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Old Jun 14, 2004 | 03:06 PM
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Having some downpipe rattle

Hey guys, I'm pretty new to this forum and was just wondering if I could get some help with my exhaust system. I'm currently running the Blitz Nur Spec R exhaust, which sound amazing, along with a RMR downpipe. The problem I'm getting is that on occassion I get this loud rattle coming from below the parking brake lever, which I'm guessing is the cat. I'm not exactly sure what's causing this sound. Was I supposed to use a gasket between the d/p and cat or is it something else. Anyone else having a similar problem. Thanks ahead of time for the help.
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Old Oct 15, 2004 | 11:53 PM
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I'm having the same issues, however I'm running RSR-GT2 with an HKS downpipe. Everytime I decelerate when braking or accelerate from a stop and sometimes turn either way, I get this knock sound from under the car right below the E-brake. So, I guess I'm ordering some KART BOY exhaust hangers. Hopefully these help.
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Old Oct 16, 2004 | 12:16 AM
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It is most likely the downpipe hitting the lower tie bars. I would reccomend buying the cusco lower tie bar or put spacers to drop the stock tie bar down 1/4- 1/2 "
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Old Oct 16, 2004 | 02:40 AM
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Originally Posted by w2pac12345
It is most likely the downpipe hitting the lower tie bars. I would reccomend buying the cusco lower tie bar or put spacers to drop the stock tie bar down 1/4- 1/2 "
i agree.the kartboy might tighten it up a little,but not that much
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Old Oct 16, 2004 | 06:31 AM
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I'm having a problem with my Helix downpipe being too high and hitting my subframe. My combo is the Helix downpipe, Ultimate Racing 3" high flow cat, and Greddy Evo2. I may have to drop the down pipe and bang dimple at the contact point.
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Old Oct 16, 2004 | 03:57 PM
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I have the same problem. Im running the AMS tuboback exhaust and i just ordered the Kartboy hangers. I hope that helps the problem.
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Old Oct 16, 2004 | 11:11 PM
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Get some kartboy exhaust hangers. I have them on my Evo with HKS DP and HKS Hi-Power catback, no rattle issues
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Old Oct 17, 2004 | 07:29 AM
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I have the Kartboy hangers but it still rattles on decel. I don't think I have a choice but to either replace the downpipe or do some "manual" adjustement on the contact point.
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Old Oct 17, 2004 | 07:37 AM
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Anyone have any pics of the Kartboy hangers installed and/or in box? Perhaps a link to a vendor who carries them? Thanks!
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Old Oct 17, 2004 | 09:38 AM
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i have the Cusco lower tie arms...both Ver1 lab1 and lab2. I also have the ulitmate racing DP and it does rattle from acceleration slightly and some deceleration
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