So my standard back box is starting to blow, not much right now, but it will get worse. So the question is, back box delete, or do they sound terrible and should a smaller back box be fitted for some extra (not mad loud) sound. Rest of the system is stock, and I can't afford a full system right now so will just upgrade as bits go (or I get more cash). I've heard a few people do a back box delete, but recently my exhaust blew at a joint and prior to clamping a short section in, it was not bearable. Fun for an hour, but if thats normal for a full exhaust with out a box, then I'm out. Has anyone just popped a smaller back box on for a bit of extra sound? Heres hoping to the down pipe blowing soon....

I think a pipe would be VERY loud.  A new backbox is £200 from TPS also.

I think a pipe would be VERY loud.  A new backbox is £200 from TPS also.

£200?! Thats a fair way to a cat back system. So a generic back box...or one from my local longlife place I'm sure would be a cheaper option.

I am sure you could get a stainless for that, although longlife? :P

As least youll know it fits.  For a full cat back though you are looking 350-400.

They dont make 'generic' backboxes.  You have to get them from Skoda/TPS.

I tried mine without a back box... was way too loud and sounded aweful.

Not only loud and a loss of power, I believe it's also illegal in the uk to delete the backbox due to noise regulations and MOT..

I tried mine without a back box... was way too loud and sounded aweful.

Good to know. 

 

Not only loud and a loss of power, I believe it's also illegal in the uk to delete the backbox due to noise regulations and MOT..

I don't think its illegal to delete it, think its only illegal if fails MOT, maybe for noise or emissions, but not due to lack of back box