Best option to replace rusted exhaust on my '97 FZJ80

[slock]

Looking for the best option for new exhaust pipes for the '97 FZJ80. Anyone able to point me to the best source for new pipes?

 

[ceylonfj40nut]

@OTRAMM makes them in stainless.

 

[slock]

Thanks, I saw those but I read that they aren't 50 state emissions compliant. Is there a way to get them in stainless and compliant?

 

[devo]

I used Borla cat back with down pipe and a single cat. All a good fit. The down pipe works well, the cat back pipe and muffle to tail pipe fit up well.
But, I really can’t recommended because of the muffle noise! I don’t appreciate how loud it is.







devo

 

[Pascoscout]

If you're just wanting to stay stock just take it down to an exhaust shop and they can replace your factory set up easy enough.

If you've got a welder and some time you can make you own with one of Summit Racings rod builder kits.

 

[Heckraiser]

You can still get an OEM exhaust for mega-bucks. Probably the best quality of anything you can buy off a shelf.

The second best option is to do a lot of research for a local exhaust shop with good reviews and just let them have at it.

There are some aftermarket options too: Borla (if you want a "sport" exhaust lol, but it is stainless) or Bosal. The Bosal is pretty low quality.

 

[devo]

My mistake was settling for the “cool Borla” when I should have gone to the muffler shop.

That’s my advice, a good exhaust shop.






devo

 

[ceylonfj40nut]

Message @ottram

 

[JOFS]

I did the bosal replacement, also did an unknown downpipe with two cats. They rusted out quickly and sucked. Not a great sound either.
Recently got the @OTRAMM exhaust with the magnaflow downpipes that is currently being installed and is awesome and much higher quality.

If those aren't options explore around for a good exhaust shop that can help you locally.

Good luck

 

[sxp]

My local shop replaced my muffler, cut and turned my cats, did an over frame reroute, and relocated my resonator for just over $500. All new parts were stainless.

Go local.

 

[slock]

Thanks so much everyone for the great information. Likely just saved me a bunch of money. I'll take it to a local shop and be done with it.

 

[PZLCruiser]

Go full stainless, i got non carb compliant cats and still pass CT emissions. Fyi