Midpipe install, what needs to be replaced

lockw33d

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Ok ive searched and i see that i need to get a copper gasket for teh passenger side exhaust manifold but some people say replace bolts and nuts others dont. What bolts should i replace and how much are they gonna cost. Also how hard is it going to be to replace manifold bolts since you cant get your hand up in there. Thanks

 

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You only need to replace them if you strip them or break them. NAPA or Autozone have the stud kits for relatively cheap, too.

Also, what year is this on?

 

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its an 00GT, should i replace teh bolts where the Hpipe connects to teh C/B they are pretty rusted and nasty.

 

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You didn't get new bolts for the MP/CB connection?

 

lockw33d

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no i got it used , do i need to go buy them bolts?

 

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lockw33d said:

no i got it used , do i need to go buy them bolts?

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probably, since the new bolts sometimes accomodate for any changes, if any to the new midpipe and since don't want to use those rusted parts anymore. it would help a lot if we knew what midpipe you got.

 

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i think its a MAC but i cant read the tag its rusted pretty bad

 

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I have some installation notes on the Mac midpipe. Check sig.

 

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lockw33d said:

Ok ive searched and i see that i need to get a copper gasket for teh passenger side exhaust manifold but some people say replace bolts and nuts others dont. What bolts should i replace and how much are they gonna cost. Also how hard is it going to be to replace manifold bolts since you cant get your hand up in there. Thanks

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u will need a stud remover to get those studs out (not bolts). it will be easier to get to with the starter out. thats what i did... it is really hard to get those aftermarket mid pipes not to leak at the pass side where that gasket goes, im still having problems with mine leaking there and i have reinstalled it like 6 times. im just about to go back to the stock midpipe, its pissing me off. good luck.