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Old 03-11-2006, 11:50 AM
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After header install, I can't reinstall the stamped metal with 4 bolts that ran under the y. IS THIS A PROBLEM?
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Old 03-11-2006, 12:47 PM
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no, throw that thing away.
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i pitched mine.
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Running into the same problem as we speak !!
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Someone told me that it helped to prevent body twisting but I'm not thinking it's strong enough.
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Nah its not needed...most people just toss it - I did.
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Old 03-11-2006, 03:39 PM
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Originally Posted by ashade98
Running into the same problem as we speak !!

Just space it out with some washers, then bend it a little bit with a wrench.
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there's no way that little pos could help prevent anything from twisting. it's like stamped .00001" thick steel. it's amazing how much the factory exhaust weighs. i think one manifold/cat combo weighs more than both of my pacesetter coated longtube headers.
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Old 03-11-2006, 05:13 PM
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Makes a good paper weight.
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what size are the bolts holds that piece on?
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Old 03-11-2006, 09:58 PM
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I'd be interested to know how many aren't runnin' their tunnel brace??
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Heres some info on why to keep it.

https://ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/445329-tunnelbrace-midbar-thingy-question.html
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coy = 13mm
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I tossed mine!!
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tossed mine.
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Toss it ...
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I bent it in half and then tossed it. So some other undeserving individual doesnt find it and think that they need it.
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Been sitting in a box for months. Always said I'd modify it to put it back, but there really isn't any point.
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