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Old 05-01-2006 | 06:40 AM
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Default Oups - I cut the wastegate->exhaust pipe!

When removing my stock exhaust a while ago I had a bit of a struggle; The pipe leading from the wastegate down to the main exhaust was stuck and, don't ask me why, I thought I could cut it off since I was sure I wouldn't have to reuse it with my new exhaust. Well, I was wrong!! I didn't cut the pipe off completely so I'm thinking I should be able to get the pipe to a welder and get it welded together? Or do you think I should rather start looking for one on ebay or something?
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Old 05-01-2006 | 07:24 AM
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just weld it. very easy
Old 05-01-2006 | 08:01 AM
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Yeah I guess that'll be easier than trying to find a replacement. Umm this exhaust bit is mild steel, right? Not like SS or anything?
Old 05-01-2006 | 08:38 AM
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I think I've got a spare if you would like me to check tonight.
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Originally Posted by por951turbo
I think I've got a spare if you would like me to check tonight.
Thanks for the offer!! Although I think I should check if I can find someone around here who can help me weld my pipe first. That'll probably be easeier than buying yours and ship it overseas.. I'll get back to you if I can't find anyone who can help me though!
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i would think it is stainless steel. otherwisit would not last as long. porsche dont use mild steel
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its best to use a TIG welder, but you can MIG or electric weld it. if you dont know how take it to a fabrication shop.
Old 05-01-2006 | 09:25 AM
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No problem. Let me know if you don't have any luck getting it welded up.
Old 05-01-2006 | 09:35 AM
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It's SS.
Old 05-01-2006 | 10:16 AM
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why would you want to reuse it if you already have an aftermarket exhaust..
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Run open dump
Old 05-01-2006 | 11:42 AM
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Originally Posted by reno808
why would you want to reuse it if you already have an aftermarket exhaust..
The aftermarket exhaust from lindsey doesn't come with that pipe - you're supposed to reuse it.. I think that's the case with most aftermarket exhausts - I just wasn't aware of that!
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Just cut it off and dump to atm.
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Haha stop it! Don't try to lure me down the dark path where you dump to atm!
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i heard that it leave a black slit all over.


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