Ti Exhaust install
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Ti Exhaust install
I think I read that on a automatic C5 you have to cut the stock exhaust to get the pipe from over the axle. Is this true? And does that mean I will have to cut a Z06 Ti axle back to install. If so where is the best place to cut and how to attach it and seal would be my next question? Thanks.
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I think I read that on a automatic C5 you have to cut the stock exhaust to get the pipe from over the axle. Is this true? And does that mean I will have to cut a Z06 Ti axle back to install. If so where is the best place to cut and how to attach it and seal would be my next question? Thanks.
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You don't need to cut anything.
However... You need to angle the exhaust to install it in such a way that the car needs to be lifted high. Go to a muffler shop or tuner to properly lift the car. Its really dangerous to try to do this in your garage.
Most aftermarket cat back exhausts are 2+ pieces so that you can install them easily in your garage.... It give your more adjust-ability too.
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However... You need to angle the exhaust to install it in such a way that the car needs to be lifted high. Go to a muffler shop or tuner to properly lift the car. Its really dangerous to try to do this in your garage.
Most aftermarket cat back exhausts are 2+ pieces so that you can install them easily in your garage....
It give your more adjust-ability too. Toque
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and if one tries this at home... removing the rear wheels can help a person to see & position things better.
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I think I read that on a automatic C5 you have to cut the stock exhaust to get the pipe from over the axle. Is this true? And does that mean I will have to cut a Z06 Ti axle back to install. If so where is the best place to cut and how to attach it and seal would be my next question? Thanks.
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For automatics, on the right side, you need to remove a heat shield and unbolt two brackets on the sway bar to get the cat back out or in.
Last edited by white90conv; Jul 17, 2010 at 02:11 AM. Reason: clarify
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