There's a hole in the muffler--obviously it needs to be replaced.
The question is what with? I want something that's going to last and not break the bank. Not interested in "throaty sound" or "more power" or any of that crap, just want something that makes things quiet again and I won't have to futz with for another 10 years or so.
So, OEM, or is there a particular aftermarket product that would be good? Note that it's a welded assembly so near as I can tell OEM means the entire catback has to be replaced, which looks like around 500 bucks after you figure in shipping.
Also, any tricks I need to be aware of? If I do the catback do I just cut the old pipe off long enough to have a handle and slit at the cat and work it back and forth or is there something special I have to do there (the service manual says heat it red hot and go after it with an air hammer).