tool/exhaust

[zandi]

simple question, what tool do you guys use to get access to those 6 nuts that connect the front exhaust flanges, be specific

[DaN]

Long 3/8 extension with a swivel 13mm socket. 3/8 impact gun if you have it.

[e30Matt]

And don't forget a generous supply of Liquid Wrench.

[zandi]

1/2in socket and extension wont cut it huh? because I just tried and its not getting a firm grip to move the nut

3/8 will work best then? whats the swivel socket your talking about?

my problem isnt the force to make it lose, my problem is getting the socket to get a firm girp on the nut, the fucking exhaust pipe is in the way to make the socket grab a good hold of the nut

[DanGillan]

try harder man, this isnt rocket science. if one tool doesnt work try another until it does. no one on the internet can make it work for you. just do it.

[erik325i]

1/2in socket and extension wont cut it huh? because I just tried and its not getting a firm grip to move the nut

3/8 will work best then? whats the swivel socket your talking about?

my problem isnt the force to make it lose, my problem is getting the socket to get a firm girp on the nut, the fucking exhaust pipe is in the way to make the socket grab a good hold of the nut

I found that the 3/8" works better because the socket is a little smaller so it fits in the tight areas better.

The swivel socket mentioned above is just a u-joint for the socket.

I just used the 3/8" socket attached to a u-joint, attached to a 1 foot extension, to the wrench. If you need the extra leverage, you can use a 3/8 to 1/2" adapter so you can use the larger 1/2" socket wrench.

[e30evolution]

i think he meant he was using a socket that was 1/2" in size.. .as in an SAE sized socket...

and these are swivel sockets



wouldn't recomend using imapact on exhaust unless you have had it apart before.... its a pain to break studs

[zandi]

thanks, worked like a charm

[///M42 sport]

anyone have problems with rusted bolts?

[BS87]

anyone have problems with rusted bolts?

More like who hasn't...

[hamann318is]

anyone have problems with rusted bolts?

More like who hasn't...

Removing the head requires messing with them.