I have a 2002 Accord 2.3 sedan with 175K, runs great, I want to keep it going.

Exhaust rusted out at the flange between the B-pipe and muffler. I don't think it can be repaired.

The Walker muffler gets good online reviews, but their B-pipe does not. OEM B-pipe is $486 and on back order. So not an option.

Can you recommend a brand of aftermarket B-pipe that would be good quality? Thanks.

 

ANSA HD17105 autozone etc has it

 

I fixed the leak using a new Walker muffler, new gasket, and this split flange.

https://www.autozone.com/emission-control-and-exhaust/exhaust-pipe-adapter-connector/p/surebilt-1-3-4in-to-2in-laminated-split-flange/110785_0_0

Not perfect, but quiet.

I was able to clean up the end of the B-pipe and re-use it.

My first attempt to fix it was a fail. New muffler with 2-piece AP exhaust midpipe. The AP midpipe
was very loud. I do not recommend it.

The AP I used looks a lot like the Ansa HD17195 mentioned above.

 

Thanks for the feedback. Glad you got it sorted

I was just trying to find whatever was the most cost ewffective solution to your problem but seems you found an even better one. Good job!