JB22

ok, I did a search and it appears that I need to get an expander and expand the end on the cat to fit over the 2055 y-pipe. Is this right? The pipe between the 2 looks to be the identical size. Do they sell a coupler that I could use over the 2 pipes, or is the expander the best way to go on the cat?

Thoughts appreciated

I have a flowmaster american thunder catback #17233 to marry up to the rest on the way, should be here Monday or tuesday

JamesC

iTrader: (5)

No, the 9118 is a perfect fit for the Hooker Y.

JamesC

JB22

Hrmm, I'll have to look at it again. I went to put them together last night and it looked like they werent going to fit...

I halted the procedure due to the fact that the y-pipe was about 500 degrees, and I didnt feel like getting torched.

JamesC

iTrader: (5)

Always a wise decision .

JamesC

Nate86

I had to get a peice of pipe that fit in between the y-pipe and catalytic convertor to make them couple. For some reason, my catalytic convertor did not want to mate to the y-pipe either... despite how many people told me it should just slip right over without a problem.

You can get the peice of pipe from AutoZone for like $3. I believe it is a 3" ID to 3" ID but I can't be sure. It's been so long since I've put the exhaust on the car it's hard to remember.

JamesC

iTrader: (5)

Humm, my 9118 slipped over the 2055's without problems.

JamesC

JB22

Well, my y-pipe is ceramic coated, so im sure that adds a little to the snug fit.

After some finessing, I did get it on. It just took a little bit.

PontiacV8

...works fine...Catco9118-Coated Hooker 2055 y-pipe

JB22

What did you paint your cat with? Im debating some VHT

slow_90firebird

Whatever paint you decide you use to paint the cat, be sure not to spray the inside ot the pipe. It could flake off and clog the honeycomb.