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Post by Carl McFly on Sept 19, 2009 7:16:47 GMT -5
Bought a Banks cat-back exhaust. Thought it would be a 1 hr install.  yeahhhhhhhh............. Problem is, I can't get to the 2 bolts that secure the muffler to the cat. So I figured I'd cut the muffler off so I could get to the 2 bolts, drill them out. Hacked up the muffler, that went nowhere. What I'd like to do is get some help cutting the muffler off with a torch and then I can drill out the 2 bolts. After that it's easy.  Bolt on the muffler, one pipe and an exhaust tip. So, anyone have a set of torches and some free time? |
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Post by Jon W on Sept 19, 2009 13:46:04 GMT -5
Can you get at the flange with an angle grinder or cut-off wheel and grind the heads off the bolts so you can get the pieces apart?
JW
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Post by Carl McFly on Sept 19, 2009 15:36:49 GMT -5
Can you get at the flange with an angle grinder or cut-off wheel and grind the heads off the bolts so you can get the pieces apart? JW Don't have an angle grinder but with my hi-speed cutting wheel, no, can't get to it. Access is real lmited, the xfer skid is in the way and right above it is one end of the muffler. I'd take the skid off but last time I tried one of the captive bolts came loose.  My plan was to hack off the muffler so I could get in there with a cutting wheel or a drill, either one would make quick work of the factory retainer. I guess another option to get a foot long drill bit. Didn't spend any time on it today, I was wresting with u-joints on my spare D30 axles |
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Post by DOUG® on Sept 19, 2009 16:09:54 GMT -5
Carl, I have torches...you want to come up tomorrow? I'll be out in the AM but should be home in the afternoon.
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Post by Jon W on Sept 19, 2009 18:29:17 GMT -5
Maybe it is an opportunity to buy a Ryobi 4.5" grinder from Home Depot... They aren't usually too expensive.  JW |
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Post by Carl McFly on Sept 19, 2009 18:42:35 GMT -5
Carl, I have torches...you want to come up tomorrow? I'll be out in the AM but should be home in the afternoon. Doug that sounds great but I'm watching the Pats game with my son, and that'll be on until 4. Not sure if after 4 is good for you. |
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Post by Kodi on Sept 19, 2009 20:42:03 GMT -5
He says he'd rather do it during daylight...limited this time of year. He'll call you tomorrow!
Maybe you can set some other time...
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Post by johnsxj on Sept 19, 2009 20:56:36 GMT -5
Maybe it is an opportunity to buy a Ryobi 4.5" grinder from Home Depot... They aren't usually too expensive. JW Yep, picked up a nice one for about $40 with a case and everything. Haven't killed it yet  |
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Post by Carl McFly on Sept 19, 2009 21:28:25 GMT -5
He says he'd rather do it during daylight...limited this time of year. He'll call you tomorrow! Maybe you can set some other time... Thanks Kelly. I'll talk to my son, maybe we can work something out. Or maybe I'll pick up that angle grinder! Sounds like a good excuse to buy more tools! A win-win EDIT - the more I think about it, wow, $40 for a beefy angle grinder! Probably make quick work of that and I have a new toy |
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Post by Kodi on Sept 20, 2009 6:12:38 GMT -5
LOL!!!
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Post by Jon W on Sept 20, 2009 10:15:14 GMT -5
Maybe it is an opportunity to buy a Ryobi 4.5" grinder from Home Depot... They aren't usually too expensive. JW Yep, picked up a nice one for about $40 with a case and everything. Haven't killed it yet Yeah... That is why I've suggested it. I have one too and it seems pretty solid for a $40 tool. Yesterday I exchanged my Husky 1/2" drive torque wrench for a new one... After several years of use the old one started leaking oil. The new one is a lot nicer than the old model was -- seems better made, and is longer for more leverage. It was a no-hassle exchange too, once I found someone from the tool department. Home Depot is pretty good about the warranty on their tools (in my experience). I've exchanged 3-4 tools. JW |
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Post by Carl McFly on Sept 20, 2009 11:14:37 GMT -5
"Mike - you want nachos for the game?" "No, I'm going to my GF's to watch the game"  So, I end up with a new angle grinder and my son has a new GF. LOL! Works for me! |
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Post by DOUG® on Sept 20, 2009 12:35:50 GMT -5
"Mike - you want nachos for the game?" "No, I'm going to my GF's to watch the game" So, I end up with a new angle grinder and my son has a new GF. LOL! Works for me! She doesn't come with a warranty though.... |
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Post by mightymeglet on Sept 20, 2009 13:57:58 GMT -5
Carl, your slogan and the first post make me laugh when combined.
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Post by Carl McFly on Sept 20, 2009 15:45:01 GMT -5
Carl, your slogan and the first post make me laugh when combined. ;D I can't believe I'm allowed to buy and possess tools of mass destruction But I went to NH to buy the angle grinder. Laws are more lax up there. But there's no way they'll sell me a gun! |
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yeahhhhhhhh............. Problem is, I can't get to the 2 bolts that secure the muffler to the cat. So I figured I'd cut the muffler off so I could get to the 2 bolts, drill them out.
Bolt on the muffler, one pipe and an exhaust tip. 
My plan was to hack off the muffler so I could get in there with a cutting wheel or a drill, either one would make quick work of the factory retainer. 
