7 replies to this topic

[nelo36]

hi guys just fitted a standard exhast to cast manifold but i is blowing from the clamp i have tightened it as much as i can

as it is really tight and the clamp is awkward to get at is there a knack to fitting this clamp ? do i need exhaust past on this joint ?

thanks in advance lee

[cal844]

I use exhaust paste on this joint :)

[Archived4]

I use exhaust paste on all my joints

[nelo36]

hi guys its really tight behind the engine when i get my hands in there i cant get to the bolts on the clamp as there under the rear of the engine

any clues to an easier way of doing it

thanks

lee

[ChopperHarris]

Take clamp right out, clean to like new, oil the threads and wind the nuts up and down so they are finger tightenable. (if there is such a word!) Make sure manifold, exhaust is free of any previous jointing compound. Get assistant to hold exhaust flange up tight (you might want to apply paste to mating surfaces at this point)
Use scissor jack or chocks to hold the exhaust up tight.
Place the clamp temporarily for a dry assembly to see which orientation best suits you for access with spanner and 8th drive socket.
Remove and fill groove with paste and replace, tightening as much as possible by hand, making sure the clamp is sitting correctly....tighten.

Apply plasters to scratched wrists.

PS...much easier with bonnet removed

[KernowCooper]

Make sure your fitting the clamp with the bracket to diff loose so the 2 surfaces mate with paste between. I have seen the cast cast manifold chipped where a prvious fitter has knocked the clamp off, so check for damage.

Edited by KernowCooper, 08 February 2015 - 11:59 PM.

[nelo36]

hi chopper

think that's i was going wrong no little helper need someone to hold it under neath so i can get the clamps on  properly

and yes plasters at the ready

hi kernow

manifold all ok inspected before installing wire brushed and cu rusted before bolting on

cheers

lee :)

[Simon@minispares.com]

And make sure your engine stabilisers are in good condition, with little or no engine movement. This will knock the join out also