BNR Down pipe installed.

[dvn]

Just use a regular socket that fits it. That's what I did and I even have 2 sets of inverted torx socket sets.

8mm socket fits fine.

 

[NewZJ]

I used the box end of a wrench to remove the heat shield bolts.

You don't really need to though.

 

[diazmjd]

Does anyone know what the gasket situation is at the front of the downpipe with the v clamp? Is there a factory one? Is one needed at all? Thanks

 

[Calorim]

This may be a really dumb question but... I live in PA, and have state emissions testing every year. If I would install the BNR downpipe and get a BNR tune would it pass the emissions testing? Would the BNR Mid Pipe or BNR Second Cat Delete affect emissions individually?

 

[JesusTheAgnostic]

Just put the stock pipe back on That's what I'm doing next month. I'll let you know how it goes!

 

[diazmjd]

Just put the stock pipe back on That's what I'm doing next month. I'll let you know how it goes!

Yep. Once the infamous hidden bolt is removed you can swap out in 30 minutes.

 

[JesusTheAgnostic]

Someone should probably mention that removing the lining under the fender is a really easy way to get to that hidden bolt.

 

[Dweible64]

Thanks. I got it in!

Here's a few pics that may help someone else:

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O2 sensor plug attached to blue wire

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O2 sensor (right) and v-band bolt peeking out from under heat shield. My O2 sensor was on petty tight

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Three 13mm bolts at rear of downpipe. I found a nasty dent in the exhaust down there too.

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Lower mount bolt, 10mm Hidden bolt, also 10mm, is directly above that one, facing the front of the car. Just kinda follow that mounting bracket upwards and you should feel it. I used an offset box wrench to loosen it and for the first few turns then I switched to a 1/4" drive socket wrench with a tilting head.

THIS was a lifesaver! That hidden bolt on the hanger is super hidden without the pictures. Thanks a million. I removed the charge pipe directly from Turbo outlet and it gave some much needed clearance.

 

[RMinNJ]

I only have the ZZP catback with second cat delete. Second cat delete (no O2 sensor on it) passed NJ inspection.