Hey everyone. I just installed a pair of V&H Ovals slip ons, and fuelpak. Soundsgreat compared to the stock mufflers on the 06 RKC. I felt with my hand under the where they slip over the header pipe, and I can feel equal amounts of exhaust pushing out on both sides. I imagine it is not supposed to do this. Am I missing something? Are they not tight enough? Any help would be GREAT, thanks.

 

You should not feel any exhaust leak. I used Permatex Ultra Copper silicone for High temperature and it sealed the fit right up. No exhaust leak now.

 

The V&H clamps suck, period. Throw a set of the HD torca clamps on there and tighten 'em down and you won't have leaks.

 

Are those the stock clamps or are those an upgrade?

 

Those are the stock HD muffler clamps.

 

OK, great, going on tomorrow. Last question, torque or just tighten them down? thanks for your help!

 

I just tightened mine down good and tight, but you can torque them according to the manual if you desire.

 

Use new HD clamps and torque them. I think the manual calls for 60 ft. lbs. I was suprised how hard I had to pull on a 1/2" drive torque wrench to get there. With Rush mufflers I went to 75 lbs. to get them to seal and the bolt didn't break but I'll bet it was close.

Rick

 

OK thanks alot for your help and time!

 

Same here and the V&H clamps do suck!
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