no problem. like i said, its designed as an OEM replacement part, not an aftermarket performance part. thus the sub-$100 price. if you want a larger performance pipe (or even simply stainless steel) you'll need to pay 3 times as much for the labree or one of the others that are made.

 

Most likely not since the stock exhaust will be the restriction at that point. I ran a stock down pipe with a 2.5" exhaust when I made 200whp and ran 14.29 at 97 mph with a K03.

 

Was/is the original downpipe stainless steel?

 

nope.

 

I got the 3" catless from 034 Motorsports. It's pricey but a solid piece!