AFM Web

Go Back   Ford Mustang Forums > Mustang Forums > 2005 + Mustang > 2005-2009 V6 Mustang Tech
Welcome to AllFordMustangs.com. We look forward to you registering on our forum and making your first post.
 
Introductions | Lounge | 2005+ GT Tech | 2005+ V6 Tech | 2005+ Talk | Mustang Tech | Racing | Regional 
 

Reply
 
Old 07-02-2008   #1 (permalink)
goldenboyx92 is offline Apprentice


Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 122 Threads: 10
 goldenboyx92's Country Flag  View goldenboyx92's 15 photos
Hoffman Estates   Illinois
Default How do you straighten out the exhaust pipes?

Ok...so I was looking at my exhaust pipes and I noticed that they are off a bit. I look at the brackets holding the pipes and its like a square piece of metal with a rubber material that holdes the pipe up. I am curious how i can adjust it any one have any experiences or know how to do it???
__________________
2006 4.0L V6 Mustang- Pony Package, Shelby GT500 Spoiler, JLT CAI, SCT X3 Tuner, 93 Octane Tune, Magnaflow Catback Exhaust, Bosch Iridium Spark Plugs, Firestone Firehawk GT Tires, 8.8 GT Rear Axle, Ford Racing 4.10 gears, Ford Racing Trac-Loc, Amsoil Synthetic Motor Oil 5w-30, Amsoil Synthetic Severe Gear Oil 75w-90 w/ Friction Modifier, Powerslot Rotors, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Fog & Headlight HIDs.
goldenboyx92 is offline  
Digg this Post!Add Post to del.icio.usBookmark Post in TechnoratiFurl this Post!
Reply With Quote
Old 07-02-2008   #2 (permalink)
beetlejuice is offline Made Member

5.0L Member


Joined: Jun 2008
Posts: 357 Threads: 3
 beetlejuice's Country Flag
Flanders   New Jersey
Default

The rubber material off off your braket is the hanger. In order to adjust the pipes you'll need to loosen the clamp(s) at the joints and try(if you can) to spin them slightly or wiggle them to reposition and then retighten the clamp(s).
beetlejuice is offline  
Digg this Post!Add Post to del.icio.usBookmark Post in TechnoratiFurl this Post!
Reply With Quote
Old 07-02-2008   #3 (permalink)
goldenboyx92 is offline Apprentice


Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 122 Threads: 10
 goldenboyx92's Country Flag  View goldenboyx92's 15 photos
Hoffman Estates   Illinois
Default

so the joint clamps on the exhaust pipe itself?! Cuz the pipe on the right seems to be hanging a bit low and I kinda want to raise it to match the left. So I loosen the clamp and move it? Is that right? I just want to verify to verify
__________________
2006 4.0L V6 Mustang- Pony Package, Shelby GT500 Spoiler, JLT CAI, SCT X3 Tuner, 93 Octane Tune, Magnaflow Catback Exhaust, Bosch Iridium Spark Plugs, Firestone Firehawk GT Tires, 8.8 GT Rear Axle, Ford Racing 4.10 gears, Ford Racing Trac-Loc, Amsoil Synthetic Motor Oil 5w-30, Amsoil Synthetic Severe Gear Oil 75w-90 w/ Friction Modifier, Powerslot Rotors, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Fog & Headlight HIDs.
goldenboyx92 is offline  
Digg this Post!Add Post to del.icio.usBookmark Post in TechnoratiFurl this Post!
Reply With Quote
Old 07-02-2008   #4 (permalink)
beetlejuice is offline Made Member

5.0L Member


Joined: Jun 2008
Posts: 357 Threads: 3
 beetlejuice's Country Flag
Flanders   New Jersey
Default

If it's just a hanging low issue I would raise the hanger but there is probably no adjustment and it might not move the exhaust up anyway because the exhaust is so ridgid. Exhaust is never really an exact part on a car so if the pipe were bent a little off from the factory it could also cause it. Is it the tailpipe where it is easily seen?
beetlejuice is offline  
Digg this Post!Add Post to del.icio.usBookmark Post in TechnoratiFurl this Post!
Reply With Quote
Old 07-02-2008   #5 (permalink)
goldenboyx92 is offline Apprentice


Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 122 Threads: 10
 goldenboyx92's Country Flag  View goldenboyx92's 15 photos
Hoffman Estates   Illinois
Default

yea..if you stand back and look at the exhaust. The left pipe is nice and tight bugging the bumper. The right pipe or tip for that matter is hanging lower than the left. So its kinda of by a little less than an inch. What do you suggest? Should I have the pipe bent, try it myself, or just leave the darn thing alone??? They are magnaflow catbacks
__________________
2006 4.0L V6 Mustang- Pony Package, Shelby GT500 Spoiler, JLT CAI, SCT X3 Tuner, 93 Octane Tune, Magnaflow Catback Exhaust, Bosch Iridium Spark Plugs, Firestone Firehawk GT Tires, 8.8 GT Rear Axle, Ford Racing 4.10 gears, Ford Racing Trac-Loc, Amsoil Synthetic Motor Oil 5w-30, Amsoil Synthetic Severe Gear Oil 75w-90 w/ Friction Modifier, Powerslot Rotors, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Fog & Headlight HIDs.
goldenboyx92 is offline  
Digg this Post!Add Post to del.icio.usBookmark Post in TechnoratiFurl this Post!
Reply With Quote
Old 07-02-2008   #6 (permalink)
beetlejuice is offline Made Member

5.0L Member


Joined: Jun 2008
Posts: 357 Threads: 3
 beetlejuice's Country Flag
Flanders   New Jersey
Default

