gordy07 Posted October 1, 2008 Share Posted October 1, 2008 I was just wondering before i get my nur spec in a few weeks,well at xmas:) Can the exhaust and decat be fitted by using a jack or will i need ramps as i intend to do it myself? I would put it into a garage but i dont really trust the local ones(kwik fit,etc)and i dont think they will be open at xmas:D Any input appreciated greatly as always:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luka-P Posted October 1, 2008 Share Posted October 1, 2008 Jack it up high and fit it on axle stands, do the rear too. The first decat, assuming its TT, will be difficult, get some extended sockets and a wibble bit so it fits snug. Make sure its all the way over the nut before undoing otherwise you'll round the nut off and swear alot. A breaker bar is ideal to crack the nuts but space is limited. You might need a grinder if its a stock exhaust for the cat/midpipe flange bolts, mine were on good and proper! IMHO, book it into a garage and sit back and wait. It'll save you a load, not just money, but effort and stress. If they get a problem they have to fix it, if you come across one its down to you to fix. For the amount its worth Id chuck it to someone else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gordy07 Posted October 1, 2008 Author Share Posted October 1, 2008 Thanks luka:) Its not a TT,and when you say put the front and back on axle stands do you mean at the same time?Is that safe:blink: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dazzi Posted October 1, 2008 Share Posted October 1, 2008 I can change a whole exhaust buy lifting the passenger side up on stands. Easy as if you have the right tools Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luka-P Posted October 1, 2008 Share Posted October 1, 2008 Yep at the same time. I had mine up at the same time when lifting the engine out, slightly lower at the rear but damn high at the front. Just take your time and make sure its safe. Oh and get a creeper if you can, your back will get roughed up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bolarbag Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 'Plus Gas' is a good call, a few hours before you start to take the old exh off, I soaked every bolt in the stuff and it did seem to work Have you replaced the 1st Cat with a De-Cat too? If not, watch out for the bolts that join the first to the 2nd Cat, my 'flexy' section cracked when trying to undo these bolts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest d8mof Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 im lucky ive got the use of a ramp or 7 lol changed my front pipe (twin de-cat unit) using a ramp, i wouldnt have dun it without then again i am getting lazy in my old age lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gordy07 Posted October 2, 2008 Author Share Posted October 2, 2008 'Plus Gas' is a good call, a few hours before you start to take the old exh off, I soaked every bolt in the stuff and it did seem to work Have you replaced the 1st Cat with a De-Cat too? If not, watch out for the bolts that join the first to the 2nd Cat, my 'flexy' section cracked when trying to undo these bolts Ive not touched the original exhaust as of yet. I was going to change the 2nd cat(i think) and the system at the same time and leave the first cat in place Is this the right thing to do:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gordy07 Posted October 2, 2008 Author Share Posted October 2, 2008 Just thinking what ones the first cat and what ones the second? And which one do i want to change? I know i sound like a complete nonce! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bolarbag Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 The first attaches to the side nearest the turbos(Downpipe), the second attaches to the first cat(Midpipe) Yeah you can still retain the first cat, just be extra careful that you dont round off the bolts e.t.c Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gordy07 Posted October 3, 2008 Author Share Posted October 3, 2008 So i want to replace the first cat and the exhaust then Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhatB Posted October 4, 2008 Share Posted October 4, 2008 I fitted my RSR ExMag GT2 cat back exhaust on mine on axle stands. Did it in about an hour. Would rather do it myself than pay a garage to do it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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