My '99 (2.3 SE automatic, BSR Stage 2) needs an intermediate pipe and cat back exhaust system. I had the car put up on a hoist. The stock downpipe otherwise appears to be ok.
The car has 145K miles on it. The issues I'd like some input on are:
Given that the intermediate flex pipe has gone bad, should I be expecting the forward flex pipe section of the downpipe to fail sometime in the near future? I've already decided to replace the rest of the system, just haven't accepted that I should spend the extra money to replace the downpipe assembly.
If I do replace the downpipe (it would be 3"), would it make sense to go with a 3" cat back as well? I wonder whether the gasses cool sufficiently after the converter so that the extra pipe diameter wouldn't make any difference in performance or fuel economy?
If I don't replace the downpipe, is it possible to fit a 3" cat back and intermediate pipe to the stock downpipe?
I've looked at CTI and Simmons -is there an appreciable difference between the two systems. Will they enjoy the same longevity as the stock system has?
I'd like to put an order in tomorrow. So your timely input is appreciated.
Thanks
The car has 145K miles on it. The issues I'd like some input on are:
Given that the intermediate flex pipe has gone bad, should I be expecting the forward flex pipe section of the downpipe to fail sometime in the near future? I've already decided to replace the rest of the system, just haven't accepted that I should spend the extra money to replace the downpipe assembly.
If I do replace the downpipe (it would be 3"), would it make sense to go with a 3" cat back as well? I wonder whether the gasses cool sufficiently after the converter so that the extra pipe diameter wouldn't make any difference in performance or fuel economy?
If I don't replace the downpipe, is it possible to fit a 3" cat back and intermediate pipe to the stock downpipe?
I've looked at CTI and Simmons -is there an appreciable difference between the two systems. Will they enjoy the same longevity as the stock system has?
I'd like to put an order in tomorrow. So your timely input is appreciated.
Thanks