From a rusted-out flex pipe to a full custom exhaust system for a truck build, Ryan handles it. He welds -- which means he can fabricate, not just replace off-the-shelf parts.
Gus Automotive handles the full range of exhaust work -- from patching a leaking pipe to building a custom exhaust system from scratch. Ryan welds, which sets him apart from shops that can only swap bolt-on parts. If a standard replacement part does not fit your application, he can make one that does.
An exhaust leak is more than a noise problem. Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, and a leak close to the passenger cabin is a safety concern. Leaks also affect engine performance and back pressure. Common leak locations include the exhaust manifold, the flex pipe on front-wheel-drive vehicles, mid-pipe connections, and joints that have corroded through over time. Ryan inspects the full system on the lift and repairs what is actually leaking.
A failed muffler is loud, plain and simple. Mufflers corrode from the inside out because condensation accumulates inside the shell. If your vehicle sounds significantly louder than it did six months ago, the muffler is likely the culprit. We can replace it with a direct-fit unit or, if you want a different sound or a better-flowing design, he can install something appropriate for your vehicle and your preference.
Not every exhaust job is a simple part swap. If you have a truck, a performance application, or a vehicle with an unusual configuration where off-the-shelf parts do not fit properly, We can build a custom system. He bends and welds exhaust pipe to fit, which means the finished product fits correctly and is installed cleanly rather than cobbled together with a chain of adapters and clamps.
Ryan's welding capability extends beyond exhaust work. See the Welding page for the full scope, but exhaust fabrication is where the capability is most often applied. For customers with trucks and equipment, this means unusual repair situations that most shops would turn away can often be handled here.
The exhaust system affects both how your vehicle sounds and how it performs. A restrictive system robs horsepower. A system that is too free-flowing can hurt low-end torque on certain engines. We will talk through the tradeoffs if you are looking for a performance upgrade, and he will match the system to your goals and your vehicle rather than selling you the loudest available option.
Most repairs at Gus Automotive are backed by the NAPA AutoCare warranty -- honored at over 14,000 shops coast to coast. Learn more ›
Call to describe what you need and We can give you an idea of what is involved before you bring the vehicle in.