exhaust flex pipe Exhaust Header/Manifold Assembly Replacement '07 ES350

[armcomdes]

I need to replace the flex pipe section of my exhaust system which is part of the Exhaust Header/Manifold/Cat Converter Assembly. Lexus charges $1700, but MagnaFlow has the part for $512, and it seem to be up to spec with the OEM.

Has anyone ever replace one before? Is it a bear of a job? And last but not least, do you need a lift?

[gbhrps]

armcomdes,

If the rest of the header pipe is solid and still useable, why not just have a new flex section welded in to the rest of the header pipe? It should be MUCH cheaper than replacing the entire header pipe.

I suspect that any good exhaust shop (Muffler Man, etc.) can weld in a universal flex sction and save you some real dollars. It would certainly be the way I'd go, if the rest of the header pipe is good and solid. Good Luck.

[armcomdes]

That's a great suggestion. Now I just have to find a reputable shop in Northern NJ. The rear muffler shields are also rattling, so I'd have them tack them in place as well.

[timfox123]

You also can call around some of the southern salvage yards for one that is not so bad.   was it rust or too much flexing ?