Only 3 Bolts holding Downpipe...
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Only 3 Bolts holding Downpipe...
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If I only have 3 bolts holding my HKS downpipe on, will I have problems? The 4th bolt popped. I will soon have it tac welded and replaced? Any suggestions?
If I only have 3 bolts holding my HKS downpipe on, will I have problems? The 4th bolt popped. I will soon have it tac welded and replaced? Any suggestions?
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I once had 3 screws on my intercooler elbow leading to my TB, and it did vent air. However, I tightened them and I was no longer venting any (at least as I could tell by ear). You may or may not have a leak depending on how well your remaining screws are on, but it's best to have the 4 screws on there. If you are leaking bad, you should be able to hear it.
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Is there anything he can use to make a gasket (that wouldn't break down because of the heat) in the meantime? Like, if he made something to put in between the DP and the manifold that, when the three bolts are tightened, would seal off the space? Just an idea to hold him until he can get it fixed for good.
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Is there anything he can use to make a gasket (that wouldn't break down because of the heat) in the meantime? Like, if he made something to put in between the DP and the manifold that, when the three bolts are tightened, would seal off the space? Just an idea to hold him until he can get it fixed for good.
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Mine is only being held by three right now also. No big deal. It is loud and exhaust does leak. I have to keep the vents in recirculation mode, otherwise I get exhaust into the cabin.
I'm just gonna have it fixed when my new motor goes in.
I'm just gonna have it fixed when my new motor goes in.
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Mine is only being held by three right now also. No big deal. It is loud and exhaust does leak. I have to keep the vents in recirculation mode, otherwise I get exhaust into the cabin.
I'm just gonna have it fixed when my new motor goes in.
Mine is only being held by three right now also. No big deal. It is loud and exhaust does leak. I have to keep the vents in recirculation mode, otherwise I get exhaust into the cabin.
I'm just gonna have it fixed when my new motor goes in.
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I ran with 3 bolts holding my DP on for over a year and 15k miles before I was able to find a bolt that I could get on it. I never had an exhaust leak or excess noise. The stock exhaust gasket never blew out either. I am not saying you should just keep it with 3 bolts forever, but you arent going to hurt anything as long as the 3 bolts are securely on there.
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Originally posted by adam c
If you drive it much, you will probably ruin the gasket. I don't know if you were going to replace it anyway, but they are not cheap.
If you drive it much, you will probably ruin the gasket. I don't know if you were going to replace it anyway, but they are not cheap.
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My mechanic thinks he can tack weld the bolt to the stud and get it out to replace it? I am leaking exhaust and it smells inside. What type of gasket do I need to go between the turbos and downpipe? Is it really that expensive?
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