Very informative! Appreciate you!

@RBTheMechanic

2 жыл бұрын

Yuppp!!

Very nice video showing this repair. I couldn't tell in the transcript is that donut gasket the OEM one? Oh and the other thing when the bolts on top of the donut get messed up in the rust belt you cut them out and use nuts

@RBTheMechanic

Жыл бұрын

About the bolt part that wount work cuz the old broken bolts are studded in to manifold

@mst93ho

Жыл бұрын

@@RBTheMechanic I meant the nuts that are associated with the springs. When they rott out and no longer have threads. Is the donut gasket you used the oem honda one?

Thanks for this excellent video RB! My 2007 Accord Cat converter was stolen 2 days ago. Cut from the flex pipe steel shroud connector which means I will need to replace the whole flex pipe, part 700-017. Exhaust pipe where the other cut was made should still be in great condition, I believe it can be welded. My shop's quote to replace is between $2500 to $3500. Question: shouldn't you put a cat shield or lock to deter theft? I don't see this type of theft slowing down.

@RBTheMechanic

2 жыл бұрын

I left my Like that engraved vin and painted it but they will not steal after marker not worth it for them

yo, RB. i have a 2004 accord 4 cyl. i know you're the man to ask about these cars. I'm like 90% sure i have a pretty bad exhaust leak comin from the exhaust manifold gasket. I can't find a tutorial video on exactly what needs to be removed in order to just replace the exhaust manifold gasket. Am i able to do the gasket by just taking off the bolts on the TOP of the exhaust manifold? Or do I have to unbolt it at the bottom side, too?

@RBTheMechanic

4 күн бұрын

I have not done one of those but I would get mini torch and heat ever bolt u can buy the small torch from homedepot $45 and each bolt will be rusted so it prolly not the size it suppose to be so u have to mix and match the sockets But do ur best and avoid any bolt from snapping

Thanks for the video mate very detail and helpful.I have Honda CRV 2005 with a leaking exhaust from where the donut fits in.I did replace with new donut and just hand tight do i need to torque?I can also see the spacing between the exhaust and sees the donut gasket little bit expose.Is there anything i miss here?Appreciate your feedback mate.

@RBTheMechanic

7 ай бұрын

I think I show torque end of video other wise I can get it there’s no space to show the bolts lock up to flush and donuts takes it’s place

@salanau

7 ай бұрын

@@RBTheMechanicthanks mate I have seen the torque spec ..my next question is when fitting the donut and tightening both bolts will there be any space or will the donut expose abit?I have fitted mine but i can see the donut from my left and right tyre a little bit expose .Is that ok?

Hey Ralph Bob The Mechanic!, what year is the Honda?

@RBTheMechanic

2 жыл бұрын

2003 to 2007 is same also 2008 to 2012 just part is direct from 2008 up

The flex pipe to manifold connection feels like it has space even though I tigthened as much as possible, is that normal or should the bolts and flange tip be flush sealed? Also the exhaust flange to cata, the holes didnt align perfectly but I managed to tighten the bolts all the way when they angled, is that fine? Didnt add black stuff to gaskets, bad? Thanks for video.

@RBTheMechanic

Жыл бұрын

I’m not sure if I understand make a video let me see did u put the gasket donut in between

@elnum7

Жыл бұрын

@@RBTheMechanic Thanks for the reply, the link to a video is here kzread.info/dash/bejne/nICnzaiomMmpZqw.html. Your help is greatly appreciated.

Can you also just use a power tool to remove the bolt ? Seems too much to grind and hammer it

@RBTheMechanic

3 ай бұрын

Nope they will brake

The tar will melt when the exhaust gets hot and bond better.

