Need Help w/ New Exhaust - Rusted Hole in Piping!

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2003.5 Ti MSP
Hey guys, I just got my new midpipe installed and the cars running pretty good! The mufflers been sagging lately (cheap axle-back that the previous owner had put on) since I put the midpipe on and last sunday it became apparent that there was somethign else causing the sagging besides the midpipe. Well I lay down and look under the bumper and what do I see? SWEET! a rusted hole in my axle-back piping! YES! what a pos.

So basically, I'm now in need of a new exhaust. I don't know whether to go catback or just axleback as I didnt plan on spending that much money on exhaust but now I have to spend more than the 100 I jsut put into the midpipe.

If I go catback, the only moderately inexpensive option I've found is the Greddy SP2 which has been on sale a lot lately. As far as axlebacks, which I would probably rather due, do to the cheaper (?) price, I know almost nothing. All I've seen is the Mazdaspeed axleback adn I've searched quite a bit for a different brand. As well, with my midpipe already replaced, is it worth going with a catback performance wise? The car is stock besides the midpipe and forge BOV

Any advice is appreciated as the muffler is now being held on by a wire coat hanger.


Cliff Notes: Looking for a new exhaust, catback or axle-back, to replace rusty and inservicable axle-back. Should I invest in catback or axleback (is there any real performance to be gained in catback) and can anyone reccommend any good options. thanks!
 
Another option would be to have a new pipe welded in to replace the section that is bad. As long as you like the sound of the muffler and its serviceable, that is your cheapest route. Go see and exhaust shop and get an estimate.
 

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