Collector woes

[Trader]

OK so it was bound to happen.

 

My 88 collector, which had been repaired by the PO rotted out at the weld.

 

I have it all unbolted and I have the new(used) one ready to go in.

 

BUT....How can I get the front headers off without removing the rad etc.

From this thread it looks like I should be able to.

http://www.venturerider.org/forum/showthread.php?t=1002

 

But I don't see how it's possible.

 

it doesn't look like you can move the header far enough forward to get it out because the rad is in the way...and I can't move the rad without draining it because the lower hose is too restrictive.

 

Any suggestions?

[Marcarl]

If memory serves me correctly,,,, if you loosen the rad you can then loosen the front headers enough to do the job. The rad is held in place with 4 screws, so wouldn't take a lot to find out. You only need enough room to be able to lower the collector so that the bracket clears the oil pan.

[Flyinfool]

If you get it welded up again, pay the little bit extra to have them use all stainless steel parts and welding wire. Like the factory did.

[Trader]

I did manage to move the rad enough to get the collector out.

 

I got an almost new one from a member here last year...so I'm getting it put back in.

 

About half way done on the reinstall now. (Yes I work VERY slowly)

[Yammer Dan]

I did manage to move the rad enough to get the collector out.

 

I got an almost new one from a member here last year...so I'm getting it put back in.

 

About half way done on the reinstall now. (Yes I work VERY slowly)

 

 

Are we related??

[Trader]

If I could find all the parts again :confused24:I'd be sailing right along!

 

I keep stealing nuts and bolts off my 83...it's supposed to be a project bike...not a parts bike!

 

but should have it all put back together tonight.