Installing a Cat-Back Exhaust
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Installing a Cat-Back Exhaust
Saw a lower cost cat-back exhaust on ebay. On this system, the over the axle pipe and the muffler are all one piece. Can these be installed with the car up on a hoist without issue? I see a lot of the systems where the muffler is separate from the over the axle pipe.
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Never seen one come that way, makes the cost of shipping very high.
The OEM one is that way, one piece, and yes, on a lift they will come out fairly easily, you need to take the swaybar loose.
And, how much lower cost is the one you're looking at?
There are some decent ones right around the $300 mark on both ebay and amazon.
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Our dealers are factory-trained and certified by GM, equipped with the proper tools and expertise to accurately diagnose and repair your vehicle, Delling. Because of this, the dealership is your primary point of contact to help address these exhaust repairs further. For assistance with this process, please visit: https://s.chevy.com/support-requestand fill out the support request form with all pertinent details. This form helps our team gather the right information and ensures your request is routed appropriately. Your cooperation is much appreciated.
The OP isn't looking for diagnostics and repair, he's looking for a modification install.
Dealer service department would charge and arm and a leg for this compared to a muffler shop or especially a home DIY job.
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I just installed a Corsa Sport cat back. I only had a floor jack. You cannot get the old system out unless you have a hoist, as the car has to be pretty high in the air to
manipulate the old system out. In my case, I used a sawzall to cut the old system into pieces and remove it.
manipulate the old system out. In my case, I used a sawzall to cut the old system into pieces and remove it.