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Old 06-12-2017, 08:32 AM
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You don't happen to have a pic of the one you weren't able to install do you? I would hate to get my car apart and then realize I couldn't install it.
Old 06-12-2017, 09:36 AM
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Originally Posted by 'Merica
You don't happen to have a pic of the one you weren't able to install do you? I would hate to get my car apart and then realize I couldn't install it.
This flange should be threaded in this picture you can see no threading. Test the kit in the bag to make sure all 4 screws thread through. I also used ceramic anti-seize paste on all the bolts, screws connections. I will be installing a catback in the future and it will make it easier to remove everything for that install. Good luck, the instructions are easy to follow. My advice is pay attention to hanger orientation. I swear I installed that thing backwards a few times (wd40 make it easy to remove and install).

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Old 06-12-2017, 02:30 PM
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Gotcha, thanks!
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Old 06-12-2017, 04:02 PM
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Originally Posted by p3pilot
I would love to install one on my car but not willing to take the chance that an emissions inspector will notice that the secondary cats have been deleted. Not that likely but still not willing to take the chance.
Since it only takes an hour or so to swap it out, put the old one in the attic and when you're ready to sell or test, slap the OEM pipe back on! Easy Peasy. Btw, the 2nd CAT set is hidden under the tunnel plate. The Primary CATs are the only ones you can see.

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Old 06-12-2017, 04:06 PM
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when does the cute ginger show up??
Old 06-12-2017, 05:00 PM
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I removed my two rear cats and got pretty much the identical result for 1/5 the cost of a Borla X.
Old 06-12-2017, 07:00 PM
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Originally Posted by 'Merica
Just wanted to bump this thread to let people know I finally found one less than $400.

I ordered from autoanything and they got me sub $400! I actually found it from a vendor here for $2.69 cheaper yesterday but after the sales rep let me know what an inconvenience it would be to him for me to call back when I got off the interstate to give him payment, I let him know not to worry about the order.

Can't wait for the install!
I couldn't find the Borla Stainless X Pipe (60547) listed on autoanything website and just about all the sites I visit it is priced at $461.99. Did you by chance order the 60548 by mistake? I see those listed all the time for under $400. That part number is for cars with headers and not factory exhaust manifolds. If you did order the 60547, could you please include a link? Thanks
Old 06-12-2017, 08:39 PM
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For those that performed the install in garage/driveway with jack stands, did you jack up and support one side or did you jack up and support the rear? As I understand it, 4 jack stands is a safety no-no.
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Old 06-12-2017, 08:44 PM
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Originally Posted by HurstSRT
I couldn't find the Borla Stainless X Pipe (60547) listed on autoanything website and just about all the sites I visit it is priced at $461.99. Did you by chance order the 60548 by mistake? I see those listed all the time for under $400. That part number is for cars with headers and not factory exhaust manifolds. If you did order the 60547, could you please include a link? Thanks
You can purchase the part from us for just a tad bit over $400. Way less than $462. Many in stock with fast and free shipping.

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Old 06-13-2017, 09:49 AM
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Originally Posted by HurstSRT
I couldn't find the Borla Stainless X Pipe (60547) listed on autoanything website and just about all the sites I visit it is priced at $461.99. Did you by chance order the 60548 by mistake? I see those listed all the time for under $400. That part number is for cars with headers and not factory exhaust manifolds. If you did order the 60547, could you please include a link? Thanks
You will either have to call or shoot them a live chat message, they can't advertise pricing that low apparently. Same with some of the vendors here. Part number is 60547 and shipped price was approved at 392.69. I found it from a vendor here for 390, but after talking to their sales rep for a couple minutes Saturday I wouldn't do business with them for $150 for the part.

http://www.autoanything.com/exhausts...A3563A0A0.aspx

Add it to your cart and shoot them a message. They originally told me something like $408, I asked them to price match the $390 and they came back with $392.69.

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Old 06-13-2017, 05:50 PM
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Originally Posted by 'Merica
You will either have to call or shoot them a live chat message, they can't advertise pricing that low apparently. Same with some of the vendors here. Part number is 60547 and shipped price was approved at 392.69. I found it from a vendor here for 390, but after talking to their sales rep for a couple minutes Saturday I wouldn't do business with them for $150 for the part.

http://www.autoanything.com/exhausts...A3563A0A0.aspx

Add it to your cart and shoot them a message. They originally told me something like $408, I asked them to price match the $390 and they came back with $392.69.

Thanks for the info!
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Old 06-23-2017, 05:07 PM
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Had it installed today! On start up I was a little disappointed it wasn't any louder but going through the RPMs it sounds great!
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Wanted to bring this back up, two questions on install. One, my pipe is mounted and it seems to not sit completely level. Looks like it slightly hangs lower on passenger side of pipe. Anyone else experience this? Also I am finding I have to tighten clamps on slide on part before messing with flanges because otherwise there is not enough slack and pipe to pull over much of over axle part is that the consensus? Did everyone use bolts that came with pipe? Thanks guys!
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Also is the rubber grommet supposed to sit right up against transmission I can't remember lol



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