Re: Leaky Muffler Clamp

Posted by Mike Flanagan on August 13, 1997 at 23:34:45

In Reply to: Re: Leaky Muffler Clamp
posted by JD in AZ on August 13, 1997 at 16:44:36

: I clean the manifold and muffler flange areawith rough sandpaper to make sure it is clean.then take a jack and jack the muffler into the flange.Make sure that both flanges match at this time(very important).In stall clamp,make sure it fits both flanges well.Tighten,remove jack.No need for goop Henry did'nt use any.Happy A'un.
JD didn't say to use a small ball peen hammer to work the flange of the tail pipe to fit the exhaust manifold before installing the clamp. When installing the clamp tighten incrementally while gently tapping the clamp around it's perimeter. This will further help to seat the pipe with the flange. Also make sure the clamp is not upside down. Stranger things have happened. This advice from a fellow driving an A with the king of exhaust leaks... maybe I'll fix that tommorrow. Maybe....
Mike Flanagan, The Model A Fool.

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Re: Leaky Muffler Clamp Doug Linden August 14, 1997 at 11:48:19(0)
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