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    I have an idea how about put your factory pipe on and ditch that aftermarket junk


    The piping itself is correct. For whatever reason, some Mustang models leave the factory with a different style header stud on the Driver side, one that has a "shoulder" on it. This shoulder interferes with the flange, not allowing it to come up all the way and seal against the manifold. There are a couple of things that can be done to correct this. Both solutions require the removal of the factory-supplied studs. Once this has been accomplished, you can either A) replace them with a shoulderless-style stud, or B) simply use a nut-and-bolt setup. This should let the flange to come up further unobstructed, allowing the pipe to seal adequately on that side, providing a leak-free fit.


    nice post jeff

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    Quote Originally Posted by Dan View Post
    I have an idea how about put your factory pipe on and ditch that aftermarket junk
    Aftermarket junk? I got a lot more power from the O/r X pipe than I did with the heavy ass stock midpipe, plus matted with the Mags it sounds great

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    Did you ever get the studs put in?
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    Quote Originally Posted by BurnTire View Post
    Did you ever get the studs put in?
    no not yet, havent had a chance to get to them yet..i also need a good enough jack to lift the front up...or put it on some ramps

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    I have gray rhino ramps.
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    hmm... i may have to come borrow them if you would be so kind

    i borrow some from my friend andy but they dont look high enough but i'll try them out, if they dont work....where are you located at?

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    East Mesa. The ramps are like $25 at wal mart.
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