Hello all,

I need a new "B" pipe & muffler. This is the pipe connecting the muffler to the c. converter. I have a hole right at the joint where the two meet. The dealer gave me a freak'n estimate of $575 for the repair. What reliable aftermarker place would you recommend I can purchase the parts from that will be a perfect factory fit? Or should I go to a Midas or somethng and see what they have available?

Any help at all will be much appreciated,

Thanks,



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Tom T
'97 5-speed Red CL

 

CarX would be your best bet if you want a replacement. If I were you, I would search for stainless steel perfomance one. But I am not, and I do not know your financual situation.


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Black '97 Acura 3.0CL Premium (Leather,WoodTrim,SunRoof Visor,Spoiler,Gold,Fogs,Clear Bumper Lights,Gold/Wood Pedals)

 

Although the dealer charges a considerable price for these parts,the parts also carry a lifetime warranty.If you install the factory parts and they go bad the dealer will install another one free!

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With the price dealer charges you would replace mufler and B-pipe 3 times.

My friend was queted for exact repair $750. And he went with CARX for under $200. He's got Accord SE 1997 4cyl.

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Black '97 Acura 3.0CL Premium (Leather,WoodTrim,SunRoof Visor,Spoiler,Gold,Fogs,Clear Bumper Lights,Gold/Wood Pedals)

 

Thanks for the replies..

But, I don't have any Carx near me, I'm in NJ and I think they are only in the mid-west & South. Also, I plan to sell the car next year so I am not concerned about a lifetime guarantee from Acura for a $575 replacement of a pipe and muffler. Any good Honda-Acura reliable parts dealers that I can check on-line that you are aware of?

Still need more advise.. Thanks a lot,



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Tom T
'97 5-speed Red CL

 

Sending this back to the top.

Still looking for sme advice here...

Thanks a lot,


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Tom T
'97 5-speed Red CL

 

Do you have MIDAS near you?

Check with them. It should cost half of the price you were queted at dealer.

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Black '97 Acura 3.0CL Premium (Leather,WoodTrim,SunRoof Visor,Spoiler,Gold,Fogs,Air Intake,Clear Bumper Lights,Gold/Wood Pedals)

 

I did receive an estimate from Midas a few days ago. It's less but still kinda high.
The quote is $375 vs $575 from the dealer.

Any other ideas?

Tom T.

 

go look at an exhaust shop and get a custom exhaust done, it'll be cheaper and you'll get more power

 

Go to Bargain Brakes and Mufflers in Dover, NJ ask for Nick. Tell him Richard sent you he has good prices and custom pipe bending.

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