There is just no end to the stuff that I want to fix on my Westy.  The
exhaust system is horrible.  Apparently, a PO was in Mexico, suffered
problems, and had a mechanic bastardize the system any way he could.
I'd like to consider replacing the whole system.  I'd like to go high
quality and original parts if at all possible.  I guess I need whatever
the bits coming off the engine are (help!), the heat exchangers, the
crossover, muffler, tailpipe, et cetera.  I have a few questions:

Any recommendations on who to buy it all from?  Past experiences?

I currently have no catalytic converter.  I think my Westy was built for
Canada.  Can I add one now?  Should I?  I'd like to be environmentally
responsible if at all possible.

Can I do this myself?  I don't have a welding torch.  I'm pretty good
with problem solving and tools but I'm new to working on vehicles.  I
have a brother-in-law who's a mechanic that I might be able to get to
help if I need him.

Anything else I should take into account?

Thanks,

\/\/i!!y

1980 Westy "Jazzy"