How did you remove your stock J-pipe? (Rusty bolts)
07-31-2012, 06:15 AM
#41
Suzuka Master
OP, oh well I guess this is just another reason for you to get the ATLP quad exhaust.
07-31-2012, 06:55 AM
#44
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When I swapped my j-pipe, I had a ton of rust on those bolts and flanges as well. I've only skimmed the thread, but if you're adding an aftermarket j-pipe, just cut those bolts off or kill them with fire. Use the supplied bolts and call it a day.
Oh and be sure to clean the rust off the flange that will be mated to your new j-pipe. Make sure the area is flush as to not create any potential exhaust leaks
Oh and be sure to clean the rust off the flange that will be mated to your new j-pipe. Make sure the area is flush as to not create any potential exhaust leaks
07-31-2012, 06:57 AM
#45
When I swapped my j-pipe, I had a ton of rust on those bolts and flanges as well. I've only skimmed the thread, but if you're adding an aftermarket j-pipe, just cut those bolts off or kill them with fire. Use the supplied bolts and call it a day.
Oh and be sure to clean the rust off the flange that will be mated to your new j-pipe. Make sure the area is flush as to not create any potential exhaust leaks
Oh and be sure to clean the rust off the flange that will be mated to your new j-pipe. Make sure the area is flush as to not create any potential exhaust leaks
07-31-2012, 08:47 AM
#47
Ah, hamburgers!
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07-31-2012, 02:25 PM
#54
Honestly, you sound like you should just take it to a shop to do it for you.
You laugh at everyones suggestions, and sound unwilling to try anything other than have them come off with magic. This stuff is very common in areas that use salt in the winter. I've removed bolts that looked worse without much effort. Nobody can tell you a magic way to get them off. If you can't get a socket on them, use a damaged bolt remover. If that fails, cut or grind them off. You can try to pound a smaller socket on if you want. You don't really have any other options besides turn them off, or cut them off. The fact that you are reusing the catback is irrelevant, its not that hard to cut 3 bolts off and wiggle a bit. Just try and avoid severely damaging the flange and it shouldn't be an issue. The fact that you question if this method will work makes me question your ability to get it done.
You laugh at everyones suggestions, and sound unwilling to try anything other than have them come off with magic. This stuff is very common in areas that use salt in the winter. I've removed bolts that looked worse without much effort. Nobody can tell you a magic way to get them off. If you can't get a socket on them, use a damaged bolt remover. If that fails, cut or grind them off. You can try to pound a smaller socket on if you want. You don't really have any other options besides turn them off, or cut them off. The fact that you are reusing the catback is irrelevant, its not that hard to cut 3 bolts off and wiggle a bit. Just try and avoid severely damaging the flange and it shouldn't be an issue. The fact that you question if this method will work makes me question your ability to get it done.
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07-31-2012, 04:05 PM
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Your new J-Pipe should be coming with new nuts and bolts. Take it to a muffler shop and get them cut off. If you look at the Acura Diagram you'll see the the Studs for the cat have a part number and can be replaced individually.
07-31-2012, 06:10 PM
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cut it off.. buy catback. 
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08-01-2012, 12:29 PM
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08-01-2012, 01:28 PM
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If you pump the charge.. you may need a new engine after. 
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@ this thread....
08-01-2012, 09:08 PM
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Bang off as much rust as possible. Heat with a torch, propane is fine. Then hammer on an SAE impact socket and go to town with a heavy duty impact. That's what I always did with my rusty exhaust bolts. They will either come apart correctly or sheer the bolt right off and you can pound out the rest of the pressed-in stud. Then replace with a new bolt/washers.
The studs on the cat are pressed in, I removed them for my in-line electric cutout that I use for a silencer.
The studs on the cat are pressed in, I removed them for my in-line electric cutout that I use for a silencer.
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08-02-2012, 09:57 AM
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pay a shop $20 to switch it out for u....that is some major rust....
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