Need help with exhaust system issue
10-22-2017, 03:44 PM
#1
Instructor
Thread Starter
Need help with exhaust system issue
Installed LG motorsports long tube headers, xpipe, and cats to stock mufflers. Experiencing a rattle under part throttle acceleration between
1000 and 2500 rpm. Minimal to non existent under full throttle. Made an attempt to change harmonics by wedging a piece of old tire between the
plates that cover the collector, xpipe and cats and the exhaust system. Problem solved but this is not a permanent solution. Looking for some recommendations for a better solution.
Additional info: 1) exhaust seems solid. Nothing loose. All clamps tight.
2) new system is lighter than stock and might be
Moving around more going over bumps
1000 and 2500 rpm. Minimal to non existent under full throttle. Made an attempt to change harmonics by wedging a piece of old tire between the
plates that cover the collector, xpipe and cats and the exhaust system. Problem solved but this is not a permanent solution. Looking for some recommendations for a better solution.
Additional info: 1) exhaust seems solid. Nothing loose. All clamps tight.
2) new system is lighter than stock and might be
Moving around more going over bumps
10-22-2017, 11:09 PM
#2
Le Mans Master
Do you have access to a hoist? Is it possible the clamp bolts in the back of the X pipe are not facing down and are just slightly touching the heat shields under load?