@RBTheMechanic

Жыл бұрын

Yupp!! It’s works like magic I love that sealer

What size nuts and bolts did you use as a replacement

@RBTheMechanic

9 ай бұрын

I don’t have size u have to match somthing common size that will fit through the hole

Did you have to heat the spring loaded flex pipe bolts or did it come right off

@RBTheMechanic

Жыл бұрын

I heats them with mini ductor

@bigbrad9976

Жыл бұрын

@RB The Mechanic ok thanks hopefully I won't need to heat mines

@RBTheMechanic

Жыл бұрын

@@bigbrad9976 they will snap and brake I would heat then anyways

@bigbrad9976

Жыл бұрын

@@RBTheMechanic ok will do thanks

What brand of cat did you use and from where can I purchase from? Thanks

@RBTheMechanic

Жыл бұрын

Walker from my local part store buywise auto parts

@waldo-ot6ul

Жыл бұрын

I bought mine on eBay last week at a great price brand new but parts from there alot

What are the torque specs for the spring bolts for the front pipe?

@RBTheMechanic

Жыл бұрын

I give it at end of video if it’s not there then I can look it up

@SpecialEditon84

Жыл бұрын

Bump

Is the 2013-2017 accord 2.4 same as this?

@RBTheMechanic

Жыл бұрын

No they r diffrent but similar

What's that silicone you use for getsket.

@RBTheMechanic

8 ай бұрын

It’s tart I think I show it in sun if my videos might have to follow few other videos I don’t have name or part number in mind but u do show it

What’s the name of the seal u used on the gasket

@RBTheMechanic

Жыл бұрын

I don’t have name part number is there

@shawazonfire

Жыл бұрын

@@RBTheMechanic thanks for this tutorial, what is the part number for the black sealant? i checked your video but i couldn't find the name or part number

@RBTheMechanic

Жыл бұрын

@@shawazonfire I’ll check in shop today let u know

Idk how the hell im having a big issue with the flex pipe connecting to the manifold I had replaced the O ring exhaust gasket that goes on before the flex pipe cause the one it came with when I ordered it on eBay it had a big gap when I installed it and had an exhaust leak sound from there so I Change it to a thin one and it closed the gap a lot more but it still have an exhaust leak from there idk if it these aftermarket flex pipe but I tried everything

@RBTheMechanic

Жыл бұрын

Did u try the sealer I show in video black tart alike or u might have leave in manifold

@mickelrosado84

Жыл бұрын

@@RBTheMechanic yea it’s not where it connects to the cat it’s where the manifold connects to the flex pipe I have a video and picture but I can’t show it on here 🥺

@mickelrosado84

Жыл бұрын

Do you have another social media I can show you a video and picture of what I’m taking about cause it’s been stressing me out

@RBTheMechanic

Жыл бұрын

@@mickelrosado84 no sorry I don’t u can email me thecarmechanic201@gmail

I Never saw any torque specs at end of video.

@RBTheMechanic

10 күн бұрын

Year make model

How do u know the flex pipe is bad ?

@RBTheMechanic

11 ай бұрын

Flex pipe was leaking exghust

sooo whats the torque spec....i just found at 5:59

@RBTheMechanic

Күн бұрын

Specs on which part manifold or Flex Pipe

Part## plz

@RBTheMechanic

Жыл бұрын

Part numbers will be diffrent depends on ur cars emission

What Is the part number for the catalytic converter donut 🙏

@RBTheMechanic

Жыл бұрын

It’s in the video I don’t know it back of my head I do show it watch all the parts

the bolts you said "good luck you dont break them" ...... I broke them :(

@RBTheMechanic

Жыл бұрын

I heated the crap out of them and they come off like butter I use miniductor

@Hand_Banana

Жыл бұрын

I broke my left handed bits trying to drill it out. I’ll pick up more tomorrow 😂 luckily just one broke

@bigbrad9976

Жыл бұрын

​@@Hand_Banana should have used heat

@debabrate69

8 ай бұрын

Yea mine was literally a toothpick the rust ate the sh out of the screw and now I have a stem of the screw stuck in the manifold bolt ....