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Exhaust on the floor

Smax-Aberdeen
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Hi,

I am new to this forum and I am wondering if you could provide some help. 

Seems like the Centre Exhaust Pipe as per the images below broke just before the flange.

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Looked up online and that piece might not be too expensive to replace which is great. Do you know how much I should be charge to replace that? 

Then I notice the DPF slightly bend. Is that normal? 

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Best regards

 

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    Yes that slight bend is 'normal' it's just that when the exhaust is back up in the correct position the bend points more to the side rather than down.

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    If you are asking about a garage fix, the biggest issue would be getting the car in a position where it can be driven there (suggest strong cable ties if possible or even  something stuck between both pipes to support it enough to get it there) otherwise would need transporting (big cost?)

    They would have to break the flange on DPF and fit new bolts etc.

    No idea of price but suspect £70/hr and min 1hr (would love to know and the current rates)

    DIY likely require angle grinder to cut slot in flange to allow bolts to release (may be some pressed in "nuts" which will need releasing - plenty of You Tube videos) and then new ones with thick washers, plus space to work.
    No problem in my younger days but more difficult now (I pick my battles)

    Let us know how you get on and Welcome!

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    7 hours ago, Shearers said:

    suggest strong cable ties

    They would melt. Just use wire coat hangers they work very well as a temp means of holding up an exhaust.

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    Thanks everyone. Car is back on the road.

    Managed to get this 3 Tonnes 6 meter Ratchet Strap to move the car. Then costed £80.32 in parts and 1 hour labour.

     

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    On 12/29/2024 at 5:22 PM, unofix said:

    They would melt. Just use wire coat hangers they work very well as a temp means of holding up an exhaust.

    Thanks for the advise. 

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    4 minutes ago, Smax-Aberdeen said:

    Managed to get this 3 Tonnes 6 meter Ratchet Strap to move the car

    Well at least the roof wouldn't fall off 🤣

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    19 minutes ago, unofix said:

    Well at least the roof wouldn't fall off 🤣

    I'm wondering how they managed to open that drivers door!

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