Re: quattro-digest V3 #1052

[baselope@netwide.net (Robert Riley)]

>Is there a lifetime guarantee on Audi mufflers/pipes?
>Pardon my ignorance, but I had heard such a rumor.
Yes and no.    Unfortunately, the original exhaust parts on the car are 
NOT Lifetime.  However,  if you purchase the REPLACEMENT exhaust system 
components, they are covered by a lifetime warranty.  Parts only, still 
gotta pay the labor.  Thats the catch, they must be installed by your 
dealer to have the letter of the gaurantee upheld.  


Personally,  I have replaced each of my mufflers, and my catalytic 
converter from a local parts store that sells WALKER brand exhaust 
systems.  They have a LIFETIME warranty (which I have used once with no 
problem et all).  I live in Florida where humidity is high and exhaust 
systems just don't last many years at a time.  (I average 3-4 years)

The Walker brand components are designed to install just like a factory 
piece, no welding involved.....they just bolt right on.  Price is another 
BIG factor.  My CAT was only $115 from WALKER, or $780 from AUDI.  
Catalytic converters do not carry a lifetime replacement warranty from 
AUDI or from WALKER, but it is a 5 year from Walker, 1 year from AUDI.

Rear muffler from walker cost me $127,  main muffler was only $107.  I 
have not had any problems mounting or using Walker components,  and the 
price has been very easy to handle.

Hope this info helps.

Justin Riley
1985 Coupe GT
1987 4000 CS
1987 Coupe GT 2.3 WEEEEEE
1988 Audi 80 (4cyl) 266,000 miles and counting!