Installing Bolt on Exhaust NJ
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Installing Bolt on Exhaust NJ
Anyone around central NJ that can help me out with the installation?
I lack the tools to jack my car up and the wrenches for the bolts and such, and most of all I lack the experience.
I was also told that I would need new gaskets? Anyone with experiences in that area want to give me a hand?
I lack the tools to jack my car up and the wrenches for the bolts and such, and most of all I lack the experience.
I was also told that I would need new gaskets? Anyone with experiences in that area want to give me a hand?
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Hey Rob, I am actually going to pick up the Tanabe from Jimmy so I will be in that area!
Where do I order gaskets from and what spec do I need for the 2nd Gen IS?
The problem with doing the install in Philly is that I will need to haul my OEM axle back in my car, which is not really feasible without damaging my interior a bit. But if you have some tools where I can chop the piping up then I can fit it in my trunk?
Thanks for the help man
Where do I order gaskets from and what spec do I need for the 2nd Gen IS?
The problem with doing the install in Philly is that I will need to haul my OEM axle back in my car, which is not really feasible without damaging my interior a bit. But if you have some tools where I can chop the piping up then I can fit it in my trunk?
Thanks for the help man
I have my tools in my car which is in the shop at this moment, but once I get the car back I can help you out. I have a jack, stands and live in the Edison area... Just let me know if you can wait about a week 
Hey Rob, I am actually going to pick up the Tanabe from Jimmy so I will be in that area!
Where do I order gaskets from and what spec do I need for the 2nd Gen IS?
The problem with doing the install in Philly is that I will need to haul my OEM axle back in my car, which is not really feasible without damaging my interior a bit. But if you have some tools where I can chop the piping up then I can fit it in my trunk?
Thanks for the help man
Where do I order gaskets from and what spec do I need for the 2nd Gen IS?
The problem with doing the install in Philly is that I will need to haul my OEM axle back in my car, which is not really feasible without damaging my interior a bit. But if you have some tools where I can chop the piping up then I can fit it in my trunk?
Thanks for the help man
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Alright I just hit up Tanabe, the main pipe gasket uses the OEM peice so I guess I will keep using my OEM piece... but I did order the gasket for the side pipe for the other muffler.
I guess I have to throw out my Stock Exhaust then huh
lol.
Edit:
Actually if I don't take the Tanabe apart, I wouldn't need the gasket for that part right? But then I can't carry it in the car cuz it wont fit. Do you live close to Jimmy Rob? If I can get the whole thing to your place without taking it apart then I will have to call Tanabe again really quick to return the gasket, they charge a lot for that thing lol
I guess I have to throw out my Stock Exhaust then huh
lol.Edit:
Actually if I don't take the Tanabe apart, I wouldn't need the gasket for that part right? But then I can't carry it in the car cuz it wont fit. Do you live close to Jimmy Rob? If I can get the whole thing to your place without taking it apart then I will have to call Tanabe again really quick to return the gasket, they charge a lot for that thing lol
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Oh yeah and I called Tanabe about the Gaskets.
I have to use the OEM gasket for the main pipe so I am thinking about using my current one instead.
And If I can get the whole Tanabe to your place or give me a hand at Jimmy's then I don't have to get the Gasket for the side pipe as well. I just paid 20 bucks for that small piece
Plus I don't think we even need a lift, I can just back my car on the sidewalk or something to lift it up.
Lastly, I really wish there is a way for me to chop the piping up and stick it in the trunk, I really don't want my mom to see it since she is against me spending money on unnecessary things lol.
I have to use the OEM gasket for the main pipe so I am thinking about using my current one instead.
And If I can get the whole Tanabe to your place or give me a hand at Jimmy's then I don't have to get the Gasket for the side pipe as well. I just paid 20 bucks for that small piece
Plus I don't think we even need a lift, I can just back my car on the sidewalk or something to lift it up.
Lastly, I really wish there is a way for me to chop the piping up and stick it in the trunk, I really don't want my mom to see it since she is against me spending money on unnecessary things lol.
Oh yeah and I called Tanabe about the Gaskets.
I have to use the OEM gasket for the main pipe so I am thinking about using my current one instead.
And If I can get the whole Tanabe to your place or give me a hand at Jimmy's then I don't have to get the Gasket for the side pipe as well. I just paid 20 bucks for that small piece
Plus I don't think we even need a lift, I can just back my car on the sidewalk or something to lift it up.
Lastly, I really wish there is a way for me to chop the piping up and stick it in the trunk, I really don't want my mom to see it since she is against me spending money on unnecessary things lol.
I have to use the OEM gasket for the main pipe so I am thinking about using my current one instead.
And If I can get the whole Tanabe to your place or give me a hand at Jimmy's then I don't have to get the Gasket for the side pipe as well. I just paid 20 bucks for that small piece
Plus I don't think we even need a lift, I can just back my car on the sidewalk or something to lift it up.
Lastly, I really wish there is a way for me to chop the piping up and stick it in the trunk, I really don't want my mom to see it since she is against me spending money on unnecessary things lol.
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Okay, this is the only documented example of how the OEM can fit inside the car... minus the fact that mine is rusty and my interior + ceiling is cashmere.
Can I really do that Rob? Wow you are the man, now I just need to figure out how to get either the Tanabe to your place or the stockies to your place. If I can find a shop near by to chop it up real quick then I can save you the trouble and space as well.
If it indeed comes down to that, I can move it our of your garage around the 22nd since my friend will go home from college and I can stash it at his place for a bit too.
Can I really do that Rob? Wow you are the man, now I just need to figure out how to get either the Tanabe to your place or the stockies to your place. If I can find a shop near by to chop it up real quick then I can save you the trouble and space as well.
If it indeed comes down to that, I can move it our of your garage around the 22nd since my friend will go home from college and I can stash it at his place for a bit too.
Okay, this is the only documented example of how the OEM can fit inside the car... minus the fact that mine is rusty and my interior + ceiling is cashmere.
Can I really do that Rob? Wow you are the man, now I just need to figure out how to get either the Tanabe to your place or the stockies to your place. If I can find a shop near by to chop it up real quick then I can save you the trouble and space as well.
If it indeed comes down to that, I can move it our of your garage around the 22nd since my friend will go home from college and I can stash it at his place for a bit too.
Can I really do that Rob? Wow you are the man, now I just need to figure out how to get either the Tanabe to your place or the stockies to your place. If I can find a shop near by to chop it up real quick then I can save you the trouble and space as well.
If it indeed comes down to that, I can move it our of your garage around the 22nd since my friend will go home from college and I can stash it at his place for a bit too.
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Wow really? My beater (previous car) for occasion such as this is an Integra hatch as well lol!
I just called Monro Muffler & Service down the road from Jimmy's place and they said they can take off my OEM and chop it for 30 bucks.
If you got any plans in mind or places near you that can do that as well for cheaper let me know man!
I am so excited
I just called Monro Muffler & Service down the road from Jimmy's place and they said they can take off my OEM and chop it for 30 bucks.
If you got any plans in mind or places near you that can do that as well for cheaper let me know man!
I am so excited