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Re: [TR] Detaching header from tailpipe

To: Randall <tr3driver@ca.rr.com>
Subject: Re: [TR] Detaching header from tailpipe
From: "Lee&John Howard" <leejohn7@gmail.com>
Date: Thu, 28 Feb 2008 18:31:03 -0800
Thanks. I'll give a try and report back.
John

On Thu, Feb 28, 2008 at 3:24 PM, Randall <tr3driver@ca.rr.com> wrote:

> > I'd like to get the header out for a ceramic coating, but, of
> > course, can't
> > budge it from its junction with the tail pipe. Many applications of
> > rust-bust stuff hasn't helped. Is there a way to get them
> > apart without cutting?
>
> Not always.
>
> > Do I apply a  propane torch?
>
> Should help, but don't forget that most "rust bust stuff" is flammable.
>  Get
> it good and hot, then try twisting the pipes.  Wrapping a wet towel around
> the part that goes inside (to create a temporary thermal gradient) may
> help
> too.  Once they start to move a little, dose with PB Blaster then keep
> twisting back and forth.
>
> Randall
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