HotSawce

I have some fast intentions RHFC that I want to install. My skillset isn't that great. The only similar thing I've ever done was put on my axle back exhaust. Is there a DIY on here someone could link me to that shows how to do this? I tried searching but couldn't find anything.

j50ny

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I would not recommend tackling this since you're a self-admitted novice. Even most people who do their own work have let a shop handle this. The bolts on the bottom are fine. It's the ones at the top. Not saying it can't be done, but be prepared for a lot of cursing and frustration.

Google search yields a number of threads regarding hfc and test pipe installs. Here is one of them:
https://www.myg37.com/forums/d-i-y-i...e-install.html

Kris9884

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The work itself isn't hard, its just having the right tools for the job. If you have jack stands, PB blaster, a torch and hella extensions, it shouldn't be a problem.

Stachuu

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There is a video on youtube guy does it on his g37 sedan.

ILM-NC G37S

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+1 for what Kris9884 mentioned- the job is not difficult- I did it once and am about to do it again, but if you do not have the right tools you would be better off paying a shop. The top bolt on the driver side is a complete bi+ch and without at least a 18-20" socket extension the bolt will be impossible to reach.

For this job quality tools are a complete must and even then expect a lot of cursing and aggravation.

blnewt

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Only other note I'd make is use the 50:50 Acetone/ATF mix to break the rust from the bolts, works much better than PB blast or any other rust breaker. Here's a thread I made that might be of help, those Harbor Freight wobble extensions are a must!
https://www.myg37.com/forums/g37-sed...y-be-atch.html

HotSawce

Yeah, after everything I've read from numerous different threads, I think I'm gonna pass. At first, I wanted to tackle this project, due to not wanting to feel incapable. But now I don't feel so bad haha.

slartibartfast

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Please note there are two subforums on this board that you should check, DIY and Intake and Exhaust.

This thread should have been started in one of those two.

Jonesmeister11

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Honestly, the job is super easy, but make sure there are not children around because you will be dropping some cuss words. This was one of the first things I did on my g35 back in the day when I was 17 with no previous automotive work skill. It is time consuming, but I was able to break the bolts loose with some hand tools, and pb blaster. Really the longest part is waiting for the pb blaster to work it's magic. Like others said, you just need the right tools, i.e. long extension, and a joint. I bought mine from autozone.

Keep in mind I did the work myself because, at 17, I couldn't see paying a shop money. Now that I am 25 with back issues, been there done that, I would probably have a buddy or call around to local shops.

Hope that helps!

Ape Factory

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I'm substantially older than Jonesmeister11 and it's doable on jack stands in your garage. Like others said, the proper, QUALITY tools are a must, especially sockets that won't crack. The acetone/brake fluid mix does work and I treated mine several times over the course of two weeks.

It also depends on what sort of condition your car is in and how rusted out the bolts are. The salty air can create a lot of rust in short order.

Ignore Slarti, he's REALLY old.

blnewt

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I'm older than all you guys and I got it done
And it's Acetone/ATF mix ^^^

slartibartfast

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I'm a happy hippy
Takin' little trippy
Drivin' on down the road...

Surfnazi

It can be done but I'd rather pay 50 bucks to have it done. That's what my tech at Infiniti charged to do it one the side

blnewt

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That might qualify for the deal of the century! Hell, forget might, that IS the deal of the century

Calidoso

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Some advice needed on this topic:

I went to have my Berk HFCs installed about 2 weeks ago when I moved down to Florida from New Jersey. There was a muffler shop highly recommended to me by the tire place who installed my vert wheels. He quoted me $100 for the work. On install day, 30 mins into the install he claimed that the bolts were too rusted that he couldn't even get a grip on them and recommended I get them cut off at another location. I was kinda confused as to why he couldn't/wouldn't do it himself. Could be he actually could not grip them or that i didn't use any PB Blaster prior to removal and for the money it wasn't worth the work. With that being said should I:

1. attempt to remove them myself using the PB blaster for a week with the risk of being stuck halfway through removal?

2. Take his advice, look for a new shop that would be willing and able to get the bolts cut off? What price should i be looking forward to for this service?