Replace with all stock. Vanagon exhaust have extensive problems with heat expanding causing cracks and vibration. Not one after market system, that I know of, will hold up as well as stock. Shop around and you can get a fare deal. Eric
Matt Sutton wrote: > Hi again folk, > I thought I'd try re-posting this query: I'm looking at a complete > replacement of the exhaust system on my 88 GL. The present system is > non-stock (previous owner), in pretty bad shape, and I'm trying to decide > which way to go. > I've been looking at the S&S system sold by ken Wilford and others- has > anyone been running it and have an opinion about it? I recognize the > problems of a one-piece set-up like that, but are the improved performance > claims true? > I've received a couple messages so far: Frank in canada, that stebro > system looks great, and if I had a rebuilt WBX I'd get it in a second. Right > now though I have to get what I can out of the engine before I decide > between re-build or conversion. > Thanks for any ideas, and sorry for the re-post, > Matt Sutton |
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