How to INSTALL AN EXHAUST on a 1998 Porsche Boxster 986 (Project 46)

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Project 46: from the 101 Projects for your Porsche Boxster book
I just upgraded my stock exhaust to one I got off of eBay for $250. I just wanted a little more noise out of the car, nothing obnoxious. But I thought the stock exhaust made the Boxster almost sound like an electric car! I put together another detailed how-to video as I went along. Hopefully it helps a few of you out! As usual, I didn't find anything near as detailed as this video out there already.
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@hambone4402 5 жыл бұрын

A big job. You did well for not having done something like this before. I learned a lot from watching and will start mine soon. Thanks!

@HelpMeDIY 5 жыл бұрын

+Hambone thank you for the kind words and I’m glad it was useful for you!

@rayraskin9254 3 жыл бұрын

As a week old Boxster owner, no, not my age, I have watched your videos continuously to become acquainted with the 100 things I need to do to my new car. I am a car guy, but didn't know much about Boxsters. thanks so much.

@HelpMeDIY 3 жыл бұрын

+ray raskin well as a non “car guy”, glad I could help 😉

@alexgarza2922 3 ай бұрын

This video came on auto play and I just have to say I love your comment and how you had to clarify you’re not a week old 😂😂

@skithewhitestuff 4 жыл бұрын

I removed my old muffler today, It took me four hours. Every nut and bolt on the underside was rusted beyond recognition. I had to use a angle grinder on all of them. I’m watching this video again before fitting the new box on Wednesday. This has been a big help. Thanks

@HelpMeDIY 4 жыл бұрын

+Robert Hooles glad it helped! It’s amazing what 20 years of heat, chemicals, water, etc will do!

@texsquirrel213 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for showing the "mistakes." The learning process you go through help us a LOT! The "not necessary" or "this didn't work, so I did this" stuff is priceless! Most internet DIYers pre-loosen bolts. I can tell you're not doing that. I can see the dirt being released...and the actual struggle to get stuff loose.

@HelpMeDIY 3 жыл бұрын

+TexSquirrel yes I know how helpful that can be to me! You’re welcome 😉

@texsquirrel213 3 жыл бұрын

@@HelpMeDIY Vaseline can help with installing the exhaust elbows. Makes them much easier to slide into the exhaust clamps. Also, I purchased some new clamps for my 996 cheaply from RockAuto. I haven't picked up a 986 yet, so I don't know if they also have them for the Boxster. I did laugh at the name of the exhaust, "Manzo." Reverse the vowels and it's Italian.

@HelpMeDIY 3 жыл бұрын

+TexSquirrel 👍

@mb4773 4 жыл бұрын

A big amount of work, but removing spoiler and bumper isn’t required. You can remove from under the car by simply removing the bracket bolted to the back of the transmission (3 bolts), and with pipe clamps loosened, and cat brackets unbolted, the whole assembly will come out. Much easier!

@HelpMeDIY 4 жыл бұрын

+M B that’s what they say, but it sure was a lot easier with the bumper off.

@mb4773 4 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed the video, a yeoman’s job! I was seeking an easier way, I would not have the patience to take the whole back out. Knocked the removal out on my ‘99 in an hour. Yes, put car on a four post lift, had to deal with one recalcitrant clamp bolt, but that’s it. Once the stock muffler is out, there is a lot of room under there to put the lightweight replacement in..

@mp3229 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this tip , I was looking at those 3 bolts, left them alone in case I ballsed something up, but now I know for next time, thanks for that!

@haroldcallahan2931 3 жыл бұрын

Great Video Aaron!

@HelpMeDIY 3 жыл бұрын

+Harold Callahan thank you!

@ncfdelrio 4 жыл бұрын

You are one patient and tenacious dude.... really! Some of this would have me pull my hair out and snort tobacco!! Well done brother. Very insightful and helpful👍🏼.... big thanks 🙏

@HelpMeDIY 4 жыл бұрын

+Nino C F Delrio yeah... this one wasn’t exactly fun. Makes it worth it when I hear how many people it has helped though, so thank you!

