04BlueGT

I'm the proud new owner of the MagnaFlow catted X pipe and cat back. I'm installing Saturday morning and need to know if there are any pitfalls. So far, I'm told that the O2 sensors will reach without issue, but that the mid pipe to manifold bolts suck big time to break loose. And, that I'll have to cut the stock tail pipes to remove them. Any other problems I can expect?

sprostang

All sounds right except for the 02 sensors. I needed extensions for mine. (rears) The harness didn`t reach all of the way without them. You should cut the pipe right after the mufflers for easy removal of the old catback. The manifold bolts you will need an extension and swivel for the socket. An impact wrench will help.

03sonicgt

Ya, I'm pretty sure on the 04's you need the 02 extensions.

Yellow GT

Buy yourself a can of PB Blaster.Soak all the bolts the night before.Will make the job a snap!!!!!

Goosepoop302

yeha +1 soak all the night before adn you may have to saok again when ur ready to go to work. also if needed you can heat the bolts up with a blow torch that helps sometimes

rbstang

dont strip the bolts. there a pain when you do.

Hash06

good luck on the install you should post a sound clip when you get it. soak your bolts and be careful with the swivels i brpke two of them

04BlueGT

Hey guys, thanks for all the advice. I just ordered BBK O2 extensions from Mustang Tuning, so maybe next weekend I can install everything.

Great advice everyone! You really saved me some mental anguish.