{"product_id":"stainless-exhaust-kit-sport-version-vanagon","title":"Stainless Exhaust Kit - Sport Version [Vanagon]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe are very proud to offer our 100% USA-made stainless steel exhaust system for Vanagon. Quality, affordability, and longevity with a lifetime warranty.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eThis kit includes everything you need to replace the entire exhaust system on all water-cooled Vanagons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect fit for all 1986-91 2WD and 4WD. Plus it fits 1983-85 vans with our supplemental \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.gowesty.com\/product\/exhaust\/24815\/early-to-late-exhaust-update-kit?v=\"\u003eEarly to Late Exhaust Update Kit\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThat's right—we designed this system to fit both 2WD and Syncro applications. In addition, we kept the flange positions in the factory locations, so each part is compatible with the corresponding, original VW exhaust component. This allows you to replace your aging exhaust system with these stainless steel parts piece by piece, or all at once with our complete exhaust kit. In addition, this complete stainless exhaust system is a full 20 pounds lighter than the original mild steel version. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eTwenty pounds!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eKit Includes:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e• Stainless header pipe for #1 \u0026amp; #3 cylinders \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e• Stainless header pipe for #2 \u0026amp; #4 cylinders\u003cbr\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gowesty.com\/products\/front-exhaust-header-support-bracket?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=a590c2644\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eHeader Support Front Brackets\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gowesty.com\/search-results.php?search_phrase=header+support+bracket\"\u003eHeader Support Rear Bracket\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e• Stainless 2-into-1 collector elbow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e• Stainless collector elbow to catalytic converter \"J\" pipe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e• Stainless \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gowesty.com\/products\/stainless-muffler-with-tail-pipe-sport-version?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=2b22af942\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003esport muffler\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/em\u003ewith integrated 2.5\" tailpipe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e• Stainless muffler saddles with integrated straps (x2)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Complete gasket \u0026amp; hardware kit with instructions\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cem\u003eOptional Add-on:\u003c\/em\u003e Stainless 50-state or 48-state catalytic converter for customers outside of California \u0026amp; Colorado\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eSport muffler features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e• Direct fit in all 1986-91 Vanagons with OEM or GW exhaust (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gowesty.com\/products\/stainless-exhaust-kit?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=7e74b0680\u0026amp;_ss=r\u0026amp;variant=41253790122149\"\u003e1983-85 requires the full exhaust kit\u003c\/a\u003e along with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gowesty.com\/products\/early-to-late-exhaust-update-kit?_pos=4\u0026amp;_sid=7e74b0680\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eEarly-to-Late Update Kit\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e• About half as long as the original muffler\u003cbr\u003e• Better exhaust flow than the OEM muffler, and the full-length GW muffler\u003cbr\u003e• Roughly half the weight compared to the regular muffler\/tail pipe combo\u003cbr\u003e• Includes a 2-1\/2\" integral tail pipe instead of bolt-on tail pipe\u003cbr\u003e• Tail pipe exit is closer to centerline of vehicle, so it is much less likely to get snagged when off-road\u003cbr\u003e• At least twice as loud as our regular-length muffler. It rumbles, but it's not obnoxious - to most\u003cbr\u003e• Last but not least, it has a cool name. Shorty McSporty!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials note:\u003c\/strong\u003e This GoWesty stainless steel exhaust system will not stay shiny and aesthetically perfect—but it \u003cem\u003ewill \u003c\/em\u003elast, and we value longevity over aesthetics. For the complete story on stainless steel metallurgy, please \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/gowesty.com\/blogs\/article-library\/stainless-steel-and-exhaust-the-whole-story?