@ncfdelrio 4 жыл бұрын

Help me DIY btw.... the rip from that exhaust system made everything worthwhile.... transformed! Very fruity rip and I’m sure it will sound even better after a couple thousand miles👍🏼

@HelpMeDIY 4 жыл бұрын

+Nino C F Delrio 🤟

@rojeet3 Жыл бұрын

Just tackled this beast yesterday. I couldn't have done it without this video. I'll definitely be buying one of your shirts! I presoaked all the rusted components the day before which seemed to help with removing the old muffler. It's amazing how the new muffler is mounted by only two bolts while the old one required 6! As for the drone, it is definitely unbearable around 2500 rpm so I will be trying out the mod from your other video.

@HelpMeDIY Жыл бұрын

+Sunny Singh that’s awesome, thanks! It’s in the mail 😎

@mp3229 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for shooting this, really helpful. I just took my dreaded drone box off to put the original back on, you can just about get to everything without taking the bumper off but it's hard to do those two at the top, I used a small ratchet to get in and was glad I didn't have a bumper to put back on at the end. I have skinny arms so can get my arm through from th gap between the frame and the front of the muffler and over the top, will have to check those periodically to make sure they're not undoing themselves! Make sure to wear goggles as all the debris will find its way into your eyes.

@HelpMeDIY 2 жыл бұрын

+M P ahhh yes, the debris! Good tip.

@joejoe188 4 жыл бұрын

Have mine installed with secondary cat delete pipes and same muffler fro Motorwerks Racing 16lb Exhaust, EBAY. Factory Muffler weighs about 40lbs and cats about 20lbs each. The stainless muffler is 16lbs and cat test pipes about 5lbs each or so. Reduced weight, more HP and sounds like a baby GT3 now. Under bridges sounds amazing.

@HelpMeDIY 4 жыл бұрын

I think I need to delete my cats! Where did you get the pipes?

@skithewhitestuff 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing weight difference between the old and new exhaust systems. My original back box weighed 17kg, the new one weighed just 7kg

@HelpMeDIY 4 жыл бұрын

+Robert Hooles yes!

@matao87 2 жыл бұрын

Just installed my Amazon exhaust today. Used most of your tips and a little bit my way. Thanks for the tutorial though, would have been a lot harder without it!

@HelpMeDIY 2 жыл бұрын

+matao87 that’s great! Hope you’re a subscriber now 😉

@matao87 2 жыл бұрын

@@HelpMeDIY have been for a while now. Definitely the best boxster channel out there. The other videos are good too. Definitely appreciate everything you do.

@HelpMeDIY 2 жыл бұрын

@@matao87 thanks! Maybe it will win you a car 😎

@themagicroundabout2528 Жыл бұрын

Jesus wept is there any need for all of that Porsche ! Looks like the garage for me Great video & thanks

@HelpMeDIY Жыл бұрын

+The Magic Roundabout 😆 thanks!

@bobrose513 3 жыл бұрын

Hiya great videos. One little tip. On the exhaust clamps. When you were tapping them with the metal bar and hammer. You seemed to be hitting them on the outside where the bolt is. You really need to try to hit them in between so you prying them open .. sorry don't mean to teach you to suck eggs.. I'm Bob from the uk. I'm work for Cosworth as an engine builder. And I'm a mad Porsche nut. Having had seven over the years. I started with 924, then 924s then a few 944s them my baby a 911sc which I restored from the ground up. Engine rebuild by me and I re sprayed her as well. I now have a cayenne. As you can tell I love porsche. Keep up the good work my friend. I love watching any thing to do with these beautiful cars. Kind regards Bob...

@HelpMeDIY 3 жыл бұрын

+Bob Rose thanks for the tip! I’m always open to learning :). It’s a great brand isn’t it? Hope you’re a subscriber now!

@ramabamaboomboom 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting. Sounds fantastic. Link for new exhaust?

@HelpMeDIY 5 жыл бұрын

+ramabamaboomboom they are all over eBay for $250. Just search for 986 exhaust

@blakechesbro3602 Жыл бұрын

Thanks I enjoy your vids as they are not fabricated to go smoothly as so many are. Question, does such a cheap exhaust sound any better and or drone uncomfortably ? also did the bumper & spoiler absolutly have to be removed ? lastly if you were doing this again, would you reccomend one just cuts the rust / frozen clamp off and replace with new? From porsche they are 40 bucks but see aftermarket around 18 or 20 per clamp.

