
MarmiteBoy321
2014 T5.1 Cali Ocean SE 180 DSG
VIP Member
Hi, I wanted to do a (short term) fix on a split outer casing on my rear exhaust silencer (2014 T5 Cali Ocean). The outer layer had rusted and split open at one point - it's all been quite rusty for a while but passed MoT OK in July, and no actual holes (yet!). So, I bought a pack of Holts wide metal exhaust banding for £7. Don't need Gun Gum for this particular job, as no holes need to be sealed. Then I ordered 3 metres length hose clamp kit https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CB7HVL7D?tag=unique09f-21 (many others available) and wrapped a length of the metal band around the silencer to secure the aluminium exhaust band over the split. See photos. Tighten up using the hose clip kit (easy to use) and Bob's the proverbial. OK, it's a bit of a bodge (but looks quite neat I thought!), but should last until well into next year before I think about replacing the whole system . Oh, and I used the Cali scissor jack to raise the vehicle plus axle stand and blocks of wood to help keep it safe when raised.




