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Old 29 June 2011, 02:50 PM
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I have a 3incher, I mean cat back system
how can I tell if its stainless or mild steel?
Old 29 June 2011, 02:51 PM
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Any pictures would help lad?
Old 29 June 2011, 03:01 PM
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From memory(so probably wrong) a magnet will not be attracted to stainless whereas it will be to mild steel. The more attracted it is, the lower grade the steel.

I'll confirm with the father-in-law tonight who I heard this from - he works at an exhaust r&d place.
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Originally Posted by jamielove69
I have a 3incher, I mean cat back system
how can I tell if its stainless or mild steel?
Depending on a age, rust or lack of for a good quality stainless .
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Upto 3 years old, no rust apart from where its bolted together. I cant add pics til tomo. Its on ebay. Its a browny colour
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A magnet will not be attracted to stainless steel mate
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Nice one. Cheers.
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