paroxysym

so it appears my downpipe has broken about an inch south of the elbow off the turbo... happened last night. im out of town next week, but im thinking a week after that ill be able to get her fixed. i drive her everyday, is there anything to worry about? heres a pic...

lmills

what size exhaust system do you have? I have a downpipe I could hook you up with if it fits. It is off a silverline system and swells open to 5" and is stainless.

paroxysym

4"... how long can i drive on it?

lmills

It will be OK to drive but make a big mess. I also have a stocker here that should bolt right in. It is on a truck that is getting