So I installed the plug for the O2 sensor when I installed the power up kit in my 08 2 years ago. I decided to safety wire the nut to the mount for the midpipe heat shield, idiot! Well I guess the safety wire pulled on the weld/mount and created a crack at the weld. Eventually it rattled off completely. I now need a midpipe even from the 06/07 carb models if anyone has one.
Twisted safety wire is not very stiff, I am not sure that it caused that failure. Why not just have the pipe welded? Probably cheaper than buying a new one.
It sure was the safety wire. I did it way to tight and the mount fell off causing the hole. I would've welded it if it had it.
They're saying get the pipe welded instead of trying to find a replacement. Pull it off and go to your nearest exhaust shop.
Ya I know what they're saying but I still want that mount for the exhaust shield. I like having it on instead of burning my pants on it. It is an option that I'm aware of though.
Weld a mount / nut back on. Mine did that with no wire. It's from vibs. I reinforced all my mounts on the pipe w/ small mig welder at the shop. Be careful, it's thin and you can burn through if the amps to high.
