My exhaust is fairly rusted out, especially right after the cat. I have been driving the car like this for a few years and DIY patching the holes as needed. The car developed its own hum and I got used to the sound and slight loss of performance.
Recently the car has started to stumble and shake, the exhaust noise has increased and the exhaust has produced some very potent smells.
So, I am trying to get the car running decently again, I have read a few posts about cutting the pipes and removing sections of the exhaust - i think the resonator? What are your thoughts on cutting the pipes right behind the cat? would the car still run?
I am looking for the most economical solution here.
Thanks in advance,
Luke