The Drain Posted October 12, 2011 Posted October 12, 2011 (edited) HI,I have removed the ART can from my bike and am putting the standard one back on in an attempt to quieten it.The end of the pipe that runs to the can (link pipe?) was covered with a silver foil type material presumably to ensure a better seal where it fits into the place the four downpipe merge. This material had perished and basically fell off when the pipe came out. Is this material necessary and if so where does one get it from?I have Harris Metal Repair Tape indoors (it says ok for high temperatures) would this be ok? Thanks all! Edited October 23, 2011 by The Drain Quote
Stu Posted October 12, 2011 Posted October 12, 2011 you talking the very end? as in about half an inch to an inch? if so it might be part of your gasket you may need a new one Quote
The Drain Posted October 12, 2011 Author Posted October 12, 2011 Hi,It is the joint between the two pieces shown here (though mine is the original system):http://www.bayfort-motorcycles.co.uk/ekmps/shops/stukat7/images/suzuki-bandit-600-1995-2000-motad-nexxus-full-exhaust-system-2540-p.jpgI wonder if it has been wrapped in this stuff to replace a gasket that was there previously? Quote
Stu Posted October 12, 2011 Posted October 12, 2011 yeah sounds like its been used as a gasket! Quote
The Drain Posted October 12, 2011 Author Posted October 12, 2011 Thanks, it does look suspiciously like tin foil! Quote
The Drain Posted October 12, 2011 Author Posted October 12, 2011 http://www.wemoto.com/bikes/Suzuki/GSF_600_S_T_V_Bandit_-_GN77A/95-97/picture/Seal_-_Collector_Box_to_Silencer_Graphite/Would this be the thing? Quote
Stu Posted October 12, 2011 Posted October 12, 2011 Yes that's the one Some are covered in what looks like tin foil so check both ends to make sure its all out Quote
Mawsley Posted October 13, 2011 Posted October 13, 2011 Harris Metal Repair Tape Nice. I was wondering how to bodge my pipe on the XJ. Quote
The Drain Posted October 23, 2011 Author Posted October 23, 2011 Hi All,OK, the old exhaust pipe has been taken off and two problems are now apparent:1. The old pipe has a small corrosion hole roughly where the exhaust gasket would sit.http://i1207.photobucket.com/albums/bb467/andrewtoplis/exhaust1-1.jpg2. The bit where the gasket sits is also quite corroded. The end of the pipe is slightly splayed out so the gasket can fit it, however two of the end pieces have corroded away so I think it'll be difficult to get a tight seal.http://i1207.photobucket.com/albums/bb467/andrewtoplis/exhaust2.jpgThe first I can get a friend to weld up, any advice how to fix point 2?Andy Quote
megawatt Posted October 23, 2011 Posted October 23, 2011 I can make you a new joining piece from 304 stainless if you supply drawings and accurate dimensions? Quote
The Drain Posted October 23, 2011 Author Posted October 23, 2011 Err, thanks I guess you are saying it is possible to save it, not just buy a whole new set of downpipes?Thats what I hope to hear tbh as a new set is about £200. Quote
mealexme Posted October 23, 2011 Posted October 23, 2011 Err, thanks I guess you are saying it is possible to save it, not just buy a whole new set of downpipes?Thats what I hope to hear tbh as a new set is about £200.mega can repair anything if he has the measurements! Quote
megawatt Posted October 24, 2011 Posted October 24, 2011 Thanks Alex I understand it's a Bandit 600, they are known for rotting out link pipes and manifolds.Drain, need better pix and accurate dimensions. You have a PM . Gimme a bell? Quote
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