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11-27-2001, 09:49 AM

Is it easy to put on the apex-i N1 Dual catback system, or will I need to bring it somewhere?  Will I need any out of the ordinary tools.

Love,
Chance

*drifterx* · 11-27-2001, 10:02 AM

yes u should be able to, but there is a problem. getting the old one off...... most of the time, it is hard to get off the seized bolts on the old exhuast. if u have a flame torch it would help to heat the bolt and then it might be easier to turn it with your big socket wrench and a wrench that fits over the nut. when u r on the ground at home, it is hard to get leverage to take off the stubborn nut and bolts.... u can always give it a try. also it is easier to cut off the old one before u put on the new one (depends on do u wanna keep the old one)
u need a big flat head screw driver and a big channel plyer (to take the exhuast off the hangers)
either a 12,13, or 14 mm socket wrench and another one for the bolt....

maybe a hack saw or saw-zaw to cut off the old exhuast

11-27-2001, 10:32 AM

well i've got a 98, so do you think the bolt will come off easier since it's not as old and rusty as others?

alchemist · 11-27-2001, 11:07 AM

it will still be siezed,  i had that happen only after a few months.  it can be done, but will be hard....when in doubt buy a dremel type tool,  it came in handy with my exhaust repair, and many other projects.  The dremel can cut bolts, cut pipe, hangers, etc

HippoSleek · 11-27-2001, 12:49 PM

Also get some good quality pentrating oil and throughly spray the #### outta them bolts and let it sit for 15 minutes or so before you tackle it.  Maybe have the other stuff as a back up though.

Chokudori · 11-27-2001, 02:10 PM

From my experience, I'd say use alot of WD-40 and get a ramp or a bunch of bricks so you could ride your car onto it. Use butter to loosen the rubber hangers.

Once you notice that you're stripping the bolt, just stop. Take it to a muffer shop.

*drifterx* · 11-27-2001, 03:54 PM

also my advice before u install your new one.... put anti-seize on the bolts..... it is a silver thing u rub over the bolt before u put it on

Krunko · 11-28-2001, 01:58 PM

can I get anti-seize at an autoparts store?

*drifterx* · 11-28-2001, 02:02 PM

yes or at home depot....
it came in handy for a friend when he had to switch from his loud N1 to his stock

11-28-2001, 02:27 PM

what will the anti-seize do exactly?

chickenmanq · 11-28-2001, 02:36 PM

Holds the nuts on, but also keeps them from forming rust welds.  You know when you just can't get the #### things off?  It's a good idea to put a small quantity on your spark plugs too.  Easier on the threads, and you lessen the risk of breaking them off.

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11-27-2001, 09:49 AM	#1
Guest Posts: n/a	Is it easy to put on the apex-i N1 Dual catback system, or will I need to bring it somewhere?  Will I need any out of the ordinary tools. Love, Chance

11-27-2001, 10:02 AM	#2
drifterx Premium Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: boston, ma Age: 44 Posts: 1,533 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	yes u should be able to, but there is a problem. getting the old one off...... most of the time, it is hard to get off the seized bolts on the old exhuast. if u have a flame torch it would help to heat the bolt and then it might be easier to turn it with your big socket wrench and a wrench that fits over the nut. when u r on the ground at home, it is hard to get leverage to take off the stubborn nut and bolts.... u can always give it a try. also it is easier to cut off the old one before u put on the new one (depends on do u wanna keep the old one) u need a big flat head screw driver and a big channel plyer (to take the exhuast off the hangers) either a 12,13, or 14 mm socket wrench and another one for the bolt.... maybe a hack saw or saw-zaw to cut off the old exhuast

11-27-2001, 10:32 AM	#3
Guest Posts: n/a	well i've got a 98, so do you think the bolt will come off easier since it's not as old and rusty as others?

11-27-2001, 11:07 AM	#4
alchemist Zilvia Member Join Date: Oct 2001 Posts: 192 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	it will still be siezed,  i had that happen only after a few months.  it can be done, but will be hard....when in doubt buy a dremel type tool,  it came in handy with my exhaust repair, and many other projects.  The dremel can cut bolts, cut pipe, hangers, etc

11-27-2001, 12:49 PM	#5
HippoSleek Nissanaholic! Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: elsewhere Posts: 2,081 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Also get some good quality pentrating oil and throughly spray the #### outta them bolts and let it sit for 15 minutes or so before you tackle it.  Maybe have the other stuff as a back up though.

11-27-2001, 02:10 PM	#6
Chokudori Zilvia Member Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Colorado Posts: 249 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	From my experience, I'd say use alot of WD-40 and get a ramp or a bunch of bricks so you could ride your car onto it. Use butter to loosen the rubber hangers. Once you notice that you're stripping the bolt, just stop. Take it to a muffer shop.

11-27-2001, 03:54 PM	#7
drifterx Premium Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: boston, ma Age: 44 Posts: 1,533 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	also my advice before u install your new one.... put anti-seize on the bolts..... it is a silver thing u rub over the bolt before u put it on

11-28-2001, 01:58 PM	#8
Krunko Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Sherman Oaks, CA Posts: 349 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	can I get anti-seize at an autoparts store?

11-28-2001, 02:02 PM	#9
drifterx Premium Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: boston, ma Age: 44 Posts: 1,533 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	yes or at home depot.... it came in handy for a friend when he had to switch from his loud N1 to his stock

11-28-2001, 02:27 PM	#10
Guest Posts: n/a	what will the anti-seize do exactly?

11-28-2001, 02:36 PM	#11
chickenmanq Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 1,000 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Holds the nuts on, but also keeps them from forming rust welds.  You know when you just can't get the #### things off?  It's a good idea to put a small quantity on your spark plugs too.  Easier on the threads, and you lessen the risk of breaking them off.