@HelpMeDIY Жыл бұрын

+Blake Chesbro thank you! Sounds better in my opinion but you will have drone. On the base models you can get rid of it with the mod I did (See my No More Drone video). Bumper does not have to come off I’ve learned! Yes if you get new hardware cutting it off is not a bad idea :)

@shadowofthepast2008 4 жыл бұрын

nice effort, i decided to watch all your pain :P

@HelpMeDIY 4 жыл бұрын

+shadowofthepast2008 hahaha thanks I think? 🤣

@tomaszs5954 Жыл бұрын

I'm wondering why you remove the bumper. You can undo two hidden bolts from underneath the car after swinging the lower mounting hanger attached to the exhaust. The screws are well hidden hence not corroded.

@HelpMeDIY Жыл бұрын

+Tomasz S depends. I’ve had 2 Boxsters where those two bolts are almost impossible to get to to remove and even harder to get back in with the bumper in place.

@tomaszs5954 Жыл бұрын

@Help Me DIY Thanks for the reply. It looks like I've been lucky having the stock exhaust in the car and replacing it with OEM one which allowed the access and made it possible to put the box in :)

@seandenny2412 2 жыл бұрын

Damn that looks like a pain in the ass but we love the sound of cool exhaust

@HelpMeDIY 2 жыл бұрын

+Sean Denny turns out most people can do it without removing the rear bumper cover so it’s really not that bad.

@MrMarineMaster 9 ай бұрын

Sound so so good

@HelpMeDIY 9 ай бұрын

+MrMarineMaster 😍🍻

@davidjanzen8304 4 жыл бұрын

Doing this install today, I didn't take the old one off - do the u-shaped pipes slide into or over the mid pipe/muffler or just but up against them?

@HelpMeDIY 4 жыл бұрын

+David Janzen have fun! 😂 Ehh... I think that they slide over, but I don’t remember for sure now. I’m sure it’s probably shown in this video though.

@skithewhitestuff 4 жыл бұрын

Hi. Greetings from the UK. I am just watching your video in full on this for the first time as I am now considering changing the original silencer / muffler on my 986. I would like to ask if you have any droning sound at between 2500 & 3000 revs as I have heard that this can be the case. Also did you notice any changes in performance, and finally does it comply with emission regulations there in the US. I would like to say thanks for going to the trouble of recording this great video while doing the work.

@HelpMeDIY 4 жыл бұрын

+Robert Hooles thanks for watching! Hope you will also subscribe for me if you wouldn’t mind. There is some droning as most report. Not terrible and easily remedied by keeping the revs higher. I did just purchase some inserts for the tailpipes to help eliminate the droning. I’ll be installing them soon and of course making a DIY ;)

@skithewhitestuff 4 жыл бұрын

Help me DIY Thanks for that, I look forward to seeing a video on the inserts if you intend to record it. I have subscribed to you channel for a long time and enjoy all of your videos. Keep them coming. Thanks again.

@prestontrager3339 2 жыл бұрын

@@HelpMeDIY Have you made a video for the inserts, I am having a droning too at 2-3 RPM

@HelpMeDIY 2 жыл бұрын

@@prestontrager3339 Yes, check my Boxster playlist or search for "no more drone" or something like that :)

@TheRealijw 3 жыл бұрын

Do you experience any drone on the highway? Also could you update the link for the exhaust you got? Appreciate your videos man!

@HelpMeDIY 3 жыл бұрын

No drone on the highway after my fix. Check that video! Link updated, thanks. Hope you're a subscriber!

@TheRealijw 3 жыл бұрын

@@HelpMeDIY Thank you! And I am! I really appreciate you replying to this comment, so much so that I just bought one of your shirts. Keep rocking dude!

@HelpMeDIY 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheRealijw Fantastic. It's shipping out tomorrow!

