hey guys i dont want to try and do this myself but i was just trying to find out what a shop or dealership would charge to put in a hooker cat back system in my 98 z28 thanks

 

My guess would be a hundred or so. But you should really consider doing it yourself its really easy to do. Saving a hundred bucks feels really good

 

i agree its not bad at all

 

is there any welding or is it just clamps( i havnt ordered the kit yet) about how long would it take

 

usually itll be clamps and those rubber brackets... ive heard of a few instances of welding in different systems but not very often

 

Should be an easy 2 hour job tops. I have done several and can get it done in about 1/2 hour.

 

I'm going to be installing a catback (Magnaflow) soon myself and was wondering about the clamps. Is it just as good an idea to use the supplied "U" clamps or would it be better to invest in some good stainless steel band clamps? I hear the bad clamps don't crush the pipes, whereas the "U" clamps do.

Thanks,
Marc

 

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When I installed my Magnaflow I used the u bolts, its just to expensive buying band clamps. I already bought them for the headers and ory that was over 45 bucks. Its always best to use band clamps when possible. But its not going to hurt anything if you dont. But if you dont mind paying the money for some nice band clamps, I suggest that you do so.

 

I used Band clamps on my Magnaflow when I installed it....

 

The hard part is getting the old exhaust out specially on jackstands. I'm going to be hacksawing mine tonite. Other than that the installation of the new one should be pretty easy. It also helps to have a friend help you.

 

gmake one cut.

 

The "one cut" you're talking about... is that right at the rear axle?