I popped off one the exhaust clips (from the manifold to the header pipe) as it gave me the room I needed to work. Now the problem is I can't get this one damn clip back on. How does one put something like that back on while its tucked behind the engine? Like a big C clip with a round hole in each end... Somehow I have to spread this thing and then put it over the lips of this joint.
Fortunately I have the driveshaft out right now to give a bit better access from the bottom.
Any ideas?
Ok, I found a potential solution... using an exhaust clamp... have to buy one now...
The Bentley indicates there's a special VW tool for this (sounds like you have an A2 right?). If you need it let me know and I'll look up the part number for you in the Bentley.
Careful with the exhaust clamp. It does work but make sure your head is protected when you're setting it up...just in case. Numb fingers usually regain sensation. The face is a little more sensitive.
If you have a local machine shop, have them cut a 1/4" thick piece of steel. Flat on the bottom and angled a couple degrees at the top. Hammer the metal into the spring to spread it, install, and twist the exhaust to relieve tension and remove the wedge.
Darryl.
No problem -- just use a 2" muffler clamp to hold it open. Check this link, there is a picture about halfway down.
Good luck.
Awesome, just did it and it worked like a charm...mind you, you have to unscrew the bolts in a tight position to give slack, but works great.
You can also rent a tool from Adirondack Auto Brokers Inc.
Hey that looks cool Being the ignorant bugger i am i always just used the brute force method It's been a while, but I seem to remember pulling with all my might on a looped rope to stretch the blasted clip and slip it into place. I think I cussed once or twice as well...but it seemed to worked pretty quick, at least it did at the time. rick
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