Butcher Posted August 23, 2014 Share Posted August 23, 2014 Little bit miffed really. Got a new exhaust (cat back) fitted at Tyrespot approx 2 years ago. And today, without warning, it's sheared right through due to corrosion around the welds on the joint at the back box. To be fair, given past experiences, I only expected a 2 year lifespan when I bought it, but still, it's a bit s**t. Anyway. Just wondering on the off chance really if anyone knows any deals on back boxes, or the best course of action - could it be re-welded? I'm a little bit worried too if I get a back box then it's just going to break on the other side of the joint on the centre section eventually. Also, is this a weak spot on the exhaust? It was snapped in the same place when I bought the car. And the Honda based Rover I had years ago suffered the exact same fate too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Butcher Posted August 23, 2014 Author Share Posted August 23, 2014 To be fair, for what the car has cost me, in total, since I bought it....I should be pinching myself. The cost of a cheap exhaust is buttons in the grand scheme of things. Just disappointing really. Was offered a stainless steel exhaust at the time, but it seems overkill - I didn't think I'd own the car that long for a start. ...it's just been so loyal, I have no reason to get rid of it! Should probably mention, it's completely standard. 1.6 SOHC Vtec. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krzys Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 Go cheap, go twice! OEM or aftermarket. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Butcher Posted August 25, 2014 Author Share Posted August 25, 2014 Go cheap, go twice! OEM or aftermarket. We live and learn! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krzys Posted August 26, 2014 Share Posted August 26, 2014 We live and learn!Yep, done a fair amount of that chap! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krzys Posted August 26, 2014 Share Posted August 26, 2014 and he's off to do the exact same thing again! You're not as cheap as you used to be, maybe it'll be better this time around? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krzys Posted August 27, 2014 Share Posted August 27, 2014 Least with my intentions it'll involve a return to the dogging woods! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krzys Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 Ceratiny got enough back for that!Would be interesting to see how the double air bed fairs in there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krzys Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 Easy.I have a regular one and a double height one! More cushion Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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