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*Chris07LB* · 12-15-2006, 06:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by punch

cat back???? please share what you got??

Take it to PMs guys... keep the DIY post on TOPIC.

Notthy[Yaris/S]07 · 12-16-2006, 04:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Violin

No the scion header won't fit.

thanx for the info jeje

Katana · 12-16-2006, 05:06 PM

Nice job there!Great DIY Chris.

*Chris07LB* · 12-16-2006, 05:39 PM

Thanks Kat.

punch · 12-17-2006, 11:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chris07LB

Take it to PMs guys... keep the DIY post on TOPIC.

maybe you should get the mod to sticky the thread, and lock it then, this forum doesn't have rules, its like a free for all, ever since the mod allowed people to swear and such, this forum has lost much respect from me.

*Chris07LB* · 12-17-2006, 02:26 PM

By locking it, it would only get burried away, as it would never get bumped to the top, if knowone replied.

I do agree with you to a point though, but lets not get into it here, there is a section just for that.

Now back to topic!

ChinoCharles · 12-20-2006, 01:36 PM

OK, so I know you guys are wondering where the fuck the dyno results are.

Sunday rolls around and I pop open the install DIY and see that I need a 3/4 inch drive ratchet. Well, I decide I am going to try and torque those bolts off with a 1/2 inch drive, because I had honestly never seen a 3/4 inch ratchet and wasn't convinced I could easily find one. Took the heat shield off, got the car up on stands, and crawl under there... not happening. Chris wasn't kidding. You need some serious leverage for those collector bolts, as they are torqued to 32 lb/ft. Well, I go out and find a 3/4 inch drive ratchet at Autozone (surprisingly) but they don't sell any adapters or sockets for it. I then tried Sears hardware, regular Sears, Advanced Autoparts, Lowes, and Home Depot. Nothing. Called the dyno shop to see if he had one sitting around, and that was a big fat no. I was shit outta luck. So, I ordered a 3/4 inch female to 1/2 inch male adapter from Amazon.com and upon reception of that (should be here soon after Christmas) I will install the new header and go to the dyno shop.

Sorry for the teaser... of course the one tool I need seems to be a tool that you can't get without dropping thousands on a master mechanic's toolbox. God dammit. I'll update when I get the adapter and get the new header on. Sorry guys!

On the bright side, I now have a ratchet big enough to kill a large individual.

Doc Zaius · 12-20-2006, 01:45 PM

would an extender arm for the 1/2" ratchet not work? something to give you more leverage?

ChinoCharles · 12-20-2006, 01:47 PM

It may have, but then again I also may have broken the ratchet... that is a lot of torque to put on a tinny ratchet. I'm all for being patient and using the right tool for the job.

H8SGAS · 12-20-2006, 02:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChinoCharles

It may have, but then again I also may have broken the ratchet... that is a lot of torque to put on a tinny ratchet. .

Been there in the past and broke the ratchet, good choice in waiting

*Chris07LB* · 12-20-2006, 05:59 PM

Where's my phone call? I would have sent you out the tool you needed. Silly wabbit.

ChinoCharles · 12-20-2006, 09:29 PM

Actually Chris, I did call you... haha. Its a 330 number. Save that shit.

*Chris07LB* · 12-20-2006, 09:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChinoCharles

Actually Chris, I did call you... haha. Its a 330 number. Save that shit.

Word? Sorry Charles, did you leave a voice mail? Phones been acting a bit strange lately.

ChinoCharles · 12-20-2006, 09:35 PM

Naw, I didn't leave a voicemail. Its not a big deal homie, I've got the shit in the mail now! Thanks though, next time I'll leave one now that I know.

ism3t · 12-21-2006, 06:04 AM

no one else hearing a kind of sputterin noise? or similar to a lawn mower or car kart when they accel?

*Chris07LB* · 12-21-2006, 09:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ism3t

no one else hearing a kind of sputterin noise? or similar to a lawn mower or car kart when they accel?

If your hearing that, you have a leak somewhere.. either at the collector, or the header gasket.

mikeukrainetz · 12-21-2006, 12:45 PM

why the specialty tools? why not use a breaker bar? its like 20 bucks at any parts store.

*Chris07LB* · 12-21-2006, 01:00 PM

Didn't think what I listed in my parts list, was anything special. Its a DIY ment to "help" in the install process, its not the bible on one way of doing something.

