veryfast
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Post by veryfast on May 22, 2023 14:53:18 GMT -7
I've been trying to put back my exhaustsystem for over a week now, no matter what i do i can't get the cat to fit onto the headers. I tried with the original gaskets(which were fine) but after a bunch of tries they got so worn that they had to be thrown out. I got a new set today but still have the same issue, i try different angles try using force but nothing seems to work.
I assume that i had to put the gaskets into the fittings on the cat and not directly onto the headers. Has anyone converted back and had the same issue? Or maybe anyone has some tips on how to get it on?
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Post by mt10orc on May 22, 2023 17:43:13 GMT -7
You will probably need a rubber mallet and some rags to protect the pipes to get them on. I haven’t tried it but that would be my solution.
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Also what RnB said about opening up the ends a bit
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Post by RedAndBlack on May 22, 2023 17:44:58 GMT -7
If I remember correctly, the gaskets and header pipe go inside of the pipes coming from the exhaust chamber, not the other way around.
If for some reason they won't go, you should be able to open up the pipes by slightly bending the lips of the pipes coming from the exhaust chamber (that's why they are slotted) and then use the clamps to return them back to normal squeezing down on the gasket and header pipes.
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veryfast
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Post by veryfast on May 23, 2023 3:01:16 GMT -7
You will probably need a rubber mallet and some rags to protect the pipes to get them on. I haven’t tried it but that would be my solution. Edit: Also what RnB said about opening up the ends a bit There's really no way of getting any leverage to hit any part of the exhaust since the back tire is in the way, and moving the exhaust around does nothing it's just stuck after getting a cm in. Not really sure what to do here. |
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Post by veryfast on May 23, 2023 3:01:40 GMT -7
If I remember correctly, the gaskets and header pipe go inside of the pipes coming from the exhaust chamber, not the other way around. If for some reason they won't go, you should be able to open up the pipes by slightly bending the lips of the pipes coming from the exhaust chamber (that's why they are slotted) and then use the clamps to return them back to normal squeezing down on the gasket and header pipes. I'll get a new set of gaskets any try putting them onto headers first, thank for the tip. |
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Post by RedAndBlack on May 23, 2023 5:13:12 GMT -7
You will probably need a rubber mallet and some rags to protect the pipes to get them on. I haven’t tried it but that would be my solution. Edit: Also what RnB said about opening up the ends a bit There's really no way of getting any leverage to hit any part of the exhaust since the back tire is in the way, and moving the exhaust around does nothing it's just stuck after getting a cm in. Not really sure what to do here. If you have a wheel chock or someway to chock the front wheels (even against a wall), you could lift up the rear tire with some tie downs strapped to something like the rafters in your garage. This will unload the rear suspension and maybe give you more room to work with. |
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Post by terrys on May 23, 2023 13:58:32 GMT -7
You can also use some copper antiseize grease as a lubricant on the gaskets.
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Post by mt10orc on May 23, 2023 17:49:12 GMT -7
You will probably need a rubber mallet and some rags to protect the pipes to get them on. I haven’t tried it but that would be my solution. Edit: Also what RnB said about opening up the ends a bit There's really no way of getting any leverage to hit any part of the exhaust since the back tire is in the way, and moving the exhaust around does nothing it's just stuck after getting a cm in. Not really sure what to do here. So may need a paddock and remove the tire for access. With the cat it will be heavy you may need block it up with wood and some shims to get it to right height. |
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Post by mindcrime79 on May 24, 2023 18:15:11 GMT -7
Run the bike until the header is hot or use a torch to expand the opening. The also sell a cheap gadget that you tap into the hole to expand the opening.
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