Muffler rusted stuck.. need help
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Muffler rusted stuck.. need help
I'm in the process of replacing my muffler and I can not for the life of me get the rust to let go at the joint behind the intermediate pipe. I'm not a mechanic but this I would think should have been a snap. Suggestions? Thanks.
(EDIT: I got it off... thanks all!)
(EDIT: I got it off... thanks all!)
Last edited by fstopme; 05-04-2012 at 11:01 AM.
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I had to fight with mine recently. I used a lot of Wd-40 at the junction, and just twisted and pulled for about 20 minutes. Movement started off real small, but the muffler very slowly started to work off the mid-pipe. I think I had to give the muffler some encouragement with a 3lb hammer at one point. There was so much friction the joint actually got pretty warm.
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Originally Posted by yo_marc
And for what it's worth, I got the best leverage laying under the back of the jeep, head first.
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Originally Posted by yo_marc
I hear you After I finally got the muffler off, I crawled out from underneath dripping with sweat (and rust). It was a workout for sure.
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Originally Posted by fstopme
Got it off! Blood, sweat, and tears..... and rust! lol thanks for help!