Unitronic High-Flow Stainless Steel Downpipe for VW/Audi MQB (FWD)

Constructed of 3" T304 stainless steel mandrel-bent tubing, T316 stainless steel flanges, a corrugated stainless steel flex section, and TIG welded fabrication, this downpipe is built to withstand the test of time, while performing to the max. All Unitronic downpipes come equipped with a 200-cell high flow metallic catalytic converter and all transitions are flow-matched to allow for maximum performance and airflow.

In addition, Unitronic exhausts feature an easy-to-use v-band exhaust fastening system to ensure a fast and effortless installation and precise fitment. To finish it off, an OEM-inspired catalytic converter heat-shield protects against unwanted heat radiating in the exhaust tunnel. Every Unitronic Exhaust System comes equipped with a brushed matte finish for an elegant appearance that will last a lifetime. There's simply nothing like it!

Features / Benefits

• 3-inch T304 Stainless Steel Mandrel Bent Tubing: Quality Material that will not rust and will outlast your vehicule
• T316 stainless steel v-band flange flanges: Durable and rust proof
• Direct bolt-on fitment with OEM mounting locations: Use all Factory mounting location on the engine and on front subframe.
• Locked V-band Rotation: Securing downpipe to the engine assure no possible v-band flange rotation during hard acceleration
• Factory catalyst position: Assure maximum efficiency of the catalytic converter in line with OEM catalytic converter warm up strategy.
• 200-cell metallic matrix high-flow catalyst: Highly durable Matrix allowing minimal power loss while assuring maximum efficiency
• OEM-inspired catalytic converter heat shield: Help to reduce radiant heat in the engine bay.
• 80mm to 76.2mm turbo to downpipe transition: Assure a smooth flow transition between Turbine housing and 3” Stainless steel piping.
• OEM Oxygen sensor placement: No need for O2 sensor extension or modification of the wiring harness
• 8-inch Corrugated stainless steel flex section: High quality flex that will stay leak proof for years. It allows engine movement without stressing the factory rubber mounts
• TIG welded construction: Professionally hand welded to assure longevity and leak proof.
• Unique v-band fastening system featuring Clampco® clamps: Maintain a perfect alignment every time while insuring a leak proof connection

Hardware Included

• Unitronic 3" Catatlytic Converter Section
• Unitronic 3" Flex Section
• Unitronic 3" Midpipe Section
• 3 in TO 65 mm Reducer
• Unitronic 3" V-Band Exhaust Clamps
• Unitronic 3" V-Band Sealing Rings
• All Necessary Hardware Included

Recommended Software

• Stage 2
• Stage 2+

Install

Featuring a unique v-band fastening system and engineered using the latest in 3D modeling technology, Unitronic Performance Exhaust Systems are made easy to install.