Just installed cat pipe, muffler rattle?

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Dec 9, 2005 | 05:01 AM

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pnoyzflava

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how did u guys take the stuborn 02 sensor out.. i wanna install my test pipe.. but couldn't get teh damn thing outa der.. i mean do i need any wd-40 or sumthing? thnks..

Dec 9, 2005 | 06:37 AM

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Blacksheepdj

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Why wouldn't you need WD-40? Do you know what it does?

It makes it easier. So, obviously, if you can't get it out now, use the stuff that makes it easier...

Dec 9, 2005 | 02:48 PM

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Originally Posted by ghostrider

My solution to the ricey sound (installed at the time: RPW header+downpipe, rrm testpipe, rmr axleback) was to change all my piping to 2.5". The RPW header+downpipe is already 2.5" and I got a custom 2.5" testpipe done as well as a 2.5" catback. My exhaust is still a little on the high pitched side, but it's nowhere near as high pitched as when I had a lot of 2.25" piping.

Hows the power with the 2.5 inch piping? more or less than with 2.25? just wondering cuz im planning to get my exhaust done but i wanted to leave the stock cat in to keep the noise down

Dec 9, 2005 | 02:50 PM

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The test pipe rattling is because you have an exhaust leak. Try look underneath your car while you rev the engine. You should see a little water dripping out from in between the cat and catback. can't really do anything about it. Do not try and overtighten the bolts!!! You might wanna try getting new gaskets and tightening the bolts to the torque specs.