Will this stainless steel exhaust manifold bolt right up to my 1987 Vanagon?

Yes, absolutely! Our stainless steel exhaust manifold is designed as a direct fit for all 1986-91 Vanagons, both 2WD and 4WD models. The flange positions are identical to the original factory locations, making installation straightforward whether you're replacing just the collector or upgrading your entire exhaust system.

How much lighter is this stainless exhaust manifold compared to the stock one?

You'll notice a significant difference! This USA-made stainless steel exhaust manifold is about half the weight of the original cast iron part. This reduction in weight can contribute to a better overall feel and less stress on your Vanagon's mounting points. It's a durable and lighter upgrade for your exhaust.

I want my exhaust system to look good. Will this manifold stay shiny?

That's a great question. While this manifold is constructed from high-quality, durable stainless steel made right here in the USA, it's designed for longevity and performance rather than a consistently polished look. Over time, like most stainless steel exhaust components, it will achieve a patina and may not maintain a mirror-shiny appearance. However, its structural integrity and performance will remain top-notch.

What kind of warranty comes with this stainless steel exhaust manifold?

We stand behind our products! This stainless steel exhaust manifold comes with a limited lifetime warranty against structural failure for the original purchaser. This ensures you have confidence in its long-term durability and performance for your Vanagon's exhaust system.

Stainless Exhaust Manifold (Collector)

Name: Stainless Exhaust Manifold (Collector)
SKU: 025-251-217-SS
Price: 147.95 USD
Availability: InStock

Stainless Exhaust Manifold (Collector)

Product:	025-251-217-SS
Works With:	1986-1991
Manufacturer:	GoWesty
Availability:	Good Stock

$147.95

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We are very proud to offer our 100% USA-made stainless steel exhaust components for Vanagon. Quality, affordability, and longevity with a lifetime warranty.

This exhaust manifold (also known as the "collector") connects the two header pipes to the "J" pipe. It is half the weight of the original cast iron part!

Direct fit for all 1986-91 2WD and 4WD. That's right—we designed this part to fit both 2WD and Syncro. In addition, we kept the flange positions in the same, exact factory locations. So this part is interchangeable with the corresponding, original VW exhaust component. This allows you to replace your aging exhaust system with these stainless steel parts piece by piece, or all at once with our complete exhaust kit.

Materials note: This GoWesty stainless steel exhaust system will not stay shiny and aesthetically perfect—but it will last, and we value longevity over aesthetics. For the complete story on stainless steel metallurgy, please click here.