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June 20, 2024 at 2:13 pm #308872
My exhaust system is rusted and not properly installed on my car. So, I am looking to get a new exhaust for my VW based TD. I am not sure if the TD body makes it harder/impossible to install some systems that would normally fit on a beetle. So, I would like to know what y’all are running 🙂
Also, if anyone has any recommendations for a exhaust that is a low/deeper with a quieter sound, please let me know. I do not want to sound like an obnoxious 4 cylinder, “ricey”, or like I am trying too hard to have a more v8 type sound lol.
Thanks,
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- This topic was modified 5 months, 2 weeks ago by Stefan.
July 3, 2024 at 4:37 pm #308915I had this on my TDr…
Paul Mossberg
Former Owner of a 1981 Classic Roadsters Ltd. Duchess (VW)
2005 Intermeccanica RoadsterIf you own a TDr and are not in the Registry, please go to https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/mg-td-replica-registry/ and register (you need to copy and paste the link)
July 6, 2024 at 9:59 pm #308933Thank you for your suggestion! I found a video and think that it sounds good + its affordable for a college guy.
How was the sound? Could you describe it as you remember? I had a hard time finding a lot of videos on yt of this specific exhaust
Was it really loud, too loud to enjoy the ride?
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-SJuly 8, 2024 at 6:42 pm #308940Here’s the one I ran until I put the Subaru engine in the car.
It’s everything you want in a stock(ish) Bug or kit TD: easy on the pocketbook, easy to install, and fairly quiet but with a slightly throaty growl. The bonus for us: it actually looks like a TD exhaust. The tip comes out at exactly the right spot and there’s no viper’s nest of exhaust headers visible under the rear valence.
Unles you have a very large Type1 engine or a lot of horsepower (or plan on it), this is the exhaust to get.
Here’s an old shot of my car right after I installed this:
here’s a legit TD for comparison:
July 9, 2024 at 7:52 pm #308943Howdy!
Thanks for the suggestion, will look into it.
-S
July 22, 2024 at 6:38 pm #308960Stephen,
How to describe sound with words… how about enhanced VW? Slightly louder than a stock VW, but a much nicer sound. Certainly not overbearing. Not sure it factors into your equation, but more info better than less … this was on a 1776 VW engine.
Top down, just a nice burble from the rear. Top up, seems the roof acts like a megaphone, and engine noise (not exhaust noise) rises considerably.
All that said, if it’s an original look you’re going for, Ed’s recommendation is a good one!
Paul Mossberg
Former Owner of a 1981 Classic Roadsters Ltd. Duchess (VW)
2005 Intermeccanica RoadsterIf you own a TDr and are not in the Registry, please go to https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/mg-td-replica-registry/ and register (you need to copy and paste the link)
July 23, 2024 at 5:49 pm #308965I went with the 4 tip that you suggested, I am very happy with it. I think it delivers a good sound for a pretty cheap price. I showed the old man and he really likes it.
Getting those heater boxes out was tough with the way that the engine and the extra framing sits in my car, I decided to go with the unsafe and risky method of using a sawzaw to cut them out. Ironic for someone who works in health and safety between semesters…
August 13, 2024 at 6:35 pm #309006Good deal Stefan.
Happy you found your answer here!
Paul Mossberg
Former Owner of a 1981 Classic Roadsters Ltd. Duchess (VW)
2005 Intermeccanica RoadsterIf you own a TDr and are not in the Registry, please go to https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/mg-td-replica-registry/ and register (you need to copy and paste the link)
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