8v A3 Quattro Valved Catback Exhaust System

Are you ready to radically transform the driving experience in your Audi 8v A3 2.0T Quattro? Take your docile, stock exhaust and replace it with the ECS Tuning in-house engineered Valved Catback Exhaust System! Our proprietary valved muffler design allows you to toggle between a mild-mannered, sporty Euro. exhaust note, with the valves closed, to a deep, aggressive sound with the valves open. Intoxicating exhaust notes fuel your desire to push your engine to its limits with every ounce of power and every engine revolution. Experience true driving passion with our ECS Valved Catback Exhaust System!

PART DESIGN

• In-house designed and engineered using FARO ARM laser scanning technology and SolidWorks 3D CAD modeling for precision fitment 

• 3.0" T304 Stainless Steel CNC Mandrel Bent, Brushed Tubing with 1.25mm wall thickness

• The beautifully crafted final assembly is artfully Tig-welded and back purged for superior durability and the finest appearance

• A stainless steel, wool packed resonator cuts down on unwanted drone

• Features a straight-through 3.0" flow path leading up to the muffler assembly which then splits into dual 2.5" tailpipes for the least amount of restriction and turbulence 

• Valved Muffler Design:

  • In-house engineered to achieve the most desirable exhaust notes with the largest delta between valve "closed" and valve "open" driving conditions 

  • Perforated tubing combined with stainless wool packing material helps to absorb unwanted volume and minimize drone throughout a specific RPM range

  • Vacuum-actuated exhaust valves provide outstanding reliability in the harshest conditions. Unlike electronic servo motors that are prone to failure, our exhaust valves have been tested in thousands of applications and have proven to be reliable. 

• ECS Valved Catback Weight: 48 lbs with exhaust tips and downpipe adapter 

• T304 Stainless Steel 12mm barbed exhaust hangers, featuring 360° hanger stoppers, are Tig-Welded in OE locations for precise location

• Strategically placed slip joints provide the most adjustability to obtain perfect fitment

• Designed to maximize ground clearance while still being compatible with aftermarket components, such as larger rear sway bars. 

KIT CONTENTS

• Downpipe adapters (2); 1 for OEM (65mm) downpipe, 1 for 3.0" downpipe, ending at OEM location

• Accuseal style clamps (4)

• OEM diameter (65mm) sleeve clamp 

• 3.0" Resonator / Midpipe Assembly

• Valved Muffler Assembly

• ECS 4.0" Swivel Exhaust Tips (2) - Choose chrome, black chrome or carbon fiber

• Exhaust Valve Controller Installation Kit

  • Remote Key Fobs (QTY 2)
  • Valved Solenoid Control Module with wiring harness to connect control module to pneumatic solenoid
  • Pneumatic Control Solenoid 
  • Silicone Vacuum Tubing  (2mm ID x 16.5' length [QTY 2]) w/ cable ties and T-tap
  • Brass Tee Fittings (2mm nipple [QTY 2])
  • Vacuum Check Valve (2mm nipple)

PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT

• Our ECS Tuning 8v A3 Quattro Valved Catback Exhaust System was designed, engineered, tested and quality inspected by our Research and Development team in our Wadsworth, Ohio facility. We strive for the highest level of precision and quality through leading-edge product development technology including FARO laser scanning for reverse engineering and quality inspection, SolidWorks 3D CAD modeling, rapid prototyping utilizing our in-house 3D printer, and rigorous long term product testing. 

INSTALLATION AND SUPPORT

• Looking for installation tips? Look no further, we put together a full installation tutorial from start to finish including how to remove your OEM parts! See our Installation PDF under the INSTALLATION Tab for more information. 

• * A manifold vacuum source is required to activate the interactive exhaust valves --- This is NOT included but available under ES#2986667 (intake manifold port) or ES#2984817 (throttle body)*