need a flex pipe,so can I replace it with a straight pipe

Asked by Kenney Aug 10, 2020 at 05:56 PM about the 2001 Volkswagen Beetle

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have a 2001 New Beetle the flex pipe leaks can It replaces with a straight pipe

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TDolby answered 4 years ago

In theory you might think that is a good idea, but the flex pipe is there to reduce the flex in the drivetrain and exhaust. Adding a straight pipe will soon stress the exhaust supports and end up breaking, cracking or damaging the other components in the system. So don't do it.

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