Olly P

Quite simple really, I'm a cheapskate and theres nothing wrong with the downpipe apart from the cat. Has anyone done this. Can it be done? Please help as can't afford 200squid for a part that isn't broke.
Thanks, Olly.

Joth

I've done this, I was also modifying the downpipe mouth to full width, so i cut the whole mouth side pipe off at the top of the cats can with a hand saw. Then taking a length of steel rod, pounded it thru the cat material, once getting a few holes punched through the middle, it begins to collapse on itself easier, flip the pipe up and let the bits all fall out, including a wire mesh around it holding it in place.
Then i had the mouth/neck pipe which i had modified separately, welded back on.

MrFlibble

Re: cost saving over de-cat downpipe. Doesn't it get a bit expensive at MOT time?

dowser

Yep, can be done no problems what so ever. If emissions are still important I'd recommend cutting out the centre cat and replacing it with a hi-flow sports item.

Richard

ZIPPY

I've also seen this done,its not so critical as the DIY up-pipe de-cat as no left over pieces are going to damage any Turbo parts.

Just dont stand behind the car when running after you refit it,LOL.

Go to scoobymods.com for a detailled explanation and pictures of how to do this.

Zippy

Olly P

Thanks all thats great