Exhaust Question 1992 190e 2.6 - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

96C220 · #1 02-01-2003, 12:34 AM

Ok... I have a question.

I have a 92 190e 2.6

I dont want to get a "genneric" rear muffler for it, I found an ansa cat back exhaust that is supposedly designed to fit the 190e 2.3 from 84-88 on e-bay.

I e-mailed the seller, and he said it wont be bolt on on my car. He didnt seem too knowledgeable beyond what his application guide told him.

My question is - How much different is the 2.3's exhaust from the 2.6's specifically the muffler. Will the muffler have the same hanger locations etc.... I really dont mind having the pipe to connect to my exhaust fabricated, but I want the hangers to be in the proper locations....

Anyone have any idea? I'm hoping someone can shed some light on the situation.

Thanks in advance for the help -

George - e-mail = george@parts4sale.com

JDUB · #2 02-01-2003, 02:38 AM

The 2.6 exhaust system is totally different. I suggest you buy one made for the 2.6 engine. The 2.6 uses a dual system that merges to a single. The 2.3 is single all the way.

96C220 · #3 02-01-2003, 02:57 AM

I'm assuming once we get down to the muffler, the merge you describe is pretty much complete, and there is one pipe heading to the muffler.....

I just want to replace the muffler section, with something that has some more attractive tips, and looks and sounds a bit sportier.

If the 2.6 and 2.3 use similar muffler designs, and same hanger locations, I think this will suit my purposes, as its priced only slightly higher than a universal "rice rocket" muffler would cost.

Thanks again for the help,

George