaust.jpg) (http://s211.photobucket.com/user/Evil_Penguin666/media/gtiexhaust.jpg.html)

Title: Re: mk2 golf gti 8v exhaust
Post by: Dogbot on 13 April 2013, 21:05

That'll look  :sick:

Fair price tho... And it's not my car so meerely an opinion

Title: Re: mk2 golf gti 8v exhaust
Post by: retro_1985 on 14 April 2013, 16:46

all fitted, not to loud, just a nice exhaust note, should keep the neighbors happy :)

(http://i211.photobucket.com/albums/bb54/Evil_Penguin666/gtiexhaustfitted.jpg) (http://s211.photobucket.com/user/Evil_Penguin666/media/gtiexhaustfitted.jpg.html)

Title: Re: mk2 golf gti 8v exhaust
Post by: CanisLupus on 14 April 2013, 18:02

Are there any SS options for Jetta drivers? I've always considered getting a Jetex System but the only option they do have is a aluminized steel version. Not saying that it is bad and it will certainly last for a long time, but any other calls?