2005 MCSa
mid-chassis, just under the support plate...both ends broken/rusted at pipe connection...is there a replacement bracket for this or is a new exhaust needed?...was making clanking noises on some bumps and that prompted the undercarriage investigation...I zip-tied them away from the pipe for now...any suggestions appreciated ---John

 

For a well equipped shop, it should be easy to fabricate and weld a new bracket. New exhaust systems are pretty pricey and this seems like a simple fix for someone with the right tools and knowhow.

 

It's not so much a bracket as it is two outreaching pices of 4 inch round stock welded to the pipe.

But if it's just the quirky looking rubber mounts that failed you can replace those.

 

the round stock broke off at the pipe on both sides...rusted away

 

A decent exhaust shop should be able to bend a piece of rod to wrap below the pipe and stick out both sides into the hanger rubber pieces, and tack it to the pipe in a couple of spots. Maybe grind down the stubs of the originals while they're at it.

 

that's probably my best bet...that hanger doesnt seem to provide much support anyway
thanks for all your help guys !

 

Without replacing the stock exhaust the mounts in the middle above #8 in the diagram are welded in place.

I was think you might be able to tack back if its not rusted that bad or fab up a new rod using some of the hardware from the rear. Since they have a similar design. #17 and 18.






Supporting Bracket - Left


http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/SiteSearch/18201493798/ES39895/



and

Supporting Bracket - Right


http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/SiteSearch/18201493797/




Clean the coating , bend them straight, cut and tack them on.

That might work.

Thanks