territory145

Hi all,
How do you remove the tips from a 2005 Carrera base model.
I've tried to loosen the nut under the tip but any way I turn it stops as if tightening. I used wd40 on it earlier and the nut still binds up.
I'm working on the floor so my access isn't that good. I had it loose but couldn't get it off the pipe.
Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Mitch
2005, 3.6, oval tips, no mods.

Shaymus

Mitch just did this to get tips Ceramic coated...here is my process!


Use 13mm socket and remove this bolt completely.



This flange needs to be loosened / widened to get tips off.



I used a small slotted screw driver where the bolt was sitting to widen the flange.



About 1/4 inch should do.


Good Luck

sober_owl

loosen the nut all the way get a flat head and a small hammer.. go around hitting it with hammer till it pops out...

all the years of rust build up make it hard to come out..thats what i did on mines

territory145

Shaymus, I'll give it a try, Thanks.
Do you have any pictures of the ceramic coated finished product???
Thanks
Mitch

Shaymus

Before



After

They did a fantastic job..$90. Now I just have to wait for a warmer day to put back on, and all the snow to disappear...been a long winter here can't wait to get the little black car out!

territory145

They look awesome, good luck.

linderpat

also, use PB Blaster or even liquid wrench; WD-40 is the least effective penetrant for stuck hardware. Also, let the penetrant soak in good and long before trying to remove the nut.

territory145

Thanks linderpat, I was able to get them off and they will be out for powder coating next week.
This forum rules.

Shaymus

Hey Mitch, glad you got the tips off! I was going to powder coat mine as well, but the facility suggested ceramic as it is more durable to rock chips! Also better heat capacity but he wasn't sure that would apply so much on the tips. Here is a quick article on the difference. Would love to see a pict when they are all done.
http://nitroplate.com/news/coatings-...amic-coatings/

Shaymus

Blaine 997

territory145

Thanks Blaine997 they look great.
Shaymus, I'll read the article, thanks for your input on this. I'll post some pictures as soon as they come back.