Muffler replacement question
- Thread starter BIGFOOT
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twobjshelbys
GT Owner
From above. Experienced people like Rich do it without removing the clamshell but I wouldn't try it.
The clamshell DOES NOT (physically) interfere with the removal of large, 52lb OEM muffler. As such, we never remove the clamshell for this modification. I would strongly recommend leaving it on as there are likely more risks in removing/re-installing than just leaving it in place.
gtjoey
Keep Smiling - GT Owner
- Oct 14, 2005
- 3,454
I removed mine on 1316 with instructions from Rich years ago.
Lower pans and rear lower grills go, remove air cleaner, remove rear bumper.
You put a jack under the transmissions , take out the transmission bolt for the mount. then lower the jack for the angle.
Take out the muffler bolts and support bracket and yes from the top if you get it JUST RIGHT you can do it. I had a slight dig mark underneath the rear facia from the curve of the pipe. Its alot easier with the clamshell off, but yes it can be done.
I lovethe heffner pipes, the sound and trumpet ends are special.
Good luck
GTJOEY1314
Lower pans and rear lower grills go, remove air cleaner, remove rear bumper.
You put a jack under the transmissions , take out the transmission bolt for the mount. then lower the jack for the angle.
Take out the muffler bolts and support bracket and yes from the top if you get it JUST RIGHT you can do it. I had a slight dig mark underneath the rear facia from the curve of the pipe. Its alot easier with the clamshell off, but yes it can be done.
I lovethe heffner pipes, the sound and trumpet ends are special.
Good luck
GTJOEY1314
spartan
GT Owner
I agree that the risk of taking the shell off is worse then leaving it on.
As advised, use plenty of tape, and take all the time in the world!
The times that you get in trouble with this, is when you try to rush the job.
I've done 2, and get better at it each time.
Best,
Mark
As advised, use plenty of tape, and take all the time in the world!
The times that you get in trouble with this, is when you try to rush the job.
I've done 2, and get better at it each time.
Best,
Mark
Tomcat
GT Owner
Regarding the steps in post 4 above, there's an important missing step if you are trying to remove the OEM muffler. You must also remove the perforated black screen between the two frame rails. You will need this off to allow the tips to rotate as you lift the muffler up and out.
The Grey Ghost
GT Owner
gtjoey
Keep Smiling - GT Owner
- Oct 14, 2005
- 3,454
The bumper has to come off because of the legnth of the pipes. One guy years ago had no patience and CUT the pipes with a sawzall behind the bumper.
It made it alot easier but............one and done
Yes I mentioned in post 4 the screens, its not a hard job just take your time. Put the muffler on the scale......64 65 pounds? I forgot.
Good luck.
gtjoey1314
now looking at that gloriuos picture DONT FORGET TO PUT THAT SUPPORT BRACKET BACK. Some dont but it keeps everything from twisting.
It made it alot easier but............one and done
Yes I mentioned in post 4 the screens, its not a hard job just take your time. Put the muffler on the scale......64 65 pounds? I forgot.
Good luck.
gtjoey1314
now looking at that gloriuos picture DONT FORGET TO PUT THAT SUPPORT BRACKET BACK. Some dont but it keeps everything from twisting.
PeteK
GT Owner