Author Topic: Top tip for removing those dreaded exhaust manifold 'C' clamps  (Read 5731 times)

Offline richandhazel

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mk1 (Steve) found this excellent method for removing those dreaded exhaust manifold to downpipe 'C' clamps:-



http://www.type53.com/tools/exhaust.html

Offline frankerooney

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Have you tried this method? I just wondered if there was enough space between the manifold and the edge of the clip to fit the exhaust clip in? I'm about to have a play at the weekend with my scirocco (head gasket blown!) and need to remove these lovely clips! Good tip though!.  ;D
Cheers.

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i used a screw driver took ages and u knew when it pinged lol, but thanks to rich i dont have that worry no more, cheers mate  ;D

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Offline richandhazel

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Steve (Mk1) should get the credit for finding that gem, he found it, I just posted it on his behalf ;) Good tip that hopefully will help some........

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in that case top marks for both of u  :D

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what's a muffler  ;)

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isnt that a thing women have?  :P