Depending on how high you can get your car off the ground (without a lift), its going to be hard to spin a breaker bar, with the limited amount or room you will have under the car. Everyone's different though, whatever works.

12-16-2006, 05:06 PM	#39
Katana Drives: Yaris LB 1.3lt 06 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Under the hood! Posts: 1,124	Nice job there!Great DIY Chris. __________________ It's not the ride, it's the rider!

12-20-2006, 01:45 PM	#44
Doc Zaius Lurker supreme! View User's Garage Drives: old and boosted! Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Ottawa, ON, Canada Posts: 792	would an extender arm for the 1/2" ratchet not work? something to give you more leverage? __________________ 2006 Red Blitzed RS 5-door

12-21-2006, 12:45 PM	#53
mikeukrainetz View User's Garage Drives: 2006 Toyota Yaris Join Date: May 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 564	why the specialty tools? why not use a breaker bar? its like 20 bucks at any parts store. __________________ http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2336679

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12-16-2006, 05:39 PM	#40
Chris07LB Super Moderator View User's Garage Drives: Yaris Liftback Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: New Jersey Posts: 3,174	Thanks Kat.

12-17-2006, 02:26 PM	#42
Chris07LB Super Moderator View User's Garage Drives: Yaris Liftback Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: New Jersey Posts: 3,174	By locking it, it would only get burried away, as it would never get bumped to the top, if knowone replied. I do agree with you to a point though, but lets not get into it here, there is a section just for that. Now back to topic!

12-20-2006, 01:36 PM	#43
ChinoCharles Banned Drives: LB Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: OH Posts: 7,787	OK, so I know you guys are wondering where the fuck the dyno results are. Sunday rolls around and I pop open the install DIY and see that I need a 3/4 inch drive ratchet. Well, I decide I am going to try and torque those bolts off with a 1/2 inch drive, because I had honestly never seen a 3/4 inch ratchet and wasn't convinced I could easily find one. Took the heat shield off, got the car up on stands, and crawl under there... not happening. Chris wasn't kidding. You need some serious leverage for those collector bolts, as they are torqued to 32 lb/ft. Well, I go out and find a 3/4 inch drive ratchet at Autozone (surprisingly) but they don't sell any adapters or sockets for it. I then tried Sears hardware, regular Sears, Advanced Autoparts, Lowes, and Home Depot. Nothing. Called the dyno shop to see if he had one sitting around, and that was a big fat no. I was shit outta luck. So, I ordered a 3/4 inch female to 1/2 inch male adapter from Amazon.com and upon reception of that (should be here soon after Christmas) I will install the new header and go to the dyno shop. Sorry for the teaser... of course the one tool I need seems to be a tool that you can't get without dropping thousands on a master mechanic's toolbox. God dammit. I'll update when I get the adapter and get the new header on. Sorry guys! On the bright side, I now have a ratchet big enough to kill a large individual.

12-20-2006, 01:47 PM	#45
ChinoCharles Banned Drives: LB Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: OH Posts: 7,787	It may have, but then again I also may have broken the ratchet... that is a lot of torque to put on a tinny ratchet. I'm all for being patient and using the right tool for the job.

12-20-2006, 05:59 PM	#47
Chris07LB Super Moderator View User's Garage Drives: Yaris Liftback Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: New Jersey Posts: 3,174	Where's my phone call? I would have sent you out the tool you needed. Silly wabbit.

12-20-2006, 09:29 PM	#48
ChinoCharles Banned Drives: LB Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: OH Posts: 7,787	Actually Chris, I did call you... haha. Its a 330 number. Save that shit.

12-20-2006, 09:35 PM	#50
ChinoCharles Banned Drives: LB Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: OH Posts: 7,787	Naw, I didn't leave a voicemail. Its not a big deal homie, I've got the shit in the mail now! Thanks though, next time I'll leave one now that I know.

12-21-2006, 06:04 AM	#51
ism3t YarVitz Drives: 07' Yaris Liftback Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Southern California Posts: 222	no one else hearing a kind of sputterin noise? or similar to a lawn mower or car kart when they accel?

12-21-2006, 01:00 PM	#54
Chris07LB Super Moderator View User's Garage Drives: Yaris Liftback Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: New Jersey Posts: 3,174	Didn't think what I listed in my parts list, was anything special. Its a DIY ment to "help" in the install process, its not the bible on one way of doing something. Depending on how high you can get your car off the ground (without a lift), its going to be hard to spin a breaker bar, with the limited amount or room you will have under the car. Everyone's different though, whatever works.