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Ruebernard · 05-11-2015, 04:11 PM

Hi members,
I pulled the trigger and ordered Borla touring axle backs. Can't wait to install them! This involves cutting the tailpipes. What method do you think will be easier/quicker way to cut the pipes? The car will be on ramps. Should I go with a chain type pipe cutter or should I spend a few more $$$$ and get a reciprocating saw? Having no idea how to use the chain type pipe cutter how hard is it to use one? Or would it be cheaper in the long run to have them installed?
Thanks in advance!

Jason@JacFab · 05-11-2015, 04:22 PM

I've always just used a sawzall with no issues. Measure twice... maybe three or four times, cut once.

Ruebernard · 05-11-2015, 04:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jason@JacFab

I've always just used a sawzall with no issues. Measure twice... maybe three or four times, cut once.

Thank you sir, sage advice.

43Camaro · 05-11-2015, 05:13 PM

I've used a Sawzall and a cut off wheel. Both have worked fine for me.

rtcat600man · 05-11-2015, 05:32 PM

I did mine myself. Gave me a good reason to go purchase a sawzall. Nothing to it, cut thru it like butter.

Ruebernard · 05-11-2015, 05:36 PM

Will go the sawzall route then. They have a couple inexpensive ones @ Harbor Freight. Thanks for the feedback it's really appreciated.

05-11-2015, 04:11 PM	#1
Ruebernard Drives: 2017 GRT 2SS/RS M6 Vert Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Oro Valley Posts: 1,200 View My Garage	Axle back DIY question Hi members, I pulled the trigger and ordered Borla touring axle backs. Can't wait to install them! This involves cutting the tailpipes. What method do you think will be easier/quicker way to cut the pipes? The car will be on ramps. Should I go with a chain type pipe cutter or should I spend a few more $$$$ and get a reciprocating saw? Having no idea how to use the chain type pipe cutter how hard is it to use one? Or would it be cheaper in the long run to have them installed? Thanks in advance! __________________ If it were more fun, it would be illegal!

05-11-2015, 05:13 PM	#4
43Camaro Drives: [COTW 8/3/15] 2010 Camaro SS L99 Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Mooresville NC Posts: 434 View My Garage	I've used a Sawzall and a cut off wheel. Both have worked fine for me. __________________ A Little bit of power. ALL WORK DONE BY ME! Just added 2021 ZL1 1LE to the Stable! https://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=418273

05-11-2015, 05:32 PM	#5
rtcat600man having FUN now 13.66@101 Drives: 2010 2LT IOM Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Clarkston, Michigan Posts: 9,230 View My Garage	I did mine myself. Gave me a good reason to go purchase a sawzall. Nothing to it, cut thru it like butter. __________________ MY BUILD Last edited by rtcat600man; 05-11-2015 at 05:42 PM.

05-11-2015, 05:36 PM	#6
Ruebernard Drives: 2017 GRT 2SS/RS M6 Vert Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Oro Valley Posts: 1,200 View My Garage	Will go the sawzall route then. They have a couple inexpensive ones @ Harbor Freight. Thanks for the feedback it's really appreciated. __________________ If it were more fun, it would be illegal!

05-11-2015, 04:22 PM	#2
Jason@JacFab Drives: 2016 1LT RS Camaro; 72 Chevelle Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Central Point, OR Posts: 5,688 View My Garage	I've always just used a sawzall with no issues. Measure twice... maybe three or four times, cut once.