1st, thanks to all who respond to board topics. I have found many answers on the forum. Now to my question/problem. Had a faulty Y-pipe on my 98 ES300. Common problem with the flex portion. Friend ordered the Walker Cat Pipe but that wouldnt fit due to CA Emissions. I understand there is a converter pipe available, but it still doesnt look right. Ended up ordering the Eastern Catalytic model.
When removing the old pipe, one of the mounting studs snapped and had to be removed. I have searched all online parts suppliers, but cant find these anywhere. Maybe I am not naming the part right? I am looking for the studs/nuts that connect the pipe flanges to the exhaust outlet on the engine. I would also replace the connecting bolts (between the rear flange and the muffler flange) but would guess that these are available at a hardware store.
Any help on part ID or specs would be helpful.
