My installer called to inform me that the 2.5" APS Test Pipes I provided to him do not fit on my '05 6MT.

The following 3 issues arose:

1.) TPs are both 2" too short
2.) The rear flange is too large (by about 1" and would not mate with the factory y-pipe)
3.) The support bracket is welded at a very unusual angle

Both the installer and I were speechless. What gives? The only thing that I can surmise is that these TPs were made for an earlier model car. There was a sticker on them which indicated "APS <some part number> 2003". I'm not clear if there are differences with the design of the '05 exhaust. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

--John

 

interesting. I couldnt imagine APS making a product THAT bad. Maybe u got the wrong test pipe? They make stuff for WRX's, EVOs ect...

 

that thought crossed my mind...

the quality of those pipes are TOP notch...I'm thinking the P/N sticker was intended for something else. i don't have any photos--i will at the end of the week. when I do, i'll post them here, for comment.

 

Someone shipped you the wrong test pipes.

 

well thanks for your feedback. looks like i'll have to get on the horn with good 'ol gruppe-s.

 

they've been messing up quite a bit recently.

 

maybe they are the 3.5" test pipes for the turbo cars?

 

That's what it sounds like.

 

Nope, they're the 2.5" diameter pipes, I measured them.