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-   -   Berk Test Pipe install...*^$#ing factory bolts!!! (http://www.the370z.com/intake-exhaust/24110-berk-test-pipe-install-ing-factory-bolts.html)

Push370zzz 08-26-2010 04:24 PM
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Originally Posted by ClemsonWill (Post 695498)
Wow, you all are seriously making me reconsider the HFC route. I refuse to take it to the dealership.
I wouldn't either.

mjohn617 08-27-2010 09:35 AM
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Originally Posted by Red370 (Post 695873)
one guy a while back made a suggestion to hit it with some PB catalyst daily for about a week to give it time to really work itself in there, after a week, he said it came off pretty easily, give that a shot before you attempt to get it off, maybe it'll help.
Great idea! Might think of that one down the road.

This raspy sound comming out of the car with just the test pipes on are KILLING ME! I hate it, I need to get my Stilllen CBE ordered soon!

Holliday 09-09-2010 03:08 PM
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Originally Posted by mjohn617 (Post 696738)
Great idea! Might think of that one down the road.

This raspy sound comming out of the car with just the test pipes on are KILLING ME! I hate it, I need to get my Stilllen CBE ordered soon!
There's your problem with the rasp :icon18:

Good luck :tup:

98intrigue 09-09-2010 11:48 PM
Just letting you all know I sprayed some lubricant made to brake bolts lose...and all 6 bolts came off with ease! Not a single bolt or nut was harmed in the process! Now I just have to wait for my gaskets to get here since the guy I bought them from on the forum didn't inform me he wasn't including them :( open headers is wayyyyy too loud!

tjlazer 09-10-2010 01:22 AM
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Originally Posted by 98intrigue (Post 715151)
Just letting you all know I sprayed some lubricant made to brake bolts lose...and all 6 bolts came off with ease! Not a single bolt or nut was harmed in the process! Now I just have to wait for my gaskets to get here since the guy I bought them from on the forum didn't inform me he wasn't including them :( open headers is wayyyyy too loud!
You are one lucky dog! Mine was horrific as well. I am keeping the demon bolt as a keep sake. lol

Elia Cid 09-10-2010 09:16 AM
mjohn617,

Your going to love the Stillen CBE,sound!

let's us know how they sound and you like them when your all done!

Thanks,
Alex

Holliday 09-10-2010 09:23 AM
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Originally Posted by Elia Cid (Post 715383)
mjohn617,

Your going to love the Stillen CBE,sound!

let's us know how they sound and you like them when your all done!

Thanks,
Alex
Hey Alex,

I just got done installing my Berk HFC's. I did not have any issues with the demon bolt either. I recommend you use "liquid wrench penetrating oil" to get them off with ease. I am happy with them so far. I will like them even more once I get my Berk CBE installed :)

Elia Cid 09-10-2010 09:45 AM
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Originally Posted by Holliday (Post 715391)
Hey Alex,

I just got done installing my Berk HFC's. I did not have any issues with the demon bolt either. I recommend you use "liquid wrench penetrating oil" to get them off with ease. I am happy with them so far. I will like them even more once I get my Berk CBE installed :)
Just posted this on the Berk's tread!

Congratulations on your install and defeating the dreaded “Demon” bolts! :tiphat:
Should sound great with your Berk's CBE! :happydance:

I think you picked one of the very best HFC ,IMO . I like the fact that the Berk’s are 300, they have o2 extenders and support for the brace, made in the USA ,
also the feedback from users concerning o2 CEL issues has been every minimal, that’s why I’m also going with Berk’s.

Good luck with it!

Alex

P.S. Any sound clips in the works?

Holliday 09-10-2010 09:51 AM
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Originally Posted by Elia Cid (Post 715433)
Just posted this on the Berk's tread!

Congratulations on your install and defeating the dreaded “Demon” bolts! :tiphat:
I will be going the same route with the Brek’s HFC very soon.
That being said, I’m a little worried about how loud it may get don’t want draw to much unnecessary attention , I also don’t want to spoil the wonderful sound I’m getting from my Stillen’s CBE :tup:, just like to deepen it and enhance it a bit!

Thanks ,

Alex

P.S. Any sound clips in the works? __________________
HAHA! I replied to my Berk thread. See you there :hello:

mattjk 09-10-2010 12:29 PM
don't try to loosen them while the engine is cold! break them loose while the engine is hot. whatever corrosion that has fused the fasteners together will be soft from the heat and act as a lube.

Holliday 09-10-2010 01:09 PM
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Originally Posted by mattjk (Post 715680)
don't try to loosen them while the engine is cold! break them loose while the engine is hot. whatever corrosion that has fused the fasteners together will be soft from the heat and act as a lube.
I tried to use that method but it was no luck. I had to remove my Injen CAI to have more room for my ratchet . I did mine cold with lots of penatrating lube. No broken bolts what so ever :happydance:

tjlazer 09-10-2010 01:49 PM
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I think mine was the worst case recorded in history. lol I had to cut the driver side cat in half and pry the remaining end off then use an air chisel to break the demon bolt.

Yes it sucked but I won. Me 1 Z 0. ;)

Red__Zed 09-10-2010 03:18 PM
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Originally Posted by tjlazer (Post 715824)
I think mine was the worst case recorded in history. lol I had to cut the driver side cat in half and pry the remaining end off then use an air chisel to break the demon bolt.

Yes it sucked but I won. Me 1 Z 0. ;)
Geez man.

Holliday 09-10-2010 03:30 PM
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Originally Posted by tjlazer (Post 715824)
I think mine was the worst case recorded in history. lol I had to cut the driver side cat in half and pry the remaining end off then use an air chisel to break the demon bolt.

Yes it sucked but I won. Me 1 Z 0. ;)
WOW! I think you got your figures wrong after that battle. The Z defiantly took that point! HAHA! :bowrofl:

tjlazer 09-10-2010 05:20 PM
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Originally Posted by Holliday (Post 715987)
WOW! I think you got your figures wrong after that battle. The Z defiantly took that point! HAHA! :bowrofl:
Um no, it was a bloody battle but in the end I have HFC's on the car. :ughdance:


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