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Exhaust Pipe Repair Kits Sign up here! Search this forum this category all forums for All words Any words Whole Phrase (search options) Auto Repair Home>> Automotive Repair>> Car Troubleshooting articoli Anonymous Poster stan@grupposoratte.com Dec 7, 2007, 5:04 PM Post #1 of 4 (2951 views) Exhaust Pipe Repair Kits Sign In I have a hole about the size of a nickel in my exhaust pipe just behind the catalytic convertor on my '97 Aspire. I was quoted $400+ to replace the exhaust system if they had to replace the O2 sensor as well. The exhaust system overall doesn't appear to be that bad. I know I'll have to replace it sometime down the road, but are today's exhaust pipe repair kits good value for at least fending off a costly replacement for a few months? Tom Greenleaf Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Dec 7, 2007, 7:18 PM Post #2 of 4 (2943 views) Re: Exhaust Pipe Repair Kits Sign In Is this hole in an accessable spot? It the area around it strong and this just a fluke weak spot in the pipe? The repair putties can take the heat but do become brittle and usually break up and fall off. If just an isolated spot I would seek out having a patch welded over it. It's not always that easy to DIY as the metal might not take to regular welding. There are stainless steel pipe wraps that are full circle and I've used them for things like this to save a big expense and they worked well. I'm at a loss as to name just what that item is. It was made by Walker Exhaust and kind of meant to join two pipes of the same diameters such that one didn't have to fit inside another and I think it was listed under "clamps." If something like that sounds like it would work in the location I would check it out. That thing still cost $15 bucks or so if I recall but beat the heck out of replacing a whole pipe and converter that were otherwise fine in my case for a "yard" type vehicle but lasted a while and was safe and quiet, T Guest Anonymous Poster Dec 10, 2007, 9:17 AM Post #3 of 4 (2932 views) Re: Exhaust Pipe Repair Kits Sign In Thanks. The hole is on the underside of the pipe a few inches from the cat convertor. So there is room to wrap the bandage around it. The hole is at the exact spot where a sway bracket was attached. The bracket is now swinging free. The exhaust assembly looks to be reasonably solid otherwise. I'm going to take it into a local garage that will usually charge me a reaonable rate just for the labor. Perhaps they will have a better suggestion. I would put it on myself, but there's snow on the ground and I'm not crazy about crawling under the car in slush and ice. Tom Greenleaf Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Dec 10, 2007, 11:28 AM Post #4 of 4 (2929 views) Re: Exhaust Pipe Repair Kits Sign In That really sounds like a good welding job would put that area back in order with the bracket and be fixed not just patched up if the pipe really is good otherwise. I sure don't blame you for not wanting to crawl around under the car with snow or ice on the ground as it is here. It's icky here too. Takes a while to warm up just my shop this time of year, T   Automotive Repair     Auto Body Repair and Refinishing     Heating or AC Issues     Electrical and Wiring     Brake Systems     Car Stereo Repair Advice     General Discussions     Car Making Funny Noises     Engine Fault Codes     Engine Troubles     Exhaust Systems     Steering and Suspension     Transmission Troubles     Tricks of the Trade Automotive World     General Discussions     Antique Car Talk     Car Shows and Events     The Bargin Bin     Motor Vehicle Inspection     Car Care Tips     Traffic Tickets     Gasoline, Motor Oils, Concept Cars and Engines     Auto Insurance, Financing, Leases, Warranties Truck Repair     General Discussions     Truck Engine Repair     Truck Suspension Repair Motorcycle Repair     General Discussions     Motorcycle Engine Repair CarJunky     Open Posting     Board FAQ's     New Board Suggestions

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