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Old May 1, 2009 | 03:12 PM
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Any thoughts on just welding mufflers to the head pipes to eliminate any exhaust leakage?? Thank you
 
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Why? The muffler clamp should be good enough.
 
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What if you were to change your pipes one day.
 
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Why? The muffler clamp should be good enough.
+1 If you have leaks fix them the right way.
 
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I can't see anything good coming out of that.
 
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Can it be welded to stop leaks, yes, but it's not a socially accepted method.
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Depending on how it is routed, it can make tire changes, clutch cable changes a PIA.
 
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Can it be welded to stop leaks, yes, but it's not a socially accepted method.
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Very true, the other kids will tease you.
 
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A Clamp w/ Hi Temp RTV
 
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