There have been some really nice looking Stainless Steel exhaust systems for sale on AudiWorld lately. Many of them are attractively priced and very tempting, but alas, I am saving my $$$ for a few non-automotive toys. Besides, I'm not sure if I want to make my 2.0t any louder than it already is.

So I got to thinking, the stock system is Stainless. Maybe I could shine it up a bit. There have been a lot of repaving projects lately in town, so the first step for me was to remove all the tar and crud from the mufflers and tips. I used a little Tarminator and a few paper towels and the crud came right off.

Here's one side, with the crud removed. As you can see, the factory welding left a lot of discoloration and slag.
<img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/990/muff-1.jpg">

I used some polish I picked up at the Auto store and was surprised at how easily the discoloration came off. I only spent a few minutes on each muffler and tip and it made a big difference.
<img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/990/muff-2.jpg">

Here's both sides from a distance.
<img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/990/muff-3.1.jpg">

This is the polish I used. I never heard of it before, but it did a great job. It also removed the soot from the tips quickly.
<img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/990/muff-4.jpg">

Anyway, not bad for $5 and 15-minutes of work. :-)

Robert

portion. Not that it's even visible from behind or anything. Anyway, a great, cheap upgrade. From those following the car, it looks aftermarket.

The entire exhaust will look like chrome when done!! Made my B6 and B7 look great!

<center><img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/66855/pipe1.jpg"></center><p>This stuff is awesome!

whats a Dremmel polishing tip and where can i find one?

Great discovery guys!!