How do I know if I need to replace my flex pipe?
Usually a bad or failing exhaust pipe or tube will produce a few symptoms that can alert the driver of a potential issue.
- Excessively loud exhaust making hissing sounds.
- Smell of raw gasoline from exhaust.
- Decrease in power, acceleration, and fuel efficiency.
- Hanging or dragging exhaust pipe.
Is a bigger exhaust pipe better?
Exhaust pipes are made bigger to allow better exhaust flow. This is important for increased performance and horsepower (not for the sound). Instead, aftermarket exhaust also equips a less restrictive muffler – which is responsible for the much louder sound.
Is flex pipe good for exhaust?
Flex pipes are an essential part of any front wheel drive vehicle and on most all wheel drive vehicles. On front wheel cars, since the motor is mounted transversely, when you accelerate the motor rocks and the flex pipe protects your exhaust system from breakage.
How much is a flex pipe?
A flex pipe (or flexible exhaust pipe) refers to a bendable tube that connects sections of the exhaust system. Road hazards and corrosive elements can shorten the lifespan of your flex pipes, leading to a decrease in engine performance. A flex pipe replacement costs anywhere between $50 and $100.
How much should a flex pipe repair cost?
The average cost of replacing the flex pipe is $1325 in which the pipe cost of $317, along with other factors like labor cost and many more. For high-quality spare parts, the total cost of repairing is $1405.
How much does it cost to replace a flex pipe?
A factory replacement part is about $477, and a Walker replacement part is about $141. The total cost to complete the job would be about $597 using factory parts and about $261 using aftermarket parts. This engine is a V-6 and the flex pipe is part of a sturdy y-pipe that joins the two exhaust banks.
What do I need to replace my exhaust flex pipe?
Exhaust Flex Pipe Replacement Flex pipes can be a short bolt-on unit with flanges on either end, which makes replacement fairly simple. Sometimes, flex pipes are built into a larger exhaust assembly. On some engines, the flex pipe may use slip joints with a clamp at one or both ends; requiring the need for some exhaust tools to replace well.
What do you need to know about flex pipes?
A flex pipe is flexible piece of pipe that allows the exhaust system some flexibility. Flex pipes are an essential part of any front wheel drive vehicle and on most all wheel drive vehicles. Not having a flex pipe installed can cause serious damage to your exhaust system such as breaking bolts, flanges, and even the exhaust manifold itself.
Why does my exhaust pipe need to be replaced?
On some engines, the flex pipe may use slip joints with a clamp at one or both ends; requiring the need for some exhaust tools to replace well. The flex pipe usually fails by breaking internally, which then, causes an exhaust leak and noise.