2003 Volkswagen passat v6 exhaust repair

Replacing the factory band holding 2 pieces of exhaust pipe together

[@randynelson3972]

You didn't lock the band clamp all the way down You need a deep socket. You should see the band and bolts come together and the stainless band should deform and mold around the pipe.

[@bilalahmed2123]

looks like a nice alternative.

[@fretman6]

I beleive you should be using a sealant between the exhaust pipes and the band clamp.

[@ksprague1994]

Would have been helpful if he said what size band clamp he used....

[@ksprague1994]

Did he say pipe is 2 inches?

[@gabrielday2985]

E20ST is the part # or E22ST depending on which one you prefer.

[@nicsellers6111]

do you know what the part number is for the replacement clamp

[@andrewv6118]

I think OEM is the best

[@dizzvenegas2699]

Will it run if you take them off

[@jimmycrackcorn2681]

This One time at band clamp....