GolfGTIforum.co.uk

Model specific boards => Golf mk4 => Topic started by: lighters on 06 October 2013, 23:42

Title: Buying a performance exhaust.
Post by: lighters on 06 October 2013, 23:42: I know absolutely nothing about exhaust so would like if someone can point me in the right direction.

Currently have a hole in the middle section so need a replacement.

I want the best performance exhaust at the most reasonable price so bang per buck, not too loud but I dont want it silent. (Only loud when I put my foot down)

Golf mk4 gti 1.8t 150 meant to be mapped to 180 - Carbonio airfilter? and and forge 008 dv.

Currently looking at:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Sportex-VW-Golf-mk4-performance-exhaust-system-1-8T-GTi-20v-turbo-10-1997-2004-/271172204029?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item3f231f75fd

From a bit of reading the millteks sound a little too expensive and I have been told to try local and get one made up for me for a better fit but I dont want to spend too much! £200 max? but if the price is worth the performance increase then so be it.

I have heard about problems with my cat if I get a better exhaust as it may fail its mot? passed my mot 2 months ago!

Sportex seems good reading at http://uk-mkivs.net/forums/p/331665/2240348.aspx
Title: Re: Buying a performance exhaust.
Post by: barrym381 on 07 October 2013, 00:09: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VW-Golf-MK4-1-8T-Milltek-Turbo-Back-Exhaust-Decat-full-Cat-Back-/221294572230?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item33862f32c6
Title: Re: Buying a performance exhaust.
Post by: budgie on 07 October 2013, 02:34: Quote from: barrym381 on 07 October 2013, 00:09
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VW-Golf-MK4-1-8T-Milltek-Turbo-Back-Exhaust-Decat-full-Cat-Back-/221294572230?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item33862f32c6

looks the same as mine. nice note
Title: Re: Buying a performance exhaust.
Post by: westylakey on 07 October 2013, 05:49: You need a 4motion rear valance with the milltek kit though. So more money. I would get a qoute on a long life exhaust because they are just over £200.
Title: Re: Buying a performance exhaust.
Post by: davemk4 on 07 October 2013, 06:54: Either get a custom or as above miltek. I use jetex on mine quality and sound fantastic. I had a few issues with fitting rear box but id got a large bore.... 2.5" like miltek be fine. They around 270-280 tobuy
Title: Re: Buying a performance exhaust.
Post by: dom on 07 October 2013, 21:04: I love my Milltek, combined with a 3" downpipe it sounds amazing!
Title: Re: Buying a performance exhaust.
Post by: lighters on 07 October 2013, 21:46: A few local people said http://tyrespot2-px.rtrk.co.uk/car-exhausts.php were good for custom exhausts but Im not quite sure if it would be better going for a milltek jetex etc. They are a little out my price range!
Title: Re: Buying a performance exhaust.
Post by: Dalo Harkin on 08 October 2013, 13:12: I have a full turbo back Long life system, in their mid sport tone, I think its a nice note and not too overpowering.
That being said it was around the £800 mark all in
Title: Re: Buying a performance exhaust.
Post by: brewey on 08 October 2013, 16:11: What's your budget? As that's going to depend on what you can afford.
Title: Re: Buying a performance exhaust.
Post by: barrym381 on 08 October 2013, 21:53: http://www.scottishvag.net/viewtopic.php?f=209&t=113317
Title: Re: Buying a performance exhaust.
Post by: lighters on 09 October 2013, 22:28: Well i wanted to spend £200-300 but since my clutch broke - hopefully just the cable it will set me back a bit. I have the cash I just want the best bang per buck! most performance from the smallest price.
Title: Re: Buying a performance exhaust.
Post by: brewey on 09 October 2013, 23:41: Pick up a second hand milltek for inside you price range.