I am going to attempt to install an exhaust by myself but was wondering what tools I will need or the differences with a dual exhaust installation? I know a socket wrench, ect., but was wondering if you guys used any special lifts or holders to hold the exhaust in place? Any tips? Thank you so much for any help?

 

Installed a HKS true dual. This is what I think you'll need:

1) 2 14mm long socket wrench. 12 or 10mm for the ground wire in the rear (can't remember)
2) WD40 to luberate the rubber mounts
3) You might need a torch to heat up the bolts near the cat because they
might have seized over time.
4) I used a pair of Rhino ramps to get the car up. You can find them at Walmart for 29.99. Afterwards, I slid two stands under the car for support.


Leverage is the key to installing an exhaust. If you have access to a lift or air tools by all means use it. There shouldn't be any difference between a regular and a true dual installation. Taking the exhaust off is the hard part. The Z is nice in the sense that there's a cross member in the middle to hold up the exhaust while you assemble or disassemble the bolts. It took me almost 2 1/2 hrs on the ground to get the OE exhaust off. Installation was a piece of cake and took 1/2 the time.

 

So - quick question -

Which system did you buy that you are installing?

Rick

 

torque wrench, box end wrenches, ratchets w/ correct sockets (might need deep sockets b/c of bolts being long). I used a wood clamp to help align the exhaust flanges and gasket - it worked great and made the whole process much faster.



hope that helps,
Peter

 

anyone know the size of bolts used on tp install, i got mine used w/no hardware????

 

If you have some Wet and Black, the tire cleaning stuff, spray that on the rubber hangers and your old muffler will slip off with little effort. This stuff works way better than WD 40 and was made for rubber in the first place.