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GrkA4
08-16-2016, 02:41 PM
Soon after I got my B8 a few years ago I purchased a used APR RSC full exhaust (Corsa). It was in good shape except for the fact that the passenger side rear muffler had to be repaired by an exhaust shop because something inside of it had become loose and was rattling. Fast forward 30,000 miles and the problem with the passenger side rear muffler has returned and it rattling like crazy. When we put it up on the lift I also noticed an exhaust leak in the middle muffler – seems like a bad weld. The exhaust shop doesn’t want to repair the muffler and neither do I – the previous fix only lasted 30,000 miles. I’d rather just replace it and not worry about it.

I spoke to APR who told me to go through Corsa for possibly warranty/replacement parts. Corsa denied the warranty because the warranty is non-transferable and I am not the original purchaser. Corsa did say they’d be willing to help with the cost of replacement parts but a new mid section and passenger side rear muffler is at minimum $600 + shipping. List price is ~$1,000 total for both parts.

I’m trying to figure out some alternatives to using Corsa parts. I’d like to get something a little louder. Has anyone else used magnaflow mufflers in conjunction with a magnaflow x-pipe or middle muffler? I’m thinking of continuing to use the Corsa piping and just replace the rear mufflers and center mufflers with magnaflow components. I’ve seen plenty of videos of the magnaflow x-pipe with the stock section and it sounds good. Let me know if you guys have any low cost fixes or ideas for this.

s4matty
08-16-2016, 02:50 PM
Ha
I have the same problems with my apr exhaust..I cut the middle muffler open and welded the plate back in.
Haven't done the rear yet.
It's pretty easy to do but would hurt your resale value down the road.



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GrkA4
08-16-2016, 02:58 PM
Going to go up to AMS in Linden next week and see what they can do. Note that the weld issue is with the "High Precision Jewelry Grade Tig Welding" in the first resonator (closest to downpipes). Picture below for reference.

http://shop.aprtuned.co.uk/ekmps/shops/aprtuned/images/copy-of-apr-audi-b8-a4-a5-2.0-tfsi-rsc-performance-exhaust-system-quad-tips-[3]-310-p.gif

infinkc
08-16-2016, 03:04 PM
Had mine welded, no issues and it makes it bulletprroof from happening again.

douglasjboehme
08-16-2016, 07:02 PM
Even though it's not awe, would they perhaps do the work? They're in FT Washington.

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GrkA4
08-17-2016, 04:28 AM
Even though it's not awe, would they perhaps do the work? They're in FT Washington.

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I don't ever consider them when I need work done. Their labor rate is very high and it's tough for me to get over there since they are not open on weekends/evenings.

MagnaFlow
08-29-2016, 01:37 PM
Hi grka4, to answer your question-there are quite a few members here on the forum who have used our universal mufflers/components to make very nice sounding custom exhausts. If you have any questions about what components to use, please let us know! Wed be happy to make a recommendation.

GrkA4
08-29-2016, 01:41 PM
Hi grka4, to answer your question-there are quite a few members here on the forum who have used our universal mufflers/components to make very nice sounding custom exhausts. If you have any questions about what components to use, please let us know! Wed be happy to make a recommendation.

Getting rid of the APR/Corsa garbage later this week and replacing it with all magnaflow. Think final parts should be in tomorrow.

nomis88
08-29-2016, 10:38 PM
Getting rid of the APR/Corsa garbage later this week and replacing it with all magnaflow. Think final parts should be in tomorrow.

Please pm me the difference you notice and part numbers you used. I bought an APR exhaust and the main resonator is dented badly. I'll be replacing that resonator at a minimum and possibly doing any other preventitive stuff while the exhaust is outside the car

MagnaFlow
08-30-2016, 05:48 PM
Getting rid of the APR/Corsa garbage later this week and replacing it with all magnaflow. Think final parts should be in tomorrow.

Great! Let us know how you like it!