So I tried with my buddy to get my downpipe off but we just don't have the skill to do it, a local exhaust/transmission shop says they charge 85$ an hour. I don't wanna get destroyed by a bill when they put it on, so any idea how long it should take a shop to install a downpipe?

 

 

Just wondering because me and my buddy have been trying. All morning and we can't get it.

 

what are you using to get the bolts off ? your fingers ?

what skills are needed ? its nuts and bolts nothing hard about it

 

It is literally 7 bolts and one oxygen sensor. Grab the nut buster spray all the bolts/nuts down go chill for an hour or two (keep hitting it with more nut buster if you want to every 30mins or so). You need extensions and swivel joints

 

Getting the dp off is super easy to do lol all it consists of is a couple nuts and bolts lol

 

Okay if it's easy then it shouldn't take the shop very long. We don't have every tool at out disposal like you might be thinking. We out mouse milk on it and let it sit for about 15min and then we started cranking on it but could only get one bolt off.

 

should of ate your Wheaties

 

Not to mention we don't have a lift. We just have jack stands so there's no room for torquing the bolts. But I came here for an answer, not a bunch of bullshit from people.

 

Been there done that without a lift with rusted bolts.

Everyone is baffled because even with jack stands its an easy job

 

Moose Milk ?? that must be a rare commodity in FL.

 

Mix up a 50/50 solution of acetone and ATF to spray on the bolts. It works way better than any penetrating oil on the market. Get a breaker bar or a ratchet and a cheater pipe and just crank. It really is an easy job. Book time on the downpipe is an hour in my computer so if you take it to a shop expect to pay between 85-100 minimum

 

Mouse milk. Like mice, it's a strong penetrating oil
Okay, for once a useful answer.

 

Heat it up if you really have to but its definitely doable on jack stands with basic tools

 

You're just a nuisance and at this point I find you to be harassing me about something I couldn't do, sorry I couldn't do the install myself, I'm here for help not for you to harass me. I would appreciate you staying out of this thread or any other future threads I make.

 

hahaha relax buddy .... he is just stating a fact that its not as hard as it seems, even when using jack stands. HE is not harassing you in any way shape or form.

You seem a little overwhelmed by your situation so just relax and take a quick breather and throw some rust *********** on those bolts and grab a beer and chill out.

Youll figure it out sooner or later, im sure you and a friend will be able to swap out the pipe.

 

Nah man, this isn't the first thread he's been like this with me. I'm tired of him

 

Sorry I dont recall the other threads you're talking about, but if you're gonna act stupid on the internet you should expect stupid answers You know who could of answered your question, the exhaust shop...

 

Don't forget antiseize when u put it back on. It will make job a lot easier in the future. Use 2000 degree stuff just in case. Exhaust gas temp at the manifold gets to 1800 degrees at wot.

 

I have a breaker bar and every tool you'll need if you wana use

 

Like everyone else has said its not difficult to remove the bolts i would give you a hand if i was closer. But yes breaker bar or a cheater bar will help you take those bolts off for sure, also extensions will help out a lot at least one that's 1 ft long.

if you dont have the tools or dont feel comfortable doing the job take it to the shop they shouldnt take more than one hour to take off the bolts with a lift. I can take the dp off in jacks in 30 mins or maybe less

 

For the $85 your going to pay the shop, you can buy all the tools you need three fold over.

 

That is true ^

 

And then you can do more car stuff next time you wanna change a part.

Its a win-win. Having your own tools makes life better.

 

And Ecaulk wasnt being a dick. Hes right. Ive taken my dp a thousand times laying on the ground. Its a 15 minute job, youll need long extensions and a swivel/u-joint.