Cost to replace an exhaust system?

[Soberacho]

I want to replace my BJ40s (B engine) exhaust from manifold to tail pipe. Of course, no catalytic converter needed. I've called a few shops in town and they all seem to hover around $1200-$1500.

Seems a little pricey, don't you think?

 

[JackA]

Here in Phoenix, AZ......I get a complete exhaust from manifold or header to tailpipe for less than $500 installed.

 

[90WT]

Last year i had mine done from exhaust manifold to tip, with new muffler, for about $350 installed.

 

[Soberacho]

Sadly, in my venue I think the price automatically increases 300% when I mention the word "Land Cruiser".

 

[Living in the Past]

Here in Phoenix, AZ......I get a complete exhaust from manifold or header to tailpipe for less than $500 installed.

Would that including tracing the original routing on the 1/79 outside the frame and muffler behind the rear axle then exiting on the right side? I like the idea of keeping exhaust away from the transmission and transfer case. Not a fan of the original routing below the skid plate. I makes running a PTO winch much easier.

 

[JackA]

I am sure it would. I tell the shop what I want and they build it. I have had many Land Cruiser exhaust systems done and none have ever been above $500.

 

[igotta40]

Sadly, in my venue I think the price automatically increases 300% when I mention the word "Land Cruiser".

I’m guessing they think that you have one of the latest model wagons, 100 series etc.

 

[RevISK]

Another option is to hack off the old one and bring it in and have it replicated. That would require you doing some of the work, but it would be a very budget route to go.

 

[RevISK]

B&B muffler here in Austin is great to work with and very reasonable.

 

[charliemeyer007]

Years back I did the bolt on stuff from Man-a-fre for my 72. It all fit and lasted for years, there was a local Man-a-fre outlet so no shipping fees.

+1 for shop around. High heat anti-seize compound is a good investment - makes replacing the stuff next time a lot easier. Stainless steel nuts, bolts and clamps is worth the extra cost.

 

[mep1811]

Sadly, in my venue I think the price automatically increases 300% when I mention the word "Land Cruiser".

Go to the other side of town where English is not spoken . I'm sure the price will be much better.

 

[RevISK]

Years back I did the bolt on stuff from Man-a-fre for my 72. It all fit and lasted for years, there was a local Man-a-fre outlet so no shipping fees.

+1 for shop around. High heat anti-seize compound is a good investment - makes replacing the stuff next time a lot easier. Stainless steel nuts, bolts and clamps is worth the extra cost.

If every po thought like you this world would be a better place.

 

[RevISK]

Go to the other side of town where English is not spoken . I'm sure the price will be much better.

And the work probably better. Sorry (not sorry), had to say it.