So the downpipe needs to be replaced all together. It's cracked at the juncture where solid metal changes to flex metal. It will never be strong after welding.

I have to order a downpipe, and then when it arrives i can take it to the good shop here and he'll put it in for "around 100$" He means the best but it usually ends up that he's underestimated.

Is it possible for me to install a downpipe myself? Does one need the vehicle to be raised quite a lot for this project?