Magnaflow catback install issues...
07-17-2007, 09:40 PM
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Magnaflow catback install issues...
Anybody else have a problem with lack of clearance with the tailpipes. There is little space to either side at the top of the tailpipe over the axle, maybe a quarter inch each side. But my main problem is right behind the axle the tailpipe is hitting the sway bar over bumps. There is at least an inch of clearance. I've tried to adjust it a couple times now but can't seem to get itright. Anybody else have this problem or have any suggestions. I'm getting frustrated and could really use some advice. Thanks in advance.
07-18-2007, 10:18 AM
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RE: Magnaflow catback install issues...
Are yo installing the cat-back or still removing the stock?
If installing the cat-back, you just have topuzzle it through. It will fit.
If still removing, it would benefit you to just cut it out.
If installing the cat-back, you just have topuzzle it through. It will fit.
If still removing, it would benefit you to just cut it out.
07-18-2007, 11:02 AM
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RE: Magnaflow catback install issues...
ORIGINAL: 0365gt
Anybody else have a problem with lack of clearance with the tailpipes. There is little space to either side at the top of the tailpipe over the axle, maybe a quarter inch each side. But my main problem is right behind the axle the tailpipe is hitting the sway bar over bumps. There is at least an inch of clearance. I've tried to adjust it a couple times now but can't seem to get it right. Anybody else have this problem or have any suggestions. I'm getting frustrated and could really use some advice. Thanks in advance.
Anybody else have a problem with lack of clearance with the tailpipes. There is little space to either side at the top of the tailpipe over the axle, maybe a quarter inch each side. But my main problem is right behind the axle the tailpipe is hitting the sway bar over bumps. There is at least an inch of clearance. I've tried to adjust it a couple times now but can't seem to get it right. Anybody else have this problem or have any suggestions. I'm getting frustrated and could really use some advice. Thanks in advance.
directions until you get the most clearance in the rear.
The idea is to get the mufflers flat and parallel to the ground and then move the tail pipe in or out or turn it left or right (depending) to get the clearance.
Mine still hits something once in a while going over big bumps. I suspect it is the stabilizer bar.
I'm getting subframes put on next month and I'm going to have the shop align the exhaust while the car is on the rack.
07-18-2007, 05:35 PM
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RE: Magnaflow catback install issues...
ORIGINAL: undecided.steve
Similar problem here with my Magnaflow catback 15671. What you have to do is loosen everything and start turning the pipes, mufflers etc in different
directions until you get the most clearance in the rear.
The idea is to get the mufflers flat and parallel to the ground and then move the tail pipe in or out or turn it left or right (depending) to get the clearance.
Mine still hits something once in a while going over big bumps. I suspect it is the stabilizer bar.
I'm getting subframes put on next month and I'm going to have the shop align the exhaust while the car is on the rack.
Similar problem here with my Magnaflow catback 15671. What you have to do is loosen everything and start turning the pipes, mufflers etc in different
directions until you get the most clearance in the rear.
The idea is to get the mufflers flat and parallel to the ground and then move the tail pipe in or out or turn it left or right (depending) to get the clearance.
Mine still hits something once in a while going over big bumps. I suspect it is the stabilizer bar.
I'm getting subframes put on next month and I'm going to have the shop align the exhaust while the car is on the rack.
07-18-2007, 07:32 PM
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RE: Magnaflow catback install issues...
I have had similar problems with my magnaflow exhaust. I have adjusted the exhaust a couple of times already and it seems to no longer hit for a couple weeks and then eventually it starts clanging around back there. I think the u-bolts used with this kit allow the exhaust to shift just enought over a period of driving the vehicle that it finally starts hitting things. I am going to tack the exhaust into place and see if that helps. Have you just used the clamps or added some welding to the mix?
07-19-2007, 08:00 AM
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RE: Magnaflow catback install issues...
ORIGINAL: shewter15
I have had similar problems with my magnaflow exhaust. I have adjusted the exhaust a couple of times already and it seems to no longer hit for a couple weeks and then eventually it starts clanging around back there. I think the u-bolts used with this kit allow the exhaust to shift just enought over a period of driving the vehicle that it finally starts hitting things. I am going to tack the exhaust into place and see if that helps. Have you just used the clamps or added some welding to the mix?
I have had similar problems with my magnaflow exhaust. I have adjusted the exhaust a couple of times already and it seems to no longer hit for a couple weeks and then eventually it starts clanging around back there. I think the u-bolts used with this kit allow the exhaust to shift just enought over a period of driving the vehicle that it finally starts hitting things. I am going to tack the exhaust into place and see if that helps. Have you just used the clamps or added some welding to the mix?
I was wondering if putting those "band clamps" on instead of the u-clamps might help?
I don't want to weld because I might move over to Bassani at some point.
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