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amrbose14

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I have a (2nd hand) replacement exhaust - and I'm working up the courage to replace it (given the risk of shearing bolts etc.). I've been accumulating some new toys (blow torch... nut splitters) in preparation.

Looking at the replacements, there are metal rings inset into the pipe flanges at the junctions between the different pipe sections... should these be replaced? If so how can I get them out? If not, what should I do to get a seal? Left to my own devices I'd probably go for liberal application of silicone gasket sealant. But I thought I should probably ask...?

I replaced the exhaust system on my beloved 2.8 Capri once.They (two of course!) went over the rear axle and came with Janspeed down pipes which were an arse to get in place. And didn't fit! I swore never again. How bad can this one be...

cheers,
Chris

87 220 turbo.
 
1 - DONOT use silicone! [:)]

They are fiddly to get at, so make sure you have an assortment of sockets, elbows, extensions, rings etc.

Exhaust gasket sealant will do for all the joints, dont use it if the pipes are still warm though.

Not sure about the turbo, but the loose rings in the joins are reuseable, undo the join and tap them gently, then just clean them up.
 
Be aware that if the loose rings are as corroded as mine where, they're about £15 each from an OPC to replace.
 
Thanks guys. The rings in the replacement exhaust look OK but they also look fairly well fixed into the flanges.

Chris
 
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