Borlas -junk
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Borlas -junk
I have the Borla cat-back duals for about 3 years now, last week one pipe looked to be hanging down so I went to the place where I bought them. Once on the lift, there was a crack about an inch behind the clamps on both pipes. One had already failed and the other was close to failure. The shop said that was common on Borlas and that they arent that well built like they are priced. Since Borla is liftetime warranty, I just had to pay for the repair $45.
just passing on. apparently Corsa, tri-flow and BBs are suppose to be stronger.
Good luck
just passing on. apparently Corsa, tri-flow and BBs are suppose to be stronger.
Good luck
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Hmmmmm
Had Borlas on my '99 since new (late '98) and have not seen this.
Many members have Borlas - interesting to see what they say - could be the installer caused the issue.
Had Borlas on my '99 since new (late '98) and have not seen this.
Many members have Borlas - interesting to see what they say - could be the installer caused the issue.
Last edited by AC54ME; Oct 24, 2007 at 09:13 AM.
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Same thing happened to my Bullets....Just hit it with a spot weld at work and good as new...no need to send these things back....thats what spot welders are for!
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I have the Borla cat-back duals for about 3 years now, last week one pipe looked to be hanging down so I went to the place where I bought them. Once on the lift, there was a crack about an inch behind the clamps on both pipes. One had already failed and the other was close to failure. The shop said that was common on Borlas and that they arent that well built like they are priced. Since Borla is liftetime warranty, I just had to pay for the repair $45.
just passing on. apparently Corsa, tri-flow and BBs are suppose to be stronger.
Good luck
just passing on. apparently Corsa, tri-flow and BBs are suppose to be stronger.
Good luck
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Hi towercontroller -
It is not unheard of to have a tab break off of an aftermarket catback - but it is usally a very inexpensive fix.
I did not understand your having to pay $45 if the catback had a lifetime warranty. Shouldn't they have covered the cost of the repair?
$45 is not worth quibbling about - and that may have been your point - I just could not tell from your post.
For the record - I have Z06 Ti catbacks on both of my cars.
best regards
mqqn
It is not unheard of to have a tab break off of an aftermarket catback - but it is usally a very inexpensive fix.
I did not understand your having to pay $45 if the catback had a lifetime warranty. Shouldn't they have covered the cost of the repair?
$45 is not worth quibbling about - and that may have been your point - I just could not tell from your post.
For the record - I have Z06 Ti catbacks on both of my cars.
best regards
mqqn
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not only do they have a life time warranty but they are one of the few made with 303 stainless steel! Not to mention look at the welding EXCELLENT craftsmanship! Ive had stingers before and I loved them. They arent going on the vette cuz I dont really want it loud.
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Borla produces junk 
. Now I have heard everything. Someone needs to tell Lou @ LG Motorsports so he can stop them from producing his headers.......
. Now I have heard everything. Someone needs to tell Lou @ LG Motorsports so he can stop them from producing his headers.......
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For the guy that said Borla's are junk. I don't think you really thought about your statement before you made it. Borla products are one of the finest made, use specific products, as far as exhaust is concerned. Welds are top quality. Materials used, are the best for the application. I run Kooks LTs on my car and I love them so this is not an endorsement of the following product. But Borla makes LG headers by contract. I know they are one of the highest quality headers produced. I don't think many folks would argue over that. I still do not understand the post. If you have a lifetime warranty why would you spend the money to repair it? Did you contact Borla and let them know what’s going on so they can take care of it, or tighten up their quality control program or get rid of a fabricator/welder that doesn't care about the quality of his or her work. 
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I've heard numerous reports of Corsa exhausts cracking. never heard of a problem with Borla. I have them on my car and even though I Can't compare to any other aftermarket options the build quality appears excellent. I don't regret the purchase for a second.
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Perhaps you just got that one bad set. Haven't heard of any problems with the Borlas.