Hi,

Hope your all well havent been around for a while been ill in and out of hospital so appologies for my absense.

I would like to ask a stupid question!

I have only ever had complete exhaust systems and the new one I’ve managed to obtain is in two parts. The joint is a slip on with the external pipe slotted to allow for expansion to fit over the internal; simple enough.

Do I need to fit a bracket over this joint and do I need any type of sealant gunk or tape in the joint? Ok 2 stupid questions.

Been of the road now for three months missed all the summer weather spent 10 months finding one and 4 weeks getting it here from the USA and cant wait to get in on and hit the road.

Cheers

If the outer pipe is slotted then it should be clamped, if it is a sliding fit there would be no slots in the outer and the pipe should seal just as is. As for a sealant, on pipework I usually use Clear silicone sealant, works well and provides a flexible joint, and is practically invisible, unlike Firegum or Gungum which makes a mess.

Thanks that makes a lot of sense. I wouldnt of come up with silicon though I must admit, good call! The external is definitely slotted.

Some more questions if you don’t mind? Probably daft questions again but what the hell.

The two pipes at the joint are almost the same diameter: What would be the best way to open the external pipe to except the internal without scratching or damaging.

Squatter’s rights; what’s the best way of removing the old exhaust gaskets from the ports? They are very happy living in there and refuse to be evicted.

If is hasn't got any slots in it the pipes should slide together, they are a VERY accurate fit. The previous exhaust system on my Radian didn't need sealant of any kind between the can and the downpipes.

The pipe is slotted

Personally in those circumstances if external pipe with the slots won't slide over the inner pipe I find a bit of round timber of a slightly bigger diameter and put a slow taper on it and gently tap it in the external pipe to expand it a bit at a time until it will slide on the inner pipe.

The most usefull tools that I have come accross for getting out stubborn bits is a set of Wax Modellers Tools, all sorts of little blades, nooks and files, especially usefull for removing calliper seals without damaging the seal itself. They are often found on cheap tool stalls at virtually any Sunday Market.

Thanks to you all for all your comments and advice.

Ive managed the job today, looks great and sound waaahaaay.

Got and exhaust clamp from auto spares didnt need any thing between the joint and seated in some new gaskets at the port.

Im back on the road!!!!!!

I guess you can tell Im so happy I could