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Old 10-28-2009, 04:26 PM
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Default Pitfalls of exhaust installation



Here's a problem I've encountered when installing the very excellent Vetterman system on my RV-7A. I can't get to the inside bolts on cylinders 3 and 4 to tighten them, let alone torque them properly.

There must be a secret here.

Watch my video here
for a further explanation.
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Old 10-28-2009, 04:34 PM
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You should be able to find a narrow socket at Home Depot or Lowes that will work. My standard sockets did not fit either.
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Old 10-28-2009, 04:40 PM
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See if you can borrow a 1/4" drive Snap on swivel socket.



These really fit into tight locations.
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Old 10-28-2009, 05:05 PM
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What Mike said. But no need to go with Snap-On, as your local Sears has them. Might as well buy one, as you'll need to periodically check the exhaust nuts. About $8 as I recall.

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Old 10-28-2009, 05:40 PM
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Quote:
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What Mike said.
Tony
Gosh, I like to hear that

If the Sears will fit great!!, if not try a Snap On.

The Snap On unit is a bit smaller than the Sears, been there done that.
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Old 10-28-2009, 07:19 PM
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Default 1/4 drive Sears socket

I used the 1/4" drive sears socket and extension and had no problem.
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Old 10-28-2009, 08:18 PM
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Default Exhaust Nuts

A cheap and easy way: A craftsman 3/8" drive deep socket and a belt sander, grind down the outside till it will go on the exhaust nut. It will be pretty thin but still strong enough to handle the torque requirements of this job. Reserve your modified socket for this job only. Made mine long ago and have used it countless times.

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Old 10-28-2009, 08:40 PM
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The Sears 1/4" drive flex sockets worked for me. You might as well buy the set, 8 sockets 3/16-9/16 $50.00 list.
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Old 10-28-2009, 08:46 PM
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Default I'm not gonna be any help...

...but that video made me smile.
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Old 10-29-2009, 08:27 AM
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Default Snap-On

You'll never reget buying the Snap-On swivel sockets. I check the torque on the exhaust nuts studs at every oil change and it's a 5 minute job with the Snap-On's.
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