I just installed a Techtonics system, 2.5", Borla muffler from the downpipe back on my B5 Passat. I'm very pleased with it. It is not a loud system, but my car is totally stock also. The install of the downpipe was the only real hurdle as I didn't remove the cat, the rest of the system was a breeze to install. I do plan on more upgrades, but this is worth the money as a great starting point.

@StevesGarage

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! I've had mine on the car and still love it. Like you said, it's not too loud, but definitely a nice sound. Now that my car isn't a daily I'd like to make it a bit louder, but it's definitely not a priority. Glad you enjoy it and checked out the video!

i have their 2.5" downpipe and just it alone made a noticeable difference in the way the turbo spools; so much more room for gases to go through the turbine and waste gate compared to the smaller, cramped area on the stock downpipe...now I just need to get their true 2.5" (resonated) cat-back (either stainless or aluminized); not sure if borla or magnaflow muffler makes a difference other than in price...cheers, long live wagons...

@StevesGarage

5 жыл бұрын

K03sport I'd like to run an open down pipe just to try it. I didn't get the chance when I installed it. From my understanding the difference between Borla and Magnaflow is that Borla is slightly louder. I went with the Magnaflow, so I can't give you much detail on the Borla. If you live in a snow/salt state I would definitely go for the stainless over aluminized!

Is that Northern Green for paint? My Passat is the same color!😁 Anyways how easy was this to install? Thinking about getting these for (you guessed it) my Passat. Any recommendations? Can be as loud as can be, I got a couple buddies with straight pipe BUT this car is my daily so not a whole lot of racecar.

@StevesGarage

4 жыл бұрын

Good eye! It's actually Bright Green Pearl, which isn't offered on the Passats, and Northern Green isn't offered on Jettas/Golfs. It's definitely close though! The install was super easy. Getting the old rusted junk out was the most time consuming part. My Jetta is also a daily, and at the time I needed to pass state inspection, so my car has a high flow cat and resonator. It could absolutely be louder, but it also doesn't drone, sounds great at any speed, and doesn't make me go deaf driving it. I also don't get a check engine light if that matters to you. Let me know if you have any other questions!

What happen to the Borla muffler?

@StevesGarage

4 жыл бұрын

When I bought the system you could chose Borla or Magnaflow. Honestly, I don't even remember why haha. I believe I read Magnaflow was a bit quieter which I wanted at the time because of where I lived. I have no qualms with it, as a daily it was great. I wouldn't mind a little more sound because I no longer daily the car, but going louder is easier than making it quieter.

Did you have to TIG weld the SS parts together or just use clamps? Seems like clamps would be a bit janky.

@StevesGarage

4 жыл бұрын

I used the clamps that it came with. You can upgrade to V-Band clamps which are supposed to be better, but I didn't. In all honesty, I was expecting to need to the get the system welded, but it's held up great. Been on the car for 4 years now and I have zero complaints or issues.

@adamkorekach9936

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks my friend. Good to know. I am a welder, but have never TIG’d to this point. Good to know that it’s all DIY and pretty simple. I’m debating whether or not to wrap in heat shield type tape as well.

@StevesGarage

4 жыл бұрын

@@adamkorekach9936 Don't quote me on this, as I don't have personal experience with it. BUT, what I've read is that the fabric wrap is great if the car is not going to be exposed to water regularly. The wrap holds moisture, so light water or any moisture from humidity will get burned off, but regular rain or snow from daily driving your car will destroy the pipes.

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@StevesGarage

3 жыл бұрын

You're right, good eye!

Is this one resonated or no resonator?

@StevesGarage

2 жыл бұрын

Resonated. I don't have experience with non-resonated, but this doesn't drone on the highway. I'm not sure how much sound you lose, but I'd rather it not drone than be a little louder.

Resonated or non-resonated?

@StevesGarage

6 жыл бұрын

ramses1775 Mine is resonated. I called Techtonics before ordering, and they said the non resonated is a little louder but drones more. I do a lot of highway driving, so I definitely didn't want that.

@100PROOF-G

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brother! Didn't know if you would respond after so long. I hope all is well. Blessings to you

@StevesGarage

6 жыл бұрын

ramses1775 I do my best to reply to every comment! Let me know if I can help you with anything else!

@100PROOF-G

6 жыл бұрын

Steve's Garage I have a mk4 GTi that's in pretty good shape. I just want a little more noise and flow. Don't know which company to choose

@StevesGarage

6 жыл бұрын

ramses1775 TT is expensive, but to me it's totally been worth the money. It's not loud at idle, but if you get on it it's loud enough to notice but not attract cops. The fitment was perfect and install was easy. I also went with the high flow cat, and I don't have a CEL which is perfect for me because I have a state inspection where I live. The install was super simple, and I haven't touched it since which is what I wanted. I'd much rather spend a little more money to do a job once, rather than replacing defective parts and such. That being said, it all depends on your budget, and what will work best for you.