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So I am trying to install a new exhaust but i reached the part where you need to unbolt it from the engine and its so far in and limited in space that I can't even figure out which socket it needs, is there like a special tool needed or some sort of thin longer adapter? sorry for the noob question its my first time doing this but it didn't seem too difficult until i reached this part any help/advice much appreciated
I just installed basanni exhaust on my 2017 48. First times for pipes. I had to use a long Craftsman box en wrench to get to i nut. The other 3 I could use a socket with a wobley end extension. I hope this helps. Just tale your time. After installing, Run about 30 minutes and let cool down a couple of times and then torque again and you should be good to go.
The nuts are 1/2" AF and it is easiest if you use 1/4" drive sockets. The front left hand nut as you look at it can use a long extension and the front right hand one doesn't need the extension. On the rear header nuts you can use the long extension on both nuts.
Tighten four nuts at cylinder head exhaust studs to 96-120 in-lbs
Last edited by Andy from Sandy; Jul 26, 2019 at 03:58 PM.
I use a 1/4 inch drive socket and extension on 3 nuts, and a boxed wrench for the 4th nut on the front lower left nut.
I have used 3/8 drive sockets and extensions, but its easier using 1/4 inch drive.
The nuts are 1/2" AF and it is easiest if you use 1/4" drive sockets. The front left hand nut as you look at it can use a long extension and the front right hand one doesn't need the extension. On the rear header nuts you can use the long extension on both nuts.
Tighten four nuts at cylinder head exhaust studs to 96-120 in-lbs
Totally agree , use a short extension and a 1/2" socket . It can be done if you take your time and get the angles right.
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Exhaust install
any help/advice much appreciated
