Stainless Steel???

[PropXprt]

I have already purchased stainless steel cat back system from RnR but I was wondering would it be worth the extra 100$ for a ss downpipe. I mean how fast do the aluminized steel parts actually rust out....i am already wondering if buying a stainless cat back was actually necessary

 

[echo]

it depends. i live in florida and don't have a SS one. there has been one on my car for about 3 years and no signs of rust except one little spot at a bend.

 

[PropXprt]

thanks, i figure if yours doesnt rust in three years and you live in a salty aired environment like florida. i do appreciate your input

 

[GRNDSM]

I have seen aluminized 2.5" exhausts/downpipes last over 5 year in very salty New England winters.

What are the odds that you will have your car in 5 years?

Leon
RR

 

[PropXprt]

very good point, so now i know i pretty much blew an extra 200 bucks, o well at least the cat back part will stay intact forever...

 

[HiPsiTsiMike]

if u get aluminzed piping and you are worried about rust (which shouldnt happen for a very long time) you can always spray it with high heat paint ...the kind they use for bbq grills...=)

 

[PropXprt]

thanks again you all

 

[DSM90AWD]

Originally posted by GRNDSM
I have seen aluminized 2.5" exhausts/downpipes last over 5 year in very salty New England winters.

What are the odds that you will have your car in 5 years?

Leon
RR

My BR 2.5" (coated mild steel) has lasted me 8 years now and is still rust free=).