Date:         Tue, 14 Sep 2004 22:39:05 -0400
Reply-To:     populuxe@QWICS.COM
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Chris 90MV <populuxe@QWICS.COM>
Subject:      Re: Exhaust Pipe Question
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I have an 87' Vanagon Westfalia and the exhaust pipes are looking pretty
rusty. I just got done with a cross-country drive and you can hear there is
some sort of exhaust leak. I think it is probably time for new pipes & a
muffler. One option is to buy the complete kit for $469 and have it
installed.
Is this the best route to go or can I get a shop to bend exhaust pipes to
spec for me? My guess is this would save some money, I wanted to see if
anyone had gone down this route.
Rich
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Rich;
After just having this done I can tell you to buy the best pipes you can
find(stainless(DANSK))  I DIDN'T do this and now regret it because most of
the time and lots of money is in the removal of the exhaust bolts or
studs. The guy who removed mine (Meyer Import repair) has worked on
vanagons, buses and bugs for years and did the job with no complaints,
hesitation or fear---other muffler shops will roll their eyes or outright
refuse to work on your exhaust.  If you dont get stainless, at least get
your new pipes ceramic coated so that for years to come, you can enjoy
looking at your $800 expense as you spend time under your Vanagon.

Chris C
90 multivan,
 Wisconsin