AP Exhaust 48501 Exhaust Pipe - Center

AP Exhaust 48501 Exhaust Pipe Overview

AP Exhaust 48501 is an aluminized steel exhaust pipe built as an original equipment replacement for select GM trucks. It is specified for center-position applications on 1999-2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, and related Classic models with the 133-inch wheelbase.

Use AP Exhaust 48501 when replacing a welded OE center exhaust section on a Silverado 1500 or Sierra 1500. The aluminized steel construction is suited for direct-fit exhaust service, and the part number 48501 is listed for multiple 1999-2007 truck applications.

Key Features

• Aluminized steel construction for exhaust system replacement service
• Original equipment replacement part for factory-style fitment
• Center exhaust pipe application
• Fits select Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 trucks
• Also listed for Silverado 1500 Classic and Sierra 1500 Classic models
• AP Exhaust part number 48501

Fitment Details

• Fits 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Classic, center, 133-inch wheelbase; OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced.
• Fits 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 Classic, center, 133-inch wheelbase; OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced.
• Fits 1999-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, center, 133-inch wheelbase; OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced.
• Fits 1999-2006 GMC Sierra 1500, center, 133-inch wheelbase; OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced.
• Fits 1999-2000 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, center, 133-inch wheelbase; OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced.
• Fits 1999-2000 GMC Sierra 2500, center, 133-inch wheelbase; OE system was a welded assembly. It is recommended that all parts noted [1] should be replaced.

What This Exhaust Pipe Helps Address

• Corroded or damaged center exhaust piping
• Leaks in a welded factory exhaust section
• Restricted exhaust flow from a failing pipe section
• Replacement needs after rust-through or impact damage
• Factory exhaust repair on Silverado 1500 and Sierra 1500 trucks

Installation Notes

Verify wheelbase and model year before ordering, since this AP Exhaust 48501 pipe is listed for 133-inch wheelbase trucks only. The OE system was a welded assembly, so related exhaust components noted in the vehicle application should be inspected and replaced as needed during service.

For search relevance, this part is commonly referenced for 1999-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 center exhaust pipe replacement, 1999-2006 GMC Sierra 1500 center exhaust pipe replacement, and 2007 Silverado 1500 Classic or Sierra 1500 Classic center pipe service.

Quality Assurance

AP Exhaust lists this part as an original equipment replacement, and the aluminized steel material supports factory-style exhaust repair on the specified GM truck applications. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.