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Old 12-28-2003, 09:11 PM
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I am about to install my new down pipe. I just wanted to know people's comments on what to look out for and what problems you ran into. Thanks a lot guys!
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Old 12-28-2003, 09:13 PM
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pay someone to do it
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Old 12-28-2003, 09:19 PM
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I don't want to pay some one. I know your joking because it is a pain I have heard.
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How much do u think it would cost anyway?
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Old 12-28-2003, 09:24 PM
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Old 12-28-2003, 09:29 PM
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Ok eveyone lets say I don't want to pay someone to do it. What are the problems with installing it myself?
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Go now and soak your Stud bolts with a penatrating oil. It will make your life much easier in the future!
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Old 12-28-2003, 09:39 PM
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I will do that!! Gotta buy some NOW!! What else? What do I need to remove to make life more easy?
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pb blaster would be good to loosen up the bolts





http://www.scuderiaciriani.com/rx7/d...e_install.html <-- link to help you
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Id also suggest using loctite on the nuts when re-installing it. I have had them loosen up after a couple months. Sucks
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