time for new pipes!

[Ronald]

ive heard of the pipes cracking on the back head pipe, but ive had no issues with mine and have 36,000 miles on em and I just changed the exhaust gasket. the only issue ive had with mine are the heat shield clamps breaking, I just removed the exhaust last week , changed every clamp with stainless steel clamps, new gaskets and no cracks or problems. after the first heat cycle make sure the flange bolts are tight and should have no problems at all. V&H rules.

[Chuck A.]

Originally Posted by Ronald

ive heard of the pipes cracking on the back head pipe,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,.

On a personal note, I think the best way to prevent the cracking is to install the header to proper torque at the flange but leave the clamp at the pipe/muffler loose through a heat cycle. When you slid the muffler onto the pipe it has been forced into place. If you tighten the clap it remain in a bind. Start the engine and let it relax the tension through the heat and vibrations.