F$@&%ing Ford

[Jacob_24]

working on removing the doc/dpf pipe off and where downpipe's flange meets doc, it turns out someone welded those those bolts up. I managed to cut one of them off, now need to run to homedepot to get some more metal blades.

AM I the only one with bad luck, or has anyone's flange was welded as well?

[First_Ford]

The nuts are welded on. The bolt needs an extension and a swivel toreach them from the front.

[derrick36]

Originally Posted by Jacob_24

working on removing the doc/dpf pipe off and where downpipe's flange meets doc, it turns out someone welded those those bolts up. I managed to cut one of them off, now need to run to homedepot to get some more metal blades.

AM I the only one with bad luck, or has anyone's flange was welded as well?

I hope you're kidding...

[TripleE44]

Originally Posted by derrick36

I hope you're kidding...

Me too......

[LFD132]

Originally Posted by First_Ford

The nuts are welded on. The bolt needs an extension and a swivel toreach them from the front.

So much for being able to put it back to stock.

[johnny9r]

Originally Posted by LFD132

So much for being able to put it back to stock.

Back to stock can be done, I have done it there is no permanent damage.

[JMart]

Originally Posted by johnny9r

Back to stock can be done, I have done it there is no permanent damage.

Yes, but that is an obvious tell tell sign that you have taken it off.

[NRHS Sales]

No it is not. the nut stays in place. the bolt just threads out. Why would you need to cut the bolt off?

[Jacob_24]

I was kidding guys. LOL I was taking a beer break and wanted to cause some drama. Everything is on, just installed the 250 tune and now im epoxying the dpf back pressure sensor. Broke it right where the rubber hose meets the sensor. if it doesnt work too well, I'll just order one online as it is 130 from a stealership.

PS: Those downpipe flange bolts were a pain in the a$$ to get out, especially the top one.

Cranked the truck up after the tune was installed and you can right there tell a difference in sound. much more meaner sounding!!

[LFD132]

Originally Posted by Jacob_24

I was kidding guys. LOL I was taking a beer break and wanted to cause some drama. Everything is on, just installed the 250 tune and now im epoxying the dpf back pressure sensor. Broke it right where the rubber hose meets the sensor. if it doesnt work too well, I'll just order one online as it is 130 from a stealership.

PS: Those downpipe flange bolts were a pain in the a$$ to get out, especially the top one.

Cranked the truck up after the tune was installed and you can right there tell a difference in sound. much more meaner sounding!!

You will never want to go back to stock now. You will wait as long as you can if you have to take it back to the dealership for any work. I am jonesing to tune my 2010. Just want to get a few more miles on her and my free oil change.