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Old 25 May 2010, 08:08 PM
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I have a 96 jdm, since replacing cat pipe the heatsheild rattles badly even though it feels secure, can I take it off altogether ?
Old 25 May 2010, 08:24 PM
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do you mean on the downpipe ?
Old 25 May 2010, 08:30 PM
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Yes indeed it sits over the turbo !
Old 25 May 2010, 08:33 PM
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you can take it off completely but, I drilled the welds out and cut it down to size, then re fitted it, if you do take it off then it might be worth looking into other options like a turbo blanket, to keep the engine bay temp down a bit
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Ok cheers !
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