How to install extractors (ecotec V6)

[the_random_hero]

nice right up can u list like all the tools and stuff please would be a great help!

If you want to do it properly, you'll need a decent set of spanners, sockers and a big screwdriver, plus some sort of welder. Most exhausts I've seen attached by U clamps have had leaks, no matter how tight the clamps are.
Always use a gasket, even if it's just the original one with a good coating of sealant over it.

 

[vxcalais_01]

What extractors (brand) are these by the way ??? How were the gains ?

 

[vxcalais_01]

Easily one of the best write ups.....

 

[delcowizzid]

shame about the horribly done bends in the extractors and y-pipe not the most performance oreintated setup thats for sure .wouldnt be expecting much gain over stock manifolds.good write up though

 

[vxcalais_01]

These look like Lukey Headers, black coating, with the almost bulbous shape in the pipes. They look the same as the pipes shown on the Lukey website, similar bends. Even if they were press bent, i am sure Lukey know plenty about designing these things........

 

[jashdown91]

shame about the horribly done bends in the extractors and y-pipe not the most performance oreintated setup thats for sure .wouldnt be expecting much gain over stock manifolds.good write up though

i dunno if you noticed the difference in length between the old manifold and the new extractor? but if you ask me, the old manifold would be the equivalent of us breathing through a straw. you would be surprised at the increase you get just from extractors

good write up mate.

 

[Klint_VS]

and one snap a headder stud?? i need measurements for them

 

[mithunt]

Thanks for sharing:surprise:

 

[flawnt]

the two bolts closest to the firewall on the drivers & passenger sides have been snapped (looks like prior to me touching it) what the hell do i do now? :S
and also im having a bit of difficulty with the 2 nuts that connect the drivers side stock manifold to the y-pipe, any tips? its on a VS

 

[Not_An_Abba_Fan]

If you are fitting extractors, it doesn't matter about the flange nuts that connect the Y pipe. Just snap them off.

With the broken studs, I weld a nut to the end of the stud and then undo them. Drilling them and retapping is difficult because of their location.