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tcwells · 07-10-2011, 11:49 AM

I was wondering which way I should get my MRT 1.0 exhaust installed. Should it be with the clamping or welding? Not really sure the difference between each but would assume that the welding would cost a bit more.
Thanks

BigJake707 · 07-10-2011, 12:17 PM

Depends on your local shops...My usual exhaust guy's shop charges time and a half for pre-designed kit installation. Run down to your local shop and get some estimates for welded installation as opposed to doing it yourself at home.

Sterling · 07-10-2011, 12:23 PM

I just clamped it on myself... didn't want to get it welded until I knew I'd be happy. I'm thinking about getting some DT shorties and having them both welded at the same time.

tcwells · 07-10-2011, 12:52 PM

I'll probably go with the clamping then.. I think I read somewhere that with it being clamped the pipes or something with the exhaust can shift? I may be wrong but just checking.

BenningJ · 07-10-2011, 04:19 PM

Yes if you do clamp them and do NOT clamp them tight enough then they can shift a bit. Usually it is the passenger side that shifts. However, if you have them sticking out passed the diffuser about 3/8" to 7/16" and tighten the clamps as much as possible (it is a good idea to have someone help you at this point; they hold the tips center in the opening while you wrench away) then you will not have any problems. You can refer to my threads about installation and spacing distances. I have them re-situated and clamped tight now and they have not moved since. If you do decide to weld them I would not pay more than $100.

rtcat600man · 07-10-2011, 05:21 PM

Welded. IMHO. Never have to worry about them moving again. I don't plan to change them out so easy choice for me.

tcwells · 07-10-2011, 05:32 PM

Thanks for the advice.. I'm considering to just go ahead and weld them on. Hopefully the place I decide to take it to isn't to expensive. I would be happy with around $80 but yes like you said benning 100 and over would be a little too much

07-10-2011, 11:49 AM	#1
tcwells Drives: 2010 2LT Camaro Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 24 View My Garage	MRT 1.0 Exhaust Installation I was wondering which way I should get my MRT 1.0 exhaust installed. Should it be with the clamping or welding? Not really sure the difference between each but would assume that the welding would cost a bit more. Thanks __________________

07-10-2011, 12:17 PM	#2
BigJake707 Resident Cynic Drives: "Shakira" 2010 Camaro 1LT V6 Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Trinidad, CA Posts: 182	Depends on your local shops...My usual exhaust guy's shop charges time and a half for pre-designed kit installation. Run down to your local shop and get some estimates for welded installation as opposed to doing it yourself at home. __________________ *Current Mods- Injen CAI, Trifecta tune, Doug Thorley shorties, MRT v1 w/ res delete, 20" Boss 338's (Grey), SS Bumper, Heritage Grill, Pfadt Racing Lowering Springs* *Upcoming Mods- MPD1 Spoiler* *Planned Cosmetic Mods- Modern Yenko Stripes, Window Tint*

07-10-2011, 12:23 PM	#3
Sterling Drives: 2010 Camaro 1LT/RS M6 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Fairhaven, MA Posts: 5,882 View My Garage	I just clamped it on myself... didn't want to get it welded until I knew I'd be happy. I'm thinking about getting some DT shorties and having them both welded at the same time. __________________ Trifecta tune, Vararam Intake, VMAX throttle body and manifold insulator, RxPerformance Catch Can, , MRT v1.0 and Louvers, Barton shifter, BMR strut tower brace, RED dome light and Plasma LED DRL's, fieldgoal00's Halo 1 harness, hood spears/side stripes, rain guards, custom bowtie, Team LLT badges, headlight and foglight covers, taillight and side marker covers, backup light covers, WeatherTech floormats

07-10-2011, 12:52 PM	#4
tcwells Drives: 2010 2LT Camaro Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 24 View My Garage	I'll probably go with the clamping then.. I think I read somewhere that with it being clamped the pipes or something with the exhaust can shift? I may be wrong but just checking. __________________

07-10-2011, 04:19 PM	#5
BenningJ Drives: 2013 AGM 1SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Cedar Falls, Iowa Posts: 1,581 View My Garage	Yes if you do clamp them and do NOT clamp them tight enough then they can shift a bit. Usually it is the passenger side that shifts. However, if you have them sticking out passed the diffuser about 3/8" to 7/16" and tighten the clamps as much as possible (it is a good idea to have someone help you at this point; they hold the tips center in the opening while you wrench away) then you will not have any problems. You can refer to my threads about installation and spacing distances. I have them re-situated and clamped tight now and they have not moved since. If you do decide to weld them I would not pay more than $100. __________________ 2013 Camaro 1SS/RS - Ashen Gray Metallic \| LS3 \| CAI Inductions, Inc Intake \| Vmax Ported Throttle Body \| Dynatech 1.875" Long Tube Headers \| Apex Scoop & Washer Bottle Relocation \| Lethal Racing Night Fury Cam \| BTR 7.400" Push Rods \|LS2 Dampener \| Melling 10296 Oil Pump \| IWIS Chain \| BTR .660" Dual Valve Springs \| BTR Trunion Upgrade Kit \| Lethal Racing Tuned \| Anvil Notch Spoiler \| BMR Split Drop Springs \| Eaton TrueTrac \| GM 3.91 Gears \| LPW Diff Cover \| Rohana RF2 275/40 20x10F 315/35 20x11R \| BMR Polyurethane Motor Mounts

07-10-2011, 05:21 PM	#6
rtcat600man having FUN now 13.66@101 Drives: 2010 2LT IOM Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Clarkston, Michigan Posts: 9,230 View My Garage	Welded. IMHO. Never have to worry about them moving again. I don't plan to change them out so easy choice for me. __________________ MY BUILD

07-10-2011, 05:32 PM	#7
tcwells Drives: 2010 2LT Camaro Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 24 View My Garage	Thanks for the advice.. I'm considering to just go ahead and weld them on. Hopefully the place I decide to take it to isn't to expensive. I would be happy with around $80 but yes like you said benning 100 and over would be a little too much __________________

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