Exhaust front pipe to manifold joint.

bxbodger · Unread post by **bxbodger** » 14 Jul 2006, 12:28

Hello all, I have got a new front pipe for the BX, and the pipe to manifold joint is the ball/socket type with sprung bolts.

I have never assembled one of these in my life- I've only ever done the old clamp type.

My question is, are these ball/socket joints assembled dry or do I still need to use a bit of muffler paste?

Thanks!!

dnsey · Unread post by **dnsey** » 14 Jul 2006, 13:28

In theory, a special grease should be used, but I haven't found a dealer yet who knows anything about it!
Don't use paste - the joint is designed to allow a degree of movement - dry assembly is fine in practice.

Unread post by **alan s** » 14 Jul 2006, 13:56

It has to be high temp stuff and copperslip is the most popular.

Alan S

bxbodger · Unread post by **bxbodger** » 14 Jul 2006, 14:24

Coppaslip it is, then!

Thanks for the help.