I'm having a real job trying to get my o/s cat off the manifold. I've removed the 3 bolts from the studs but the bugger won't come off. Tried all the usual methods i.e soaking in wd40, whacking it with a mallet and pry bars but it won't budge :headvswal

 

The engine was out late last year so I don't think it's rust causing it. I'm wondering if the previous owner has used some sort of sealant on it that's sticking it. The n/s one came off easily.

 

I'm reluctant to heat it, unless I have to, as I'll probably just end up setting myself on fire :mac1:

 

Anybody have any ideas how I can get it off?

cheers

Dave

anyone?

should fall of at this point. have you tried undoing the other end and using the pipe to lever it side to side etc! i would get someone to apply downwards pressure to the back end of the cat pipe and then hit with mallet!

use a universal persuasion tool (HAMMER) :D

Got the bugger off :nana2: Cheers for the tip Hellraiser, worked a treat :duffer:

 

Yassa, the universal persuasion tool is my weapon of choice mate..lol