02-26-2014, 08:06 PM | #1 |
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Install MRT V2 without Jack's?
Do you think I could manage installing the MRT V2 exhaust with the car just sitting on garage floor, no jacks or lift? I think I'd have enough room but want to confirm....
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02-26-2014, 08:23 PM | #2 |
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Sounds tough to me
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02-26-2014, 08:32 PM | #3 |
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Not enough ground clearance?
I couldn't lay on my back and cut it off 3" from muffler? |
02-26-2014, 08:32 PM | #4 |
Just get a pair of cheap jack stands, they will make the job possible and easier.
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02-26-2014, 08:46 PM | #5 |
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Didn't realize I could get some for $25. Looks like I'll need to make sure they have good welds though...
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02-26-2014, 08:47 PM | #6 |
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When I had my '12 LT, I laid a couple of 2x6s down with a brick under one end and drove the rear wheels up on it. Even then it was difficult since I used a full-size sawsall to cut the pipes. Got it done though.
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02-26-2014, 08:54 PM | #7 |
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Can I rent a sawsall somewhere probably? I know I'd have to check my area but generically is that a common rental tool?
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02-26-2014, 09:03 PM | #8 |
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Yes. Any good place that rents tools will have one. Probably $15-$20 a day. You can cut the pipes with a typical hand-held hack saw. There's very little clearance around those pipes. Be sure to get the long metal cutting blades for the sawsall.
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02-26-2014, 09:07 PM | #9 |
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To quote Jeremy Clarkson from Top Gear UK "Even the smallest of chaps with the whitest of teeth could not manage that one"
On a more serious note I highly doubt it can be done without some form of raising the car. I have been able to get under there to tighten the clamps on my MRTs without the lift but it was not cozy |
02-26-2014, 09:09 PM | #10 |
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Ok thanks!
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02-26-2014, 11:25 PM | #11 |
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Unless you are a bigger fella, you shouldn't need any jacks. I installed my SLP LM2's without jacks
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02-26-2014, 11:25 PM | #12 |
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No lifting is required to get under and cut your mufflers off and install the new axle back
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02-26-2014, 11:26 PM | #13 |
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I'm undecided on this exhaust, once installed let us know your review
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02-27-2014, 04:36 AM | #14 |
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Yes, you should be able to install them without putting in the air. Will it be easy, probably not. I used some ramps I madeout of 2 x 8.
I bought a SAWZALL just for this cut. Figured I could always use one, and have used it a few times since too. Buy one and keep it for future use instead of renting one. Be sure to look into welding them on when done. Which case find a good muffler shop and have them install them for under $100. No saw required, no jack stands required. However, no self satisfaction of doing it yourself either. And no jack stands or sawzall for future use. Choice is yours.
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