Crossover pipe heatshield rattle

[dmcerik]

I've had a rattle on my crossover pipe for years now. Usually between 2400 and 2800 RPM. Below or above that I never hear anything. Anyone know if this is possible to fix while still in the car?

[ssdelorean]

I've had a rattle on my crossover pipe for years now. Usually between 2400 and 2800 RPM. Below or above that I never hear anything. Anyone know if this is possible to fix while still in the car?

Yeah, metal band clamps. Been there done that 100,000 miles ago. Warning, not for those who have to have it looking pretty and stock.

PS you still over in the Holland / GR Metroplex? Detroit folks are starting to get active again if you wanna join up sometime.

[dmcerik]

Thanks Shannon! I'll give that a try. I haven't attempted to do anything with it yet, or even see how far my arms can reach up, or down, in the area.

Yup I'm still in Holland. Or back in Holland from being in CA for some years. I'd love to finally meet up again with you all.

Yeah, metal band clamps. Been there done that 100,000 miles ago. Warning, not for those who have to have it looking pretty and stock.

PS you still over in the Holland / GR Metroplex? Detroit folks are starting to get active again if you wanna join up sometime.

[ssdelorean]

Thanks Shannon! I'll give that a try. I haven't attempted to do anything with it yet, or even see how far my arms can reach up, or down, in the area.

Yup I'm still in Holland. Or back in Holland from being in CA for some years. I'd love to finally meet up again with you all.

Unless you chunked up like a balloon when in CA you should have no problem reaching up there.
There are plans for a big Spring/Summer tech day in the Detroit area. One of the owners moved into a new place with lots of space and wants to celebrate.

I will be sure to email details when a date is settled. You still have same address? [username] at yahoo.com ?

[dmcerik]

Ha! Nope...no ballooning here. Still the same size as before. Just older now. It's hard to believe my frame off was over 18 years ago. I sent you a direct message with my updated information.

Unless you chunked up like a balloon when in CA you should have no problem reaching up there.
There are plans for a big Spring/Summer tech day in the Detroit area. One of the owners moved into a new place with lots of space and wants to celebrate.

I will be sure to email details when a date is settled. You still have same address? [username] at yahoo.com ?

[DMC-81]

I've had a rattle on my crossover pipe for years now. Usually between 2400 and 2800 RPM. Below or above that I never hear anything. Anyone know if this is possible to fix while still in the car?

If you take it off, you can check, repair/replace the 4 M6 bolts that hold the heat shields on. I did this when I refurbished the OE exhaust.



The crossover pipe is stainless as are the shields, so they clean up well:





I media blasted the parts and used POR-15 High Temp paint.