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Old Feb 20, 2009 | 06:09 PM
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Need help now for upgrade in progress
Finally putting on 4 " exhaust and have everything off but down pipe. Have taken the bolt out of the clamp but clamp just won't come off. How do I get it off?? 99 1/2 7.3
 
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Old Feb 20, 2009 | 06:11 PM
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Spray it with PB blaster. It's rusted in place. A screwdriver might be able to pop the band off. I might need an overnight bath in the PB to allow it to penetrate.
 
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Old Feb 20, 2009 | 06:12 PM
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lots of PB blast the night before and big screw driver..
 
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Old Feb 20, 2009 | 06:14 PM
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what is PB blaster??
 
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Remember that if you beat the tar out of it with a BFH, plan on a new band clamp.
 
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Old Feb 20, 2009 | 06:16 PM
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use a small heal bar and it will pop off like a rocket i use same one on them all has worked well for me
 
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PB blast is like WD-40 only 10 times better..
 
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what is PB blaster??
Its WD-40 on Steroids. A must for the toolbox. Most auto stores and home improvement places carry it.
 
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After I spray it down where is the best place to tap on it?? with a BFH
 
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Old Feb 20, 2009 | 06:30 PM
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Got it off. You guys are great. Love this site .FTE
 
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Good to hear. Have fun with your new exhaust.
 
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