Are you ready to radically transform the driving experience in your Volkswagen MK4 Golf or GTI? Take your docile, stock exhaust and replace it with the ECS Tuning in-house engineered Catback Exhaust System! Our catback exhaust provides for a sporty European exhaust note, with a deep, aggressive sound without too much drone. Intoxicating exhaust notes fuel your desire to push your engine to its limits with every ounce of power and every engine revolution. Experience true driving passion with our ECS Catback Exhaust System!
PART DESIGN
In-house designed and engineered using FARO ARM laser scanning technology and SolidWorks 3D CAD modeling for precision fitment
2.5" T304 Stainless Steel CNC Mandrel Bent, Brushed Tubing with 1.25mm wall thickness
The beautifully crafted final assembly is artfully Tig-welded and back purged for superior durability and the finest appearance
A stainless steel, wool packed resonator cuts down on unwanted drone
Features a straight-through 2.5" flow path for the least amount of restriction and turbulence
Muffler Design:
Straight Through "Turbo Style" Muffler
In-House designed to provide a sporty driving experience like no other
Perforated core with stainless steel wool packing for sound absorption
Lighter weight than the OEM exhaust system
ECS Catback Weight: 19 lbs with turn-down tip; 23 lbs with dual exit tailpipe and tips
OEM Catback Weight: 27 lbs
T304 Stainless Steel 12mm barbed exhaust hangers, featuring 360° hanger stoppers, are Tig-Welded in OE locations for precise location
Strategically placed slip joints provide the most adjustability to obtain perfect fitment
Designed to maximize ground clearance
KIT CONTENTS
Downpipe adapters (3); 1 for OEM (55mm) downpipe, 1 for aftermarket 2.5" downpipe, 1 for aftermarket 3.0" downpipe ending at OEM location
Accuseal style clamps (6)
OEM diameter (55mm) sleeve clamp
2.5" Resonator / Midpipe Assembly
2.5" Over-Axle Connecting Pipe
2.5" Muffler Assembly
Your Choice of Tailpipe:
Turn-Down Tailpipe or,
Dual Exit Tailpipe + 3.5" tips
PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
Our ECS Tuning MK4 Catback Exhaust System was designed, engineered, tested and quality inspected by our Research and Development team in our Wadsworth, Ohio facility. We strive for the highest level of precision and quality through leading-edge product development technology including FARO laser scanning for reverse engineering and quality inspection, SolidWorks 3D CAD modeling, rapid prototyping utilizing our in-house 3D printer, and rigorous long term product testing.
INSTALLATION AND SUPPORT
Looking for installation tips? Look no further, we put together a full installation tutorial from start to finish including how to remove your OEM parts! See our Installation PDF under the INSTALLATION Tab for more information.
Head over to our YouTube channel for our full feature video @ ECS Tuning!
Please note, we highly recommend new exhaust hangers for proper fitment. As these vehicles age the condition of the rubber hangers will impact fitment.
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