My mechanic was replacing the O2 sensor on my '02 4Runner and noticed my frame had a few holes in it. She also noticed the flanges on the catalytic converter pipes were really rusted out. When you block the exhaust, you can feel air exhausting at the connection between the manifold pipe and the catalytic pipe. I have a "new" OEM muffler and pipe from muffler back.
I am thinking of having a muffler shop cut out that connection mentioned above and weld a section of pipe in its place. By the way, you cannot unbolt that section. Too rusty and bolt heads have disappeared. I'm not in a financial position to buy those 2 front pipes.
Also, I have done some googling and found there are shops that make repair frame kits for 4Runners. Do you have a suggestion or multiple suggestions?
I would like to have some ideas before I carry the car to my local exhaust guy.
I am thinking of having a muffler shop cut out that connection mentioned above and weld a section of pipe in its place. By the way, you cannot unbolt that section. Too rusty and bolt heads have disappeared. I'm not in a financial position to buy those 2 front pipes.
Also, I have done some googling and found there are shops that make repair frame kits for 4Runners. Do you have a suggestion or multiple suggestions?
I would like to have some ideas before I carry the car to my local exhaust guy.