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Old Oct 15, 2016 | 11:35 AM
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Can anyone recommend a shop in the Chicago area to have a Borla x pipe 60547 installed?
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Make sure they don't use any welding on it. If they do run for the exit!

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Make sure they don't use any welding on it. If they do run for the exit!
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Just an FYI: I installed a cat-back system in my garage using just ramps. The mufflers were the most difficult as the rear valance has to be removed, but the actual X pipe installation was very easy.
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Originally Posted by joemessman
Make sure they don't use any welding on it. If they do run for the exit!
Why not weld? Wouldn't that be better?
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Its a complete bolt on, easy off, easy on just like the factory xpipe. Do it yourself.
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Originally Posted by KratosBear
Why not weld? Wouldn't that be better?
You do not need to weld it because it bolts on and off. You may want to change back or do something else in the future. And if you have access to a lift, or a way to get under the car it is easy to do yourself. I did it myself and I can barely screw in a light bulb. And you are going to love that sound!
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