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HeavyD · 08-19-2009, 04:30 PM

Hey all, I plan to install a cat-back system and CAI at some point. Just wondering what everyone is doing with the old parts? I would probably have the dealer the install the cat-back system before I take delivery. I really don't want to keep the original exhaust, but at the same time, it is perfectly brand new and nothing wrong with it. It seems silly to just throw it away. Isn't there still some kind of dollar value attached to it? I would be happy for the dealer to install my system for free in exchange for keeping the factory system for themselves to repair someone else's car someday. I don't know... What do you think?

chrisgalles · 08-19-2009, 04:55 PM

Every car that I've customized, I've always kept the original factory parts. You never know when something might go wrong and you have to put the original back on while you wait for a replacement... or you may be in financial trouble and might not be able to afford a replacement and will have to go back to stock. Just my 0.02.

AntiVnm · 08-19-2009, 06:59 PM

I agree with chris. the only reason i would get rid of it would be if space was an issue.

redjewel · 08-19-2009, 07:36 PM

Kept the intake but no room for exhaust when I upgrade to cat back.

Andro · 08-19-2009, 09:03 PM

Keep'um

vdevine · 08-19-2009, 09:26 PM

Instantly threw mine in the trash can.

JANNETTYRACING · 08-19-2009, 10:48 PM

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Originally Posted by HeavyD

Hey all, I plan to install a cat-back system and CAI at some point. Just wondering what everyone is doing with the old parts? I would probably have the dealer the install the cat-back system before I take delivery. I really don't want to keep the original exhaust, but at the same time, it is perfectly brand new and nothing wrong with it. It seems silly to just throw it away. Isn't there still some kind of dollar value attached to it? I would be happy for the dealer to install my system for free in exchange for keeping the factory system for themselves to repair someone else's car someday. I don't know... What do you think?

Some day 20 or so years from now someone will be restoring one of these cars and will pay top dollar to have one in mint condition.

Ted.

Heliwrench · 08-19-2009, 11:37 PM

So keep your heavy ass stock exhaust hiding somewhere for 20 years

SS/RS*ATX · 08-20-2009, 12:43 AM

I agree. I have always kept my stock parts when modding my cars over the years. Every time I sell my car, I sell the aftermarket parts for some kind of recoupe.

OUR72GTO · 08-20-2009, 02:47 AM

Put it in the rafters of the garage.

DaddySS · 08-20-2009, 03:47 AM

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SS/RS*ATX I agree. I have always kept my stock parts when modding my cars over the years. Every time I sell my car, I sell the aftermarket parts for some kind of recoupe.

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OUR72GTO Put it in the rafters of the garage.

Agree. Keeping the stock parts to return to stock if necessary is good insurance for the price of a little storage space.

GTAwheelman · 08-20-2009, 04:27 AM

plus if you tinker with enough stuff you never know when you could use those parts for something else.

HeavyD · 08-20-2009, 11:13 AM

If I had the room to store them, I would. I live in an apartment, no room for anything like that. I would hate to toss a practically brand new exhaust system. The intake is smaller, I would keep that no problem. From the pictures I have seen, it looks like the entire exhaust from the cats is welded as one piece. Is this true? I guess I would have to cut it into smaller pieces and figure out where to store it. Has anyone been offered any money for their old systems?

chrisgalles · 08-20-2009, 11:24 AM

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Originally Posted by HeavyD

If I had the room to store them, I would. I live in an apartment, no room for anything like that. I would hate to toss a practically brand new exhaust system. The intake is smaller, I would keep that no problem. From the pictures I have seen, it looks like the entire exhaust from the cats is welded as one piece. Is this true? I guess I would have to cut it into smaller pieces and figure out where to store it. Has anyone been offered any money for their old systems?

