LEGACY 1999 B4 replacing exhaust

[1999B4]

Hi all,

Recently bought a aftermarket bolt on exhaust to replace the factory back box on my legacy b4 was wondering how to replace the exhaust it is an electronic one, I noticed that the actuator is connected to the exhaust which opens the by pass valve when the secondary turbo kicks in how can i remove the cable connecting to the exhaust?

Also what are the pros/cons associated with replacing the exhaust any problems with the of the electrics, turbo spool back pressure etc have been reading on forum sites saying that aftermarket one will increase the flow and decreased back pressure will this have an impact on the primary turbo i.e. spool, premature wear etc..

Just after the Subbie rumble LOL. Any info will be appreciated.

[Jord]

Most will probably have just had the wire cut. If you look in the boot compartment where the jack lives, you can see the actuator. Theres probably a way of disconnecting from there.

As for turbo/spool issues thats more an issue with replacing the entire exhaust, rather than just the rear muffler.Changing the rear box will give you the sound you drsire.

[kiwisurf]

Just disconnect it at the actuator. The 2 stage mufflers generally fall apart. Remember to tuck the cable out of the way as it will hang down otherwise...no issue to the electrics in your car.

[1999B4]

 kiwisurf said:

Just disconnect it at the actuator. The 2 stage mufflers generally fall apart. Remember to tuck the cable out of the way as it will hang down otherwise...no issue to the electrics in your car.

Have tried playing around with the wire connecting to it in the boot don\'t think that I can disconnect from there, how can I disconnect from the exhaust will add photos. Dont really want to cut the wire as I might have to change the exhaust back to the factory depending whether or not I prefer the new one. The aftermarket one is a diff back Kaikamoto big bore with 5" tip anyone know if they are good quality?

Boot Actuator

Exhaust

thanks in advance.

[Prodrivebugeye]

I just uplugged the electrical connections to the actuator and poked the cable hanging bynthe exhaust up into the hole it came from. No probs so far