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So I'm installing a downpipe courtesy of Mario Palza and I have a question for y'all regarding getting the stock downpipe out.
So I suppose I didn't wait for the turbo to cool down 100% before starting this project and the downpipe mounting studs unthreaded from the turbo exhaust outlet manifold. I should be able to just heat up the holes with a torch and thread the studs back in, correct? Then once it cools down it will contract and hold the studs in again?
Second, anyone have to take out the lower heat shielding (around the downpipe itself) to get the stock downpipe out? And does it come out the top or bottom?
The down pipe comes out easiest with the heat shielding out. The top shield comes out the top and the large shield comes out the bottom. DISCONNECT THE BATTERY before doing this, you will short between the shield and alternator + terminal.
The studs will come right out of the nuts with a stud removal socket, happens more often than you would think. You might be able to find a stud socket at the local parts store if you don't have one.
Once the shields are out you will be able to get the downpipe out the bottom no problem.
I also recommend picking up some Liquid Wrench, spraying it on (when cool) and letting it soak in for a bit, as it will make removing the bolts much easier.
a ratcheting wrench helps a lot, too. One option, you can thread two of the nuts on a stud, tighten together, and use it like a bolt - then loosen when it's in place.
That and soaking it ahead of time and let sit. Those studs / bolts on the tubo side. On the older R56 these were longer , the newer part they are a little shorter which maskes it easier to loop the down pipe flange on from the bottom
01-26-2016, 11:12 AM
