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Posted by g-ride14 (Member # 9143) on :
 
so today i called the local muffler shop and asked then how much it would be to install an slp x-pipe i have for my 97 cobra and they said they cant do it unless the x-pipe has a C.A.R.B. number on it. wtf? has anyone had this problem before and how hard is it to install one in the driveway with jackstands and a lowered car?
 
Posted by 91fox (Member # 7842) on :
 
them wanting a CARB number is common, muffler shops are fags like that. changing out the mid pipe is something you could defineitely do in your driveway. its only going to require jackstands some basic tools there is not much to it.
 
Posted by sharkattack (Member # 645) on :
 
Unplug some o2 sensors and 8 bolts. Easy job. If your going to use jack stands make sure you do it on a level surface. You can do this no problem. Easy job. Keep the floor jack on the K-member for safety too.
 
Posted by g-ride14 (Member # 9143) on :
 
so the o2 sensors just plug into the new pipe? also what kinda of gaskets do i need to complete the job? all i have is the pipe. no extra parts. what do i all need to do a full install?
 
Posted by sharkattack (Member # 645) on :
 
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Originally posted by g-ride14:
so the o2 sensors just plug into the new pipe? also what kinda of gaskets do i need to complete the job? all i have is the pipe. no extra parts. what do i all need to do a full install?
Unplug the O2 sensors, when you drop the stock pipe, you will need a 22mm wrench to take of the O2 sensors. Put these sensors back into the new pipe. Only gasket you'll need is a passenger side collector. Pick one up from FORD.
 
Posted by Daniel50 (Member # 5629) on :
 
there are a lot of people on here that will do the install for you cheap. between 60-100 bucks
 
Posted by t top freak (Member # 6269) on :
 
most shops wont do have anything to do with that swap due to smog laws and whatnot.

exhaust is one of the easiest things to do in your garage though, just do it yourself
 
Posted by Carless (Member # 9119) on :
 
There's a shop in fremont that does it wit out the carb number. But they charge like 100-200 dollars.
 
Posted by g-ride14 (Member # 9143) on :
 
could you pm me the name of the shop?
 
Posted by 03SVTPower (Member # 518) on :
 
place i go to charges 120 bucks, here in vacaville.
 
Posted by Carless (Member # 9119) on :
 
Pm sent.
 




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