Cat removal issue
#1
Cat removal issue
Is there a special size for removing the cat to install a test pipe? I was able to get the cat to exhaust bolts out easy(14mm) but the headers to cat sping bolts I can't find anything to fit the nuts. Everything I can find says its a 12mm which does fit the bolts but is too large for the nuts, don't know why they'd be 2 differnet sizes. Am I missing something here I've tried just about everything and nothing fits. It's a 2005 if that makes any difference, any help would be greatly appreciated.
#2
I don't remember much but I think I used a deep socket for the nut side. Try that. Maybe your socket isn't sitting on the nut.
If you don't have a deep socket. Take the socket off and place it on the nut. Then put the ratchet on the socket but not in all the way.
If you don't have a deep socket. Take the socket off and place it on the nut. Then put the ratchet on the socket but not in all the way.
#3
If they are oem Honda nuts they should be 12mm, unless someone put on a smaller nut in the past, like a 10mm or 11mm, or perhaps an SAE size like 1/2 inch ? I am doing my cat right now so I am familiar with the sizes on mine.
#4
Ok, I'll give it another try again tomorrow, but I had already tried the 12mm(too big) and an 11mm(too small) also tried the sae equivalent. This just really confused me as I have a lot of mechanical experience, maybe it was the cold lol.
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You have a lot of mechanical experience and you're having trouble finding a socket or wrench to fit a nut? I'd get some rest and breather and try again...
P.S. If you still can't get it, vice grips. If you need to break it loose, wd40/equivalent, vic egrips and a small sledge (3-5lb).
P.S. If you still can't get it, vice grips. If you need to break it loose, wd40/equivalent, vic egrips and a small sledge (3-5lb).