Keep it in the Pantry.... Camaro parts are way more important than food

08-19-2009, 04:30 PM	#1
HeavyD Drives: 1SSRS RY L99 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Ontario Posts: 1,329	What do you do with orginal exhaust/intake parts after upgrade? Hey all, I plan to install a cat-back system and CAI at some point. Just wondering what everyone is doing with the old parts? I would probably have the dealer the install the cat-back system before I take delivery. I really don't want to keep the original exhaust, but at the same time, it is perfectly brand new and nothing wrong with it. It seems silly to just throw it away. Isn't there still some kind of dollar value attached to it? I would be happy for the dealer to install my system for free in exchange for keeping the factory system for themselves to repair someone else's car someday. I don't know... What do you think?

08-19-2009, 06:59 PM	#3
AntiVnm Drives: '10 IBM Camaro Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Akron Ohio Posts: 147	I agree with chris. the only reason i would get rid of it would be if space was an issue. __________________ Dynateck 1 7/8 headers, CAI intake, Nitto DR, 3:73 Richmond gears, Vigilante 2800 stall converter, tune

08-19-2009, 07:36 PM	#4
redjewel Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS RJT Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Spring, TX Posts: 257	Kept the intake but no room for exhaust when I upgrade to cat back. __________________ 2SS RJT A6 Sunroof Polished Wheels. Delivered 5-22-09 by Classic Chevrolet Sugarland

08-19-2009, 09:03 PM	#5
Andro NOICE!!! ™ Drives: Force Fed 427 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: GOT BOOST? Posts: 5,214 View My Garage	Keep'um __________________

08-19-2009, 09:26 PM	#6
vdevine Drives: 2010 Black SS Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Virginia Posts: 605 View My Garage	Instantly threw mine in the trash can. __________________ Vince SS2 Black with CGM Stripes 3800 Born: 25 May VIN#12136 6000 Mine 26 June 2009 SLP Loudmouth II, NOWEEDS, BMR 1.4/1.0 Lowering Springs, Cold Air Inductions Intake, Tune, Eagle Eyes w HID, SLP "SS" Grille Insert, Pistol Grip Shifter, Hawk PC Pads, RGB Scanner, Tint, Headlight Armor, Clear Bra, 22's.

08-19-2009, 04:55 PM	#2
chrisgalles TEXAS FIGHT! Drives: Awesome Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Longview, Tx Posts: 1,226	Every car that I've customized, I've always kept the original factory parts. You never know when something might go wrong and you have to put the original back on while you wait for a replacement... or you may be in financial trouble and might not be able to afford a replacement and will have to go back to stock. Just my 0.02.

08-19-2009, 11:37 PM	#8
Heliwrench Drives: 2010 Black 1SS Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Langley BC Posts: 666	So keep your heavy ass stock exhaust hiding somewhere for 20 years

08-20-2009, 12:43 AM	#9
SS/RS*ATX Drives: Acura TSX, 2SS/RS Man. Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: ATX Posts: 66	I agree. I have always kept my stock parts when modding my cars over the years. Every time I sell my car, I sell the aftermarket parts for some kind of recoupe.

08-20-2009, 02:47 AM	#10
OUR72GTO 2010 SIM Beige RS 6M Drives: SIM RS 6M 66 Corvair Silverado LTZ Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Kamloops,British Columbia Posts: 4,677	Put it in the rafters of the garage. __________________ CAMARO.. 2010 The Heart Beat is back in CHEVROLET Now let's put it back in America

08-20-2009, 04:27 AM	#12
GTAwheelman Drives: 1985 Camaro Sport Coupe Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: IL Posts: 188 View My Garage	plus if you tinker with enough stuff you never know when you could use those parts for something else.

08-20-2009, 11:13 AM	#13
HeavyD Drives: 1SSRS RY L99 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Ontario Posts: 1,329	If I had the room to store them, I would. I live in an apartment, no room for anything like that. I would hate to toss a practically brand new exhaust system. The intake is smaller, I would keep that no problem. From the pictures I have seen, it looks like the entire exhaust from the cats is welded as one piece. Is this true? I guess I would have to cut it into smaller pieces and figure out where to store it. Has anyone been offered any money for their old systems?

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