Well the question is is the left one too high or the right too low? You could bend it a little or have it bent if you take it off the car-you'd probably only need a very slight "bend" or have one of the bends bent a little more-just barely. I find aftermarket systems are notorious for their poor fitment problems, but what can you do, you know.
beetlejuice is offline  
Digg this Post!Add Post to del.icio.usBookmark Post in TechnoratiFurl this Post!
Reply With Quote
Old 07-02-2008   #7 (permalink)
goldenboyx92 is offline Apprentice


Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 122 Threads: 10
 goldenboyx92's Country Flag  View goldenboyx92's 15 photos
Hoffman Estates   Illinois
Default

I agree bro. The left one is perfect...its the right side that is too low. Oh well I mean it is just slightly off I am just too picky I guess. My friends say its fine but I like my car ,and I am sure others feel me, to be perfect. Thanks
__________________
2006 4.0L V6 Mustang- Pony Package, Shelby GT500 Spoiler, JLT CAI, SCT X3 Tuner, 93 Octane Tune, Magnaflow Catback Exhaust, Bosch Iridium Spark Plugs, Firestone Firehawk GT Tires, 8.8 GT Rear Axle, Ford Racing 4.10 gears, Ford Racing Trac-Loc, Amsoil Synthetic Motor Oil 5w-30, Amsoil Synthetic Severe Gear Oil 75w-90 w/ Friction Modifier, Powerslot Rotors, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Fog & Headlight HIDs.
goldenboyx92 is offline  
Digg this Post!Add Post to del.icio.usBookmark Post in TechnoratiFurl this Post!
Reply With Quote
Old 07-03-2008   #8 (permalink)
Salvatorey is offline Made Member

S197 Member


Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 662 Threads: 83
 Salvatorey's Country Flag  View Salvatorey's 12 photos
Campbell Hall   New York
Default

Yeah i'd just take it to the local muffler place if i were you and have them take care of it in a flash. wouldnt cost you really.

For a second...after reading "How do you straighten out the exhaust pipes?" I thought this might be some sort of a joke thread with something like "I really want to get straight pipes...how can i do this?"
__________________
2006 Roush Sport Mustang GT

Mods: BBK cold air intake, Muffler Delete, Bamachips 93 octane performance tune
Salvatorey is offline  
Digg this Post!Add Post to del.icio.usBookmark Post in TechnoratiFurl this Post!
Reply With Quote
Old 07-05-2008   #9 (permalink)
goldenboyx92 is offline Apprentice


Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 122 Threads: 10
 goldenboyx92's Country Flag  View goldenboyx92's 15 photos
Hoffman Estates   Illinois
Default

hahaha! No no...I was really serious. But yea I think I will just take it to a muffler shop and have it done right. I mean I can def do it, but a proffesional shop will be best!
__________________
2006 4.0L V6 Mustang- Pony Package, Shelby GT500 Spoiler, JLT CAI, SCT X3 Tuner, 93 Octane Tune, Magnaflow Catback Exhaust, Bosch Iridium Spark Plugs, Firestone Firehawk GT Tires, 8.8 GT Rear Axle, Ford Racing 4.10 gears, Ford Racing Trac-Loc, Amsoil Synthetic Motor Oil 5w-30, Amsoil Synthetic Severe Gear Oil 75w-90 w/ Friction Modifier, Powerslot Rotors, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Fog & Headlight HIDs.
goldenboyx92 is offline  
Digg this Post!Add Post to del.icio.usBookmark Post in TechnoratiFurl this Post!
Reply With Quote
Old 07-07-2008   #10 (permalink)
sevalley is offline Rookie


Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 2 Threads: 0
 sevalley's Country Flag
reseda   California
Default

I have magnaflow duals also, it was hell getting them to sit right and to be even. I had to have a muffler shop weld them into place. Now they sit right, but the hangers aren't perfect, so I can hear the exhaust moving around over big bumps, its really annoying, am thinking about getting another system altogether, like Borla. Or maybe ill just try new hangers.

I don't know what muffler shop you are going to, but if they have to raise your car, remove the pipes, bend them and reinstall them, they are going to charge you something!
__________________
Sevalley
2006 Tungsten Grey V6 Ragtop | 5-speed | Billet Grill | GT Spoiler | 18" Fanblades | Magnaflow Dual Catback | Rear GT Bumper | Kenwood DNX5120 DVD NAVI
sevalley is offline  
Digg this Post!Add Post to del.icio.usBookmark Post in TechnoratiFurl this Post!
Reply With Quote
Reply



Thread Tools


Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
2005 stock exhaust vs 2006 stock exhaust Benz-vettes 2005-2009 V6 Mustang Tech 4 07-17-2008 05:18 PM
1999 v6 Mustang Exhaust Questions 3.8mcelvy V6 Talk 2 01-30-2008 03:20 PM
exhaust noise problem LaTech_stang V6 Tech 2 08-19-2006 11:13 PM
Ford Racing Exhaust vs. Borla Exhaust (for V6) selfdisplaced 2005-2009 V6 Mustang Tech 16 08-13-2006 10:19 PM
Please help! Super Racing exhaust sound in the outside, but insane while driving Cobra'00 V6 Tech 3 08-09-2006 01:57 PM

sponsors

Mustang Photos
Add to Favorites    Link to us    Contact    Directory    Site Rules    Archive    Terms of Use    Privacy    Top Sites    RSS    Meet Our Sponsors    Advertise   
AllFordMustangs is not affiliated with or endorsed by Ford Motor Company. ©Copyright 2002-2010 All Auto Enthusiasts Network

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110 111 112