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plum_sc2
09-16-2008, 01:40 PM
My 03 Vue V6 has developed a break in the exhaust at the braided section under the oil pan. The first muffler joint i took it to said that the entire pipe assembly from the manifold to that braided section would have to be replaced. That pipe section also includes a large round section that he claimed to be a converter and the parts would be several hundred dollars. I was under the car and got a good look at the braided section and i have to believe that i can get a universal flexible pipe that can be put in place on the broken one. Any and all suggestions are greatly appreciated.

FGCA_XRL
09-16-2008, 01:58 PM
You don't want that catalytic converter anyways. It robs you of power.

plum_sc2
09-16-2008, 03:28 PM
You don't want that catalytic converter anyways. It robs you of power.

i agree.......but the state of New York disagrees and if the OBD system shows signs of tampering(check engine light, etc) when i go for an inspection, i dont get the truck re-registered.

IMkenNY
09-16-2008, 10:51 PM
The replacement stainless flex connections are readily available on Ebay.