EA81 Y-Pipe Needed

[thedoctor]

My '83 DL daily driver developed an exhaust leak on the right side. The y-pipe flange, is cracked about half way around. I am trying to repair it for PA state inspection. Runs really bad with the leak... cyl 1 and 3 spark plugs get fouled real quick.

 

Where can I find a replacement y pipe?

[thedoctor]

I called a local Subaru man... for 30 years he's been selling used Soobies. He's nearby in Marietta, PA and he's helped me out lots of times.

 

BUT he says he could get a $50,000 fine for selling me a used Y-pipe because of the catalytic converter.

 

Is this true everywhere?

[screwbaru2]

I think it may be federal law. Like the $10,000. fine for messin with the cats.

I know in RI the only way I can get a used cat is to buy the whole car. Can you get the crack welded or brazed? That maybe your best bet to get past inspection.

[GeneralDisorder]

Best bet is to weld it, but you should also be asking WHY did it crack in the first place? That's not a typical failure point.

 

GD

[[HTi]Johnson]

WHY did it crack in the first place? That's not a typical failure point.

 

GD

 

I'd guess a motor mount. Yeah, best bet would get to get it welded. If you remove it from the car, carefully, and take it to a shop, they should do if for a half rack of beer.

 

If you don't have another means of getting the pipe there, call a local exhaust shop.

 

Or call the Local Subaru guy and ask to buy the y-pipe as scrap metal. Just don't tell him the catalytic converter is worth some money, like $75-$120 (them's got platinum in 'em).

[thedoctor]

Thanks... I'll check the motor mounts and plan on getting this pipe welded. I appreciate y'alls help.

[mountaingoatgruff]

I think it may be federal law.

 

sure is.