haywire4130
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- Sep 11, 2010
just wrapping up the install of my t/a headers and had a question about the slip joint on the crossover pipe- i have the newer style with the tabs welded on to put a bolt thru to keep the joint from coming apart but when i adjust it to fit flat on both headers the holes don't line up. my question is: in lieu of the bolt, can i just tack the joint with my tig welder? i don't want to nail it down tight if it needs to float for a reason (prevents cracking during expansion?). i guess plan b would be to cut one of the tabs off and tig it back on so it lines up if the bolt is the way to go, or just omit the bolt all together and let it move- any input/experience would be appreciated