Can you tell me the name of the little Flex pipe between the flange and catalytic converter?

Tiny
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I need to know the name of the braided wire pipe between the flange and the catalytic converter and the length it is supposed to be. So I can order a new one. Thank you for your time. Also, if you could please submit a diagram of my fuse box because this is the one that was in my car, thank you.
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Monday, January 18th, 2021 AT 6:32 AM

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Tiny
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Hi,

The original part is a single unit with the catalytic converter and is called front exhaust pipe with 3 way catalytic converter. Check the figure 1 below.

Check the figures below from fig1 to fig 8 for fuse diagram.

Let us know if you need more help.

Thank you.
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Monday, January 18th, 2021 AT 8:02 AM
Tiny
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Hi there, umm yes I know it's the exhaust pipe. But the piece that is the braided wire piece is the part I need the name for. I've looked it up on Rockauto. Com an it is the in the exhaust and emissions (pipe category flex pipe connecter). I don't understand it and also I need the length so I get the right one. They already have 1 on my car that's too big for my exhaust. I'm pretty sure mine takes the 4" it's really small. Thank you for your time.
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Monday, January 18th, 2021 AT 11:49 AM
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Hi again,

braided wire piece you can't purchase by itself it's a single unit with the catalytic converter as a one piece. Check the part catalytic converter at Rock Auto you will find it as a single unit.

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Monday, January 18th, 2021 AT 1:58 PM
Tiny
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Umm i'm sorry, but i've got to disagree with you sir. Here is a picture of a bunch of them separately, different sizes and what not. It's under (tools, universal parts, exhaust and emissions, pipe, flex pipe connecter. ) I'm just not sure the size for my vehicle. If you could help me with this i'd greatly appreciate it. Thank you for your time.
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Monday, January 18th, 2021 AT 4:26 PM
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Hello,

Yes, aftermarket parts you can have separate units, but in original VW catalogue it's a one piece unit.

It's better to measure on your exhaust to get the proper size, I asked a friend of mine VW specialist, if your exhaust is original core size is 2 inch and the length 4 inch, take measurements for proper fit on your car.

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Tuesday, January 19th, 2021 AT 2:05 AM
Tiny
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Okay, and yes thank you for your help. I'm not sure the length it's supposed to be? I believe it is 4" in length and I already know the dia from having to work on the exhaust. That's why I've got problems they have a piece on there I believe it is 6"or bigger because it doesn't want to go over the crossmember properly and has caused me all kinds of problems. But once again I thank you for your time.
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Wednesday, January 20th, 2021 AT 2:26 AM
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You are always welcome here. Let us know if you need more help.
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Wednesday, January 20th, 2021 AT 5:43 AM

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