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Old 04-21-2009, 01:30 PM
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why do v8 exhaust tips go lopsided, is it just the usual build quality(lack of )


Mine were, too:

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is that standard or is it because the subrame mounts ( axle bushes ) are worn .
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Did you guys do the sanding with everything in place, or did you remove some trim or the exhaust to get to them?
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Remove trim surround first. Wash down straight after you finish to remove minute metal pieces. Post pics when done.
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A different kind of oval
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I just did this too - here are the pics:


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I used 50, 80, 320, 400, 600, 1600 grits...
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