Replacing exhaust system

[Vatchy]

I'm in the process of replacing my exhaust system and I've run into a slight problem and need some advice. Is there an easy (or even mediumly difficult) way to get the tailpipe hanger out of the rubber mount? I don't want to destroy the mount 'cause I need it to hang the new system. I'm talking about the rod that is attached to the stainless part of the tail pipe immediately in front of the rear bumper.

 

[billison]

when i did mine i just unhooded the muffers, or the tails from the mufflers and worked with it....alot

 

[bubba-dough]

I think you can unbolt the metal part of the hanger at the frame can't you? Its been a while. Or try spraying it with alcohol for a lubricant. Alcohol will not deteriorate it. Thats what we used at the plant to put the rubber grommets on the ac lines. If you do tear the rubber mount up, I bought new ones for my car at Advanced Auto for $3.95 each.

 

[onefstsnake]

spray them with WD40

Mine go in and out with ease now.

 

[Vatchy]

Thanks for the replies. I didn't know you could get replacement ones at the parts store. I guess that means that I don't have to worry about them. I guess that means that I can get it finished today.

 

[bubba-dough]

Just make sure your parts store carries them before you tear anything up. They do look slightly different but they worked just fine.

 

[JChalfan]

spray them with WD40

Mine go in and out with ease now.

I've always used WD40 too, and it works great. I never considered whether WD40 would cause the rubber to deteriorate, but I've never noticed a problem with it.

Like bubba-dough said, the ones from a parts store probably won't look the same. As long as the holes are right about the same distance apart, they should work fine.

If you're picky, 5.0resto has them:

http://www.latemodelrestoration.com/products.aspx?category=MEXHAUSTAC&page=2

Look towards the bottom of the page.

Jeff

 

[Sicarius428]

WD40 and dish washing liquid works great to get them in and out. After that, just a bit of muscle, might want to wear some gloves and goggles to protect your hands and dirt and rust getting in your eyes.
Kevin