Pipes should be fine, but may want to look at them a little closer. The muffler has some surface rust but otherwise looks OK also. Could possible be a leaking exhaust gasket which could cause more noise. If you look around were the pipe connects to the engine you may see evidence of carbon blowing around the gasket. Otherwise no need need to remove the pipes if you are just replacing the muffler. the pipes just slide into the muffler without a gasket or seal.
Just looked again. I found a bolt that fits ... but then noticed that the gasket is missing. I'll order a set. Thanks.
Hopefully these 2.5" gaskets are correct - just ordered them ...
Apply nickel high temperature anti sieze to the bolt before fitting as they are notorious for corroding solid into the head
And note they are socket headed allen bolts not std hex heads because you can not get a socket or wrench onto a hex head
Just looked again. I found a bolt that fits ... but then noticed that the gasket is missing. I'll order a set. Thanks.
Hopefully these 2.5" gaskets are correct - just ordered them ...
Apply nickel high temperature anti sieze to the bolt before fitting as they are notorious for corroding solid into the head
And note they are socket headed allen bolts not std hex heads because you can not get a socket or wrench onto a hex head