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S/V_Surya · 26-06-2009, 09:21

I thought it was common knowledge to not use stainless on any exhaust components. Diesel exhaust has sulfuric acid component that eats welds. Case in point my Volvo diesel muffler I bought from dealer for $200.00 back in early 80s.

26-06-2009, 09:21	#5
S/V_Surya Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Chesapeake Bay near Elkton Boat: gulfstar ketch 41 Surya Posts: 67	I thought it was common knowledge to not use stainless on any exhaust components. Diesel exhaust has sulfuric acid component that eats welds. Case in point my Volvo diesel muffler I bought from dealer for $200.00 back in early 80s.