In a message dated 11/8/01 6:12:32 AM, RAlanen@AOL.COM writes:

<< > I am replacing my exhaust system and am wondering if there is any

> substitute to the muffler strap.  Its a bit expensive and seems like I

> should be able to make something else work.

>

       Blake, if you were to use the STREBO/Vanagon Stainless Steel Muffler

which comes with its own integral mounting bracket then you would not need

the expensive VW OEM brackets. >>

Now there is some real economy.

Rich