Crossover pipe leak

[The Devils Own Chariot]

I have the motor out and I was just checking things that I have apart. I was pressure testing the crossover pipe and it leaks at the clamp were the two pieces meet. Whats up with that. That should be totally sealed right?

 

[MikeRenz]

Re: Crossover pipe leak

That should be totally sealed right?

yup

 

[turbodig]

Re: Crossover pipe leak

Actually, I'll bet a lot of them leak somewhat.

That joint needs to be able to give somewhat to allow for expansion of the pipe.

 

[SacDoug]

Re: Crossover pipe leak

It all depends on the size of the leak. I don't think there is such as thing as a 100% air tight car exhaust.

 

[The Devils Own Chariot]

Re: Crossover pipe leak

What about welding it together?

 

[turbodig]

Re: Crossover pipe leak

What about welding it together?

You'd be welding cracks in exhaust manifolds as well in the future.

A better idea would be to look into using flexible exhaust bellows over that joint.

 

[1madgumby]

Re: Crossover pipe leak

I used this on mine & it works perfect.

http://scoutparts.com/products/?view=product&product_id=13740