2012-2013 BOSS 302

Can't keep side pipe's tight

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Old Nov 21, 2011 | 01:39 PM
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Can't keep side pipe's tight

Ever since I removed the discs I've had issue's with the bolts just under the rocker panel. If I get them too tight then they buzz in the door panels, If I leave them a bit looser then they work ok for a bit, but then get loose and buzz the same way. I've tried two different loc-tite products and am still unable to keep it consistently tight.
I detest the buzzing in the door panels!
Is there a specific torque # anyone's found to work well or anything else...
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Old Nov 21, 2011 | 01:48 PM
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Originally Posted by DA712
Ever since I removed the discs I've had issue's with the bolts just under the rocker panel. If I get them too tight then they buzz in the door panels, If I leave them a bit looser then they work ok for a bit, but then get loose and buzz the same way. I've tried two different loc-tite products and am still unable to keep it consistently tight.
I detest the buzzing in the door panels!
Is there a specific torque # anyone's found to work well or anything else...
Dave, make sure you have about 1/2" clearance between the side pipes and floorpan. I didn't leave enough clearance first time around and had a similar problem. There is a lot of "play" at the two bolt flange so ensure you come off at the correct angle.
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Old Nov 21, 2011 | 01:53 PM
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Had the same problem and it turned out to be clearance problem with the floor pan near where the side pipes bolt up to the exhaust.
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Old Nov 21, 2011 | 02:01 PM
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Ah, Ok, will ck that. Thanks!!

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Old Nov 21, 2011 | 02:52 PM
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Same issue and same fix
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Old Nov 22, 2011 | 04:13 PM
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Originally Posted by phytrpilot
Dave, make sure you have about 1/2" clearance between the side pipes and floorpan. I didn't leave enough clearance first time around and had a similar problem. There is a lot of "play" at the two bolt flange so ensure you come off at the correct angle.
You can even go with a little less but not too much about 3/8. If you have trouble getting it lined up in a good position, loosen the long bolt on the adjustment band and you can rotate the pipe better. My came from the factory a little off and this fixed it.
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