Exhaust install - DIY or not?
03-05-2002, 10:24 AM
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Exhaust install - DIY or not?
I'm starting to consider an exhaust upgrade. I'm far from a mechanic, but is this a simple install? If it's just a matter or a couple of socket wrenches, loosen this, move that, I think I could do it.... if I have to start taking other stuff apart, maybe not.
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03-05-2002, 10:57 AM
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2 ppl if you arent a big strong guy/girl - the OEM is heavy and you have to be careful pulling
it off or you'll scratch the tips...
the aftermarket exhaust is much easier to put in - but lining up the tips perfectly whiel rotating the center pipe requires a lot of time - or two people.
the aftermarket exhaust is much easier to put in - but lining up the tips perfectly whiel rotating the center pipe requires a lot of time - or two people.
03-05-2002, 11:50 AM
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For me (who hates anyone touching his car) it was an easy decision.
DIY. Then again it's brand specific based on difficulty. The Milltek was easy. Yes the OEM Exhaust is HEAVY. I jacked the car up on both sides (added jack stands). Backed off on the front clamp nut/bolts, pryed off the Orange center pipe hanger, then with my chest directly under the muffler removed/dropped the two hangers on each side (4 13MM bolts). I pulled the unit forward and let the muffler down on my chest. Basically wrestled my way put from under it. It came free from the Cat pipe "like butter".
Naturally I'm a big 'ol idiot and you should use help.
Naturally I'm a big 'ol idiot and you should use help.
03-05-2002, 12:11 PM
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To do yourself...need floor jacks and jack stands to start...
and having a second person a must, assorted sockets and extenders, WD40 and screwdrivers (for removing rubber hangers)...I have done 7 TT exhaust installs...not difficult IF you have correct tools, know install sequence of mid pipe and muffler, and ABSOLUTE must the floor jacks and jack stands...DO NOT work under a car without redundant safety.
03-05-2002, 12:27 PM
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Where are you located? If your close by I'd help ,as I may want to give mine a whirl someday...
I have two floor jacks & lotsa tools. No jackstands but might be able to get some.
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