cat problem

[copilot]

I'm trying to install a my cat delete exhaust but having a small problem getting the two nut and bolts to break loose where it bolts the muffler and exhaust pipe together. I'm afraid that I might apply too much pressure and twist the bolt off.
Any ideas would be appreciated.
2013 rtl

 

[cuznjohn]

get and use some penetrating oil and soak them first.

 

[Dragonrider]

:agree: AFTER you get it apart, use some anti-seize compound on the threads before reassembly!!!!!!

 

[wis2013rtltd]

Run it for a while and get the exhaust

I'm trying to install a my cat delete exhaust but having a small problem getting the two nut and bolts to break loose where it bolts the muffler and exhaust pipe together. I'm afraid that I might apply too much pressure and twist the bolt off.
Any ideas would be appreciated.
2013 rtl

hot, then remove the bolts, this seems to work well.

 

[Eagle1]

PB Blaster is very good at freeing up nuts and bolts.

 

[copilot]

I don't think being rusty is the problem. The threads have yellow stuff on the threads that I assume so the nut will not back off.

 

[DrewNJ]

They are loctite'd. A little heat should soften it up.

 

[happyspyder2039]

I'm trying to install a my cat delete exhaust but having a small problem getting the two nut and bolts to break loose where it bolts the muffler and exhaust pipe together. I'm afraid that I might apply too much pressure and twist the bolt off.
Any ideas would be appreciated.
2013 rtl

I had to use Liquid wrench and hacksaw. Then went to true value and bought new socket type bolts. NO more issues.

 

[GunDoctor]

I have this issue a lot building firearms, the locktite is tough as nails and you certainly can cause damage, which is why I have a heat gun, game changer.


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