@gustavotoledo5318 4 жыл бұрын

Do you have a “rolling” video of how it sounds? Thinking of buying a similar unit on eBay. Stock 986 has no sound

@HelpMeDIY 4 жыл бұрын

+Gustavo Toledo no I didn’t make one of those because first there are some out there already, and second, it always sounds different in person anyway. But you are correct about stock having NO sound! My wife said it sounded like an electric car the first time she got in it! 🤣

@chrismoseley9235 4 жыл бұрын

Hi, I have just done this to my 986, the twin pipes on mine seem a lot closer to the heat shield and the bumper. I cant see how I can adjust the exhaust to be any lower. Any ideas or is it a case of just pulling on the welded bars you think? your video has been a big help, but like Robert below, I had to angle grid a number of the bolts on the cats.... oh and I swore a lot more as I did this project. thanks!

@HelpMeDIY 4 жыл бұрын

+Chris Moseley first of all I’m glad it helped! And yes, much bad language is a requirement I think. As far as height adjustment I don’t remember seeing any options for that... luckily mine just seemed to fit pretty well. Maybe installing a small plate in each mounting hole that would create a new mounting hole lower? 🤷‍♂️

@chrismoseley9235 3 жыл бұрын

@@HelpMeDIY turns out the box was faulty, the top bar was welded on 90 degrees out which moved the box up and towards the rear... But the supplier on ebay has been fantastic and new one has arrived to fit no problem... thanks to your video!

@E5films 3 ай бұрын

I know this video is some time ago! I actually bought the project book because of you haha. But for $200 on eBay right now do you think the exhaust it’s worth buying to have in the garage even with the drone?

@HelpMeDIY 3 ай бұрын

+@E5films haha that’s great! If that’s your budget, I have another video on how to help reduce the drone. But if you can afford it, check out my video on the SOUL Valved bypass exhaust!

@brettwhitla4425 26 күн бұрын

The 2004 has a slightly different mounting design. The 2 mounting bolts at the very top have captured heads so you can just reach up behind and remove the nuts without removing anything else. Then just remove the 2 pipe bends and 2 brackets that hold the muffler to the cats and with a bit of a wiggle the muffler drops out. Takes about 30 minutes to remove it and about 20 minutes to fit the upgrade. From start to finish was less than an hour. So glad Porsche redesigned them.

@ajkoolo 5 жыл бұрын

How has the exhaust held up? Any complaints with it so far?

@HelpMeDIY 5 жыл бұрын

It's only been a few weeks, but zero complaints so far! I can see how some people out there complain about droning, but it's really not bad. My wife still tells me how much better it sounds every time she's in it.

@mw0gbr1 3 жыл бұрын

Exhaust paste to make it seal up properly? Good video tho :)

@HelpMeDIY 3 жыл бұрын

+charles ward thanks! 🍻

@theplayernkc 5 жыл бұрын

Just started watching. I took replaced my exhaust with removing the rear bumper.

@HelpMeDIY 5 жыл бұрын

theplayernkc I think you are trying to say you replaced yours without taking off the rear bumper? I think it’s possible to do, but it makes reaching the bolts that hold it on much easier by removing it!

@theplayernkc 5 жыл бұрын

@@HelpMeDIY I know it's possible to do, as I did it, at least on a 2003 Boxster S. I also used a Borla muffler that already has the U shape built into the muffler that you spent half your life removing from the muffler to reuse on the muffler you bought. I just took a normal hammer and beat those U joints off the stock muffler in no time. I also put in secondary cat delete pipes to get rid of those HP robbing boat anchors.

@modvavet 4 жыл бұрын

Can confirm, getting to the bolts without removing the bumper is still pretty easy (and I have stupid big hands and forearms). Had it all out last year for a clutch job on my 98. Might be easier to leave the bumper in place, honestly. Those U-pipes, though, are a pain in the arse for certain. :P

@ejb9993 10 ай бұрын

my U pipes are still stuck to my old muffler and will not come off any tips

@HelpMeDIY 10 ай бұрын

+ejb999 heat, penetrating oil, and if you can disconnect the other side and rotate them or buy a giant set of channel locks like I did in another video to grab onto the clamp between the pipes and rotate it, that worked like a champ!

