relief welds on manifold
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Width shouldn't matter, as long as you cut through it. But like I said, you might not have to cut the manifold if you have a new generation greddy manifold.
Mine was cut by the PO, and is currently warped to the point where I have no idea how I'm going to get it off. That's what she said.
Mine was cut by the PO, and is currently warped to the point where I have no idea how I'm going to get it off. That's what she said.
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If it's a hack saw, use lots of used motor oil to lube the blade.
Or buy a $15 angle grinder from HF and use one or two $1.99 cut off wheels for a much faster and lazier approach.
No I cannot tell if it's a new manifold. I just know that there were chronic issues with the original that required relief cuts, and that eventually people stopped doing the relief cuts and they were fine, indicating a design change.
If it's used (as it appears to be) and it's survived this long without cracks, I'd just leave it alone. However I assume no responsibility.
Or buy a $15 angle grinder from HF and use one or two $1.99 cut off wheels for a much faster and lazier approach.
No I cannot tell if it's a new manifold. I just know that there were chronic issues with the original that required relief cuts, and that eventually people stopped doing the relief cuts and they were fine, indicating a design change.
If it's used (as it appears to be) and it's survived this long without cracks, I'd just leave it alone. However I assume no responsibility.