Manifold Stud Question - Y-pipe

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Nov 1, 2005 | 07:55 AM

yandianj

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Manifold Stud Question - Y-pipe

Did any of you guys have to remove the y-pipe from the cat when you relpaced the exhaust manifold studs or is there enough room to work by just unbolting it from the manifolds?

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Nov 1, 2005 | 08:12 AM

Matt93SE

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yes, you have to remove it fromt he cat. otherwise you'll have no room to get yourself under the car as well.

this isn't a 10 minute job.....

Nov 1, 2005 | 10:15 AM

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I know this job is still doable even with a welded exhaust system. The guy, who did my studs, did not have to unbolt the cat (though I do have a flanged cat now).

Nov 1, 2005 | 12:53 PM

yandianj

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Appreicate the response. I have set aside 2 days for this one. Just need to get another gasket now.

Nov 1, 2005 | 01:40 PM

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...is it possible to 'just unbolt the manifolds'

It took me a weekend.

Nov 1, 2005 | 02:09 PM

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I'm expecting it to be at least a 2 day job. It sounds like the rear manifold came off completely. Not to mention the exhaust stink the vents suck into the car now.

Nov 1, 2005 | 06:23 PM

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If you have your gasket, all the hardware, right angle drill, drill bits, EZ outs. 2 FULL days is realistic, I didn't have a choice and i got it done in that time.

Nov 1, 2005 | 06:33 PM

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last time I did the job, it took me 6 hours start to finish, and I had to drill out 6 studs between both heads.

Nov 2, 2005 | 08:57 PM

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takes time for sure

Nov 2, 2005 | 11:27 PM

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wow, you guys are quick. i had 6 studs to drill out between 2 heads, and it took me about 5-6 days. and i even had a lift! my damn job got in the way though....