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=9072d2fbd\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclick here\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you have a 1983-1985 water-cooled 1.9?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 1.9 system was abandoned in 1986 for good reason, so now is the time to upgrade to the later 2.1 style kit you see on this page. Order this later style exhaust kit WITH CATALYTIC CONVERTER to accommodate the O2 sensor, plus our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.gowesty.com\/product\/exhaust\/24815\/early-to-late-exhaust-update-kit?v=\"\u003eEarly to Late Exhaust Update Kit.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eLimited Lifetime Warranty: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eEvery stainless exhaust part we offer comes with a limited lifetime warranty. The part is warranted against structural failure for life (for the original purchaser). \u003c\/span\u003eInstallation of the included support bracket is required to maintain your warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eFitment Notes\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote for 1983-85 Vanagons:\u003c\/strong\u003e On 1986-91 Vanagons, the thermostat housing was moved to the front near the #3 exhaust port (on an 1983-85 Vanagon, it is near the #4 exhaust port). There is an interference issue between the #4 exhaust pipe in this kit and the 1983-85 thermostat cover, which requires a small amount of clearancing on the cover. Also, a new, longer oxygen sensor wire to reach the port in the catalytic converter (yes, you need to buy the cat) will be required but is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote for Syncro owners: \u003c\/strong\u003eYou cannot \"mix and match\" different components in this exhaust system—in other words, you cannot simply purchase our stainless 1\u0026amp;3 pipe and have it mate up perfectly with a stock exhaust system. For 4WD applications, you need to purchase this COMPLETE kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eInstallation Tip\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eThe bend we chose for the J-pipe ensures fitment on both 2WD and 4WD. The \"perfect\" bend for a 2WD would not work on a 4WD, and vice versa—thus, our decision to settle on a \"compromise\" bend. VW did the same thing, offering only one J-pipe for both 2WD and 4WD. However, they also moved the muffler up only about an inch on the 4WD, even though the engine sits 2\" lower relative to the body (compared to a 2WD). GoWesty 4WD saddles move the muffler up an entire 2\" compared to the 2WD saddles—the same amount that the engine in a Syncro sits lower—so the muffler ends up in the same exact place on both 2WD and 4WD. For best fit of the J-pipe in both applications, apply a downward (2WD) or upward (4WD) force on the outlet of the collector WHILE tightening the four bolts to the front and rear exhaust pipes. This will adjust the angle of the three-bolt flange (where the J-pipe bolts on) slightly up or down. A small angle change at that flange makes a BIG displacement change at the catalytic converter end of the J-pipe, which is about 18\" away. This will improve overall fitment in either application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eYou will notice that the weld on the OUTSIDE of some of the flanges does not go all the way around. This is intentional—there is nothing wrong! The weld does not go all the way around to make more room for the fasteners. There is another full weld on the INSIDE that does the majority of the work and provides full sealing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GoWesty","offers":[{"title":"Add 50 State Catalytic Converter \/ 2WD","offer_id":62823258128755,"sku":"GW-SS-EXHAUST-SPORT-2WD-CALCAT","price":2660.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Add 48 State Catalytic Converter \/ 4WD Syncro","offer_id":62823258161523,"sku":"GW-SS-EXHAUST-SPORT-4WD-48CAT","price":1803.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Add 48 State Catalytic Converter \/ 2WD","offer_id":62823258194291,"sku":"GW-SS-EXHAUST-SPORT-2WD-48CAT","price":1777.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"No Catalytic Converter \/ 4WD Syncro","offer_id":62823258227059,"sku":"GW-SS-EXHAUST-SPORT-4WD","price":1615.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"No Catalytic Converter \/ 2WD","offer_id":62823258259827,"sku":"GW-SS-EXHAUST-SPORT-2WD","price":1588.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Add 50 State Catalytic Converter \/ 4WD Syncro","offer_id":62823258292595,"sku":"GW-SS-EXHAUST-SPORT-4WD-CALCAT","price":2686.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/1440\/9843\/files\/full_81f130d31d42e6a73e4cf9d09a14f5e6.jpg?v=1778247767","url":"https:\/\/overlandersoutfitter.com\/products\/stainless-exhaust-kit-sport-version-vanagon","provider":"OVERLANDERS Outfitter","version":"1.0","type":"link"}