I'm installing the JDM/Kooks complete exhaust systen this morning. I have everything loose on the stock system. Do I have to remove the rear Trans crossmember (for removal of stock system or for installing new one)? Looks like the stock system will not come out without removing it. I'm trying not to undo any of the joints. Maybe I have to if I don't want to remove the crossmember. Please help fast

Jerry

 

Nope.........just jack the truck up and it will all come out without having to hack up the stock system.

--Joe

 

some trucks might be different because i couldn't not get the driver's cat/midpipe out without cutting the the piece of stock that sicks out and rests on the mount on the crossmember. Truck was on a lift and i twisted that thing every which way and it was impossible .

Make sure to unplug the o2 sensors first though!!!!

 

Ok, thanks. I think like tallimeca it does not look as though it will go. Well back to work.

Jerry

 

Mine wouldn't come out and it was also wedged between the traction bar and the frame. I wound up getting pissed off and cutting it in abot 10 pieces.

 

lol.......ya that should work also

--Joe

 

I couldn't get mine out either. So I got mad and used it as an excuse to go out and buy a sawzall.

Strangley alot of things get cut now.

 

ShadowBolt,
I know this is a really old post, but what did you wind up doing. I am in the same spot now as you where then. Should I take out the cross member?

Mark #2

 

Best power tool investment ever for me. Everything from landscaping to exhaust removal.....Super Sawzall does everything

Randy

 

I just cut the old pipe in three pieces.

Jerry

 

Jerry....
Have any plans for the stock tips ?

I need another set..if you wanna sell them shoot me a price @ fn_darkness@hotmail.com