@ejb9993 10 ай бұрын

@@HelpMeDIYok awesome thank you so much for the video!!! your the goat

@HelpMeDIY 10 ай бұрын

@@ejb9993 🍻

@MrMarineMaster 10 ай бұрын

It Sound pretty good

@HelpMeDIY 10 ай бұрын

+MrMarineMaster it does! 🍻

@radioactive4127 2 жыл бұрын

Does it trigger any check engine??

@HelpMeDIY 2 жыл бұрын

+Radioactive412 nope!

@richardlopez8728 4 жыл бұрын

Can this be done wihtout removing rear bumpter? Seems a lot of time and work for little, if any, HP increase; I would go with headers and catless for the effort

@HelpMeDIY 4 жыл бұрын

A couple people commented and said you can, but it didn’t seem like I would be able to reach the bolts of the old exhaust to remove it 🤷‍♂️

@HelpMeDIY 4 жыл бұрын

Oh and I didn’t do it for HP. Did it so it wouldn’t sound like an electric vehicle 😂

@jimjimmyjam8242 4 жыл бұрын

I did this on a 2003 base without removing the rear bumper. The stock muffler is the trouble maker, the aftermarket one should go in much easier. With some patient wiggling and jiggling you'll get it. I do agree its definitely easier with the bumper removed however I wasn't confident with my body work skills so I left the bumper alone.

@mb4773 4 жыл бұрын

It’s worth doing for a better sound and lighter weight. And yes, it can be done without removing the bumper, at least on a 99. But, do yourself a favor. Do it on a lift-much easier. The toughest bolts on a 99 everyone is referring to are above the muffler, but you can avoid removing by simply unbolting the brace they are attached to from the back of the transmission. Had mine out in one hour, rusty clamp bolts and all...

@matao87 2 жыл бұрын

Now that you've had it on for a while, how do you like it?

@HelpMeDIY 2 жыл бұрын

+matao87 for the money it’s great!

@matao87 2 жыл бұрын

@@HelpMeDIY I just saw your video about the Db killer. Looks like the same thing I did on my motorcycle. I think I'll go the ebay route...

@rudolfwonderone3036 2 жыл бұрын

You don't have to remove the spoiler and rear bumper. Pre-soak the nuts and bolts the day before. 1-2 hour job. Easy job.

@HelpMeDIY 2 жыл бұрын

+Rudolf Wonderone correct!

@seandenny2412 2 жыл бұрын

I was waiting to see how it sound didn’t you do a sound clip?

@HelpMeDIY 2 жыл бұрын

+Sean Denny no sorry. I didn’t do a before and I find sound clips online rarely do it justice anyway.

@wantsmore20081 Жыл бұрын

What part of carlinia

@HelpMeDIY Жыл бұрын

+Paul g Greensboro

@wantsmore20081 Жыл бұрын

I'm in Raleigh area. To like to show you my Porsche 986

@jackdale9249 4 ай бұрын

i would use a valved system so it can be BOTH quiet or loud as the drone at high way speed of loud will drive you bonkers on a long trip !

@HelpMeDIY 4 ай бұрын

+@jackdale9249 yeah I ended up replacing this with a SOUL valved bypass exhaust. It’s fantastic. Even became a dealer for them afterwards.

@plus790 2 жыл бұрын

If you have to reuse stuff like clamps, soak them overnight in Metal Rescue.

@HelpMeDIY 2 жыл бұрын

+Adam Miller never heard of that. I’ll have to look into it. Thanks!

@rosscorindia9527 Жыл бұрын

Just wondering would you recommend the same exhaust system or would you go catless?

@HelpMeDIY Жыл бұрын

+Ross Corindia on a budget yes, but I’d prefer something else now.

@rosscorindia9527 Жыл бұрын

@@HelpMeDIY I’m thinking Fabspeed Porsche 986 Boxster Supercup Exhaust , do you have any experience with them or comments?

@HelpMeDIY Жыл бұрын

@@rosscorindia9527 SOUL Performance are better in my opinion. Love them!

@rosscorindia9527 Жыл бұрын

Thanks,

@matthewabajian3492 4 жыл бұрын

would you say it’s loud? i can’t tell from the video ?

