Exhaust hanger problems

[kieranadams97]

I bought a ktec exhaust system and went about trying to fit it myself...
With a lot of swearing the old exhaust came off and I have managed to fit the ktec centre pipe from the cat. However the back box is proving a nightmare, for a start the rear exhaust hanger is different, can this OEM hanger be adjusted to face the other way? If not what hanger do I need? Also I am having a nightmare trying to remove it, the bolt is completely seized i've used all the tools I have available to have a go at it (air line included) but no luck. Any advise for this too? I apologise for the pictures as my iPhone camera is broken, but hopefully you get the idea.

 

[1812lsd]

Tried some heat on it?

 

[kieranadams97]

@1812lsd No, don't have any tools to do so

 

[1812lsd]

Where in the Shire are you?
Looks like you may need to swap to an RS hanger which I do have a spare one with a poly bush in, or bend your arm so it is straight.

One of these, but mine is in red.

 

[kieranadams97]

@1812lsd Near dorrington mate, are you in Shrewsbury?

 

[1812lsd]

My location says yes I'm in Bicton Heath.

 

[kieranadams97]

@1812lsd Oh not too far then! I don't have the tools at my disposal to bend the arm haha. How much would you want for that hanger? and do you have the tools to get the old one off? Sorry to be cheeky

 

[1812lsd]

Are you out of the wet? I don't mind popping over to have a gander. I'm not 100% it will fit, I don't have a gas torch sorry but I do have a big bar.
Do you have a drill and drill bits in case it snaps and some spare bolts?

 

[kieranadams97]

@1812lsd I'm in a garage, but there is little access to the underside of the car as it's only on axel stands. We do have a drill with various attachments. The bolt is beginning to loose it's shape therefore i'm struggling to get a ratchet or spanner to grip. And as for the bolt, there is a random bolt drawer which is likely to have one to fit. The other issue is I don't have a clamp for attaching the backbox to the centre pipe, this is proving more hassle than it's worth haha!

 

[1812lsd]

PM me you mobile number.

 

[1812lsd]

You will need a Exhaust Clamp Mikalor Stainless Steel / Clip / Bracket / Banjo / Strap - 55-59mm or a 58mm 2.25" Heavy Duty U Bolt Universal Exhaust Clamp
and a new RENAULT CLIO 1.1,1.2 EXHAUST CLAMP HEAVY DUTY& EASY-FIT
Don't give it to much beans till you get those clamps sorted.

Also Renault Sport Clio 182 Exhaust surround trim **FREE DELIVERY** Genuine part

 

[kieranadams97]

@1812lsd Top bloke! Thanks for your help today, appreciate the time and effort

 

[1812lsd]

Have you sorted your cut out yet?

 

[kieranadams97]

It's held on with a self tapping screw atm, will try to sought it when I have more time.

 

[ady347]

small world I'm in dorrington and have a blow torch if any good. I changed hangar last week! 1 bolt snapped, and 2 came off. I just drilled new hole instead of drilling out bolt as the hanger can slide.

 

[kieranadams97]

small world I'm in dorrington and have a blow torch if any good. I changed hangar last week! 1 bolt snapped, and 2 came off. I just drilled new hole instead of drilling out bolt as the hanger can slide.

Oh really, how weird is that. It's ok I managed to sort the exhaust now it's just the cutout to sort now. Cheers anyway