Exhaust again

[greggearhead at adelphia.net (GREG DUNN)]

> Sorry for all the repetition on the subject, but I will be purchasing a
cat
> back/and or downpipe back system for my 79 with a slightly tuned 1.8 and
no
> cat. Just wanted some quick opinions on size,  2"  vs 2.25".  I'm leaning
> towards 2.25, and budget is a concern, around $200- $250  if I can. Thanks
> all ,  Jeff in Georgia


If that is all your engine is going to be, 2" is great.  2.25" is better
when you start making 150+hp.  Otherwise it is unnecessary and can possibly
(though it is hard to prove) reduce some low-midrange response.  I have had
oodles of VWs with 2 nad 2.25".  I am fabbing up a 2.5" system for my Dasher
right now, but it s going to be around 200hp.

gd