**HOLE in FLEX PIPE-ADVICE needed**

[Nycxeracer]

I have a hole in my flex pipe, and it's apparently about the size of a golf ball. Any idea if this effects perfomance being damaged like this? I mean i could understand the physics of losing air flow, but is it really that signifigant to lose HP and TQ?

Meineke said they'd replace it for around 40 bucks. HMMM, any idea what should be the best route for me? THANKS.

[WiKKeDV16]

cant remember if it will remove power.. i mean id assume no.. but it will make ur car sound like ass if u havent noticed.. i mean.. its like running open header.. sorta.. but not really.. i dont think ull lose power though.. just sound quality

[91accord4door]

k,that hole will make you loose back pressure,i have almost all my mesh gone,around here the estimates for my flex pipe to be fixed was $150.00.you will feel a difference when driving,also it will get worse quick.i let mine go a now it sounds like a truck,and gets me high if i have the window open.get it fixed asap $40.00 is great.good luck.

[Sho Nuff]

I have the exact same problem, The car really sounds bad. The top of my mesh is gone, and i feel a loss of power. Not as responsive. My uncle quoted me 50 bux. I will see if meineke will do it cheaper, since i dont feel like driving 40 miles to his shop.

[accordztech]

you loose power and gas milage....150 for a fixer..what a rip....

go to an auto store and get some muffler tape, and wrap that area and put some muffler clue on it. you will be fine.