[Vwdiesel] Exhaust C Clip Wedge

[Sandy Cameron]

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Glad to mail to any individuals that want them


>A while back, someone posted a drawing of a  plate steel wedge to spread the c
>clips on the Rabbit exhaust system. Would someone either repost it or email it
>to me.

Make the wedge out of 3/16" steel plate.
place clip on slightly open vice.
drive wedge into clip between vice jaws, holding it firmly so it doesn't pop
back out.
drive it down until it rests on the straight part 3.5" wide against the lugs.

wear safety goggles.

under the car, release exhaust clamp on the straight pipe so you can twist
it a bit.
twist the pipe sideways one way so you can hook in one of the clips (without
a wedge) on the manifold and pipe flanges. it will go on.
now twist the pipe as far the other way as you can, and with the other clip
with the wedge in it, hook it on. Then tap out the wedge carefully with a
hammer while holdihg the clip in place with a rag or a glove to protect your
hand.
Stay out of the line of fire in case the wedge exits quickly

Also included, a 2" clamp which can be used to jack a clip open, and release
it slowly. do both nuts equally, in and out, to avoid a nasty surprise.
Grind a flat on the outside of the arch for a seat for the clip to rest on.
this will enhance stability.

Sandy 

Job done.