@HelpMeDIY 4 жыл бұрын

Not loud, but definitely louder. I’m going to take the cats off next, then it might be loud :)

@matthewabajian3492 4 жыл бұрын

Help me DIY the guy in this video. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/eLR_iqeks52boYk.html he says his car has only an exhaust and he doesn’t know which one and the comments says the manzo exhaust but its louddd in that vid

@matthewabajian3492 4 жыл бұрын

only a muffler*^

@nickharx5361 2 ай бұрын

found a faster way tot undo the u pipe. just cut the 2 clamps it will slide right off

@HelpMeDIY 2 ай бұрын

+@nickharx5361 yes I would buy new clamps and do that if I were ever to do that again! 😁🍻

@jamesrogers4232 4 жыл бұрын

So it's been close to a year. Are you still happy with the exhaust?

@HelpMeDIY 4 жыл бұрын

Yes I am! I recently found out that in NC I only have to pass the safety inspection now and not the emissions. So I think I will take the cats off soon.

@jamesrogers4232 4 жыл бұрын

If you do, let me know! I live in a state where I won't need to do emission testing either. Plus, I only drive the car 2-3k miles per year. I've been looking at various exhaust options and debating...

@jamesrogers4232 4 жыл бұрын

Also, thanks again for your videos. My 2003 boxster started throwing the drive belt. Now I'm in the middle of replacing the water cooler, thermostat, alternator, and while I'm at it, changing the oil. Your videos have been awesome. I've bought all the parts, plus a bunch of tools, and still saved $2k from the dealer quote.

@HelpMeDIY 4 жыл бұрын

James Rogers that’s great to hear! Hopefully you bought a couple through my links ;)

@HelpMeDIY 4 жыл бұрын

James Rogers Also, I just started a way to support my channel at patreon.com/helpmediy if you’re interested 😉 All proceeds go right back into channel content!

@davidkurajda 4 жыл бұрын

amazing job! use some wd or penetrating spray so you don't stip/break bolts or screw heads... learned this the worng way

@davidkurajda 4 жыл бұрын

even on those plastic fasteners, makes all the difference, second i bought for 4 bucks from china a tool to get under them and lift them. use it every time.

@HelpMeDIY 4 жыл бұрын

+David K thanks!

@1ZebraTime 4 жыл бұрын

@@davidkurajda what's the tool called or where can I get one? Thanks in advance

@davidkurajda 4 жыл бұрын

@@1ZebraTime wd40 is oil in spray can

@1ZebraTime 4 жыл бұрын

@@davidkurajda you mentioned buying "for 4 bucks from china a tool to get under them"

@townz2 3 жыл бұрын

i fitted the same in 30mins didnt need to remove the bumper

@HelpMeDIY 3 жыл бұрын

+townzy 101 yes I learned it’s not necessary. Saves a lot of time.

@townz2 3 жыл бұрын

@@HelpMeDIY good vidoes thro ....i decat mine. i have 3.2s did the clutch on it very easy job and alternator is very easy as well... keep up the vidoes mate

@HelpMeDIY 3 жыл бұрын

@@townz2 will do! Thanks for watching 🍻

@andrewgibbs9827 3 жыл бұрын

Jerez, why don't you edit or speed up sections of your video. Gave up after watching you mess about taking the rear upper spoiler section off. Sorry

@remarkl00 2 жыл бұрын

Is it really worth the effort? It’s not going to make a difference in performance. I could see if you were putting headers on but not to make it loader. It isn’t an S

@HelpMeDIY 2 жыл бұрын

+Larry Kramer it’s the cheapest way to make it sound decent. I’d do a full SOUL exhaust if money were no object. Or if SOUL gives me one to make another video. Wink wink

@carmenibanez505 5 жыл бұрын

@ Erin on start up, it sounds like the bottom end is knocking for a few seconds, I really hope i'm mistaken. Having listened repeatedly roughly 20 times, that's definately a bottom end knock. It starts @ 1:35:47 and continues on until 1:35:49 Please have this looked at as your car is gorgeous.

@HelpMeDIY 4 жыл бұрын

I'll look into that Carmen! Thanks for watching.

