My cat converter and downpipe are due to be replaced as they are corroded (and stock). I bought a new muffler already and have had it installed for a while and it's totally fine. I was about to pull the trigger on a new downpipe and cat converter when I noticed an entire aftermarket kit for only 50 bucks more than buying those two items. This is what I found:

http://www.jegs.com/i/Pace+Setter/766/86-2800/10002/-1

I have a 1993 with 22re, std cab and bed. If this is (or other kits you should recommend!) are a direct fit setup with no modification required, I'd be more inclined to buy that (more flow is always better, right?) Is this a direct fit?

I'm not picky about performance increases really but if a new exhaust (no headers though) is around my price range and direct fit, I'm open to it. Ideas?

 

When you click on the link it says its 233.99, and yes it would be a direct fit

 

Stay away from the pace setter header. They are JUNK

Look on craigslist for a used one of good quality or even ebay.

Being patient and getting a quality one will pay off in the long run.