@eddherring4972 4 жыл бұрын

I hear the sound you’re talking about. To me it sounds like the standard startup timing chain rattle, common with thicker oil. I’d change to a 0w-40 oil and see how that goes. I’ve heard that adding liquid ceramic also eliminates this but not done that myself. These cars are known for the start up timing chain rattle. It would be a worthwhile investment either way, if it works fine, if the noise persists then you haven’t spent much and have eliminated a possible cause plus you’ve done an oil change which can’t be a bad thing.

@huskyboystv1806 4 жыл бұрын

you must not be familiar with the boxster engines they almost all have timing chain rattle once they get some good miles on them . it is 100% not bottom end knock bout to do the chain tensioners myself on my 2000 S

@eddherring4972 4 жыл бұрын

Husky boys tv yes that old 2 second bottom end knock which just goes away, hmm I’ll certainly be looking into that. Of course I have absolutely no idea what a boxer engine is, that’s why I made the comment, just to throw him off the scent.

@HelpMeDIY 4 жыл бұрын

Edd Herring pretty sure Husky was agreeing with you and addressing his comment to Carmen who had the original comment...

@MrOmgfreak 3 жыл бұрын

good job but i would rather just cut them off and run strait pipes thats just to much to get the same result

@HelpMeDIY 3 жыл бұрын

+time traveler are we there yet that’s always an option!

@godofrock 2 жыл бұрын

Could have done an exhaust on my truck by the time he got the spoiler trim off.

@grahamessen736 3 жыл бұрын

You could save yourself a ton of pain by buying some new exhaust clamps and some suitable fasteners. Jeez man at least use a hacksaw to shorten the bolts for the hanger bracket.

@HelpMeDIY 3 жыл бұрын

+Graham Essen yes, both solid ideas 😂

@ruimartins2 3 жыл бұрын

Got it! Nice idle but in rotation sounds like a trawler. Disappointed.

@HelpMeDIY 3 жыл бұрын

+Rui Martins ah bummer.

@jadmann 2 жыл бұрын

Cut the bolts down and not use all the washers!

@HelpMeDIY 2 жыл бұрын

+Dr. Joe Davis, Ph.D. I really need to get a metal cutting bandsaw!

@seandenny1553 Жыл бұрын

You guys just have a lot more rust and all your parts I guess that’s the only good part about living in California so stuff doesn’t rust don’t mention all the bad parts I know crazy people. I paid $7.12 on a road trip that’s crazy leader ship. I think you need a bead blaster to clean up all those parts.

@HelpMeDIY Жыл бұрын

+Sean Denny I hear ya!

@networkbits8958 2 жыл бұрын

Sounds the same

@HelpMeDIY 2 жыл бұрын

+networkbits not at all IRL

@DRSmith-wq4td 4 жыл бұрын

The gloves are gay dude

@HelpMeDIY 4 жыл бұрын

Very helpful. Thank you.

@martinmcallister4151 3 жыл бұрын

I bet you wish you had got new brackets and put them on before you mounted the exhaust. Good show though and your very patient man

@sjfk1306 Жыл бұрын

Just a heads up, that WD was just a waste. It won’t do anything for you. It’s not a penetrating oil. You want thrust..

@HelpMeDIY Жыл бұрын

+SJ FK I think you’re right there

@jackdale9249 4 ай бұрын

pain full to watch! OMG are YOU an ametuer ! uses some heat fr a torch to get them apart / off! get a pipe expander next time ! And clean up the pipes , ID and OD w/ emery cloth and use never seize ! What a stupid system Porsche uses! should use flange joints and clamps that fit over the ends ! you need to use the right size, length hardware and USE stainless bolts, nuts, and washers! or titanium ! those bent pipe sections ? use new and stainless! uses new clamps all that pipe work incl new mufflers should have been mounted measured marked where to start / stop the ceramic and then disassembled sent to Swain tech in NY for their "white lightning " ceramic coating ! it blocks 55% of heat !

@HelpMeDIY 4 ай бұрын

+@jackdale9249 yes, I’m very much an amateur. Kind of the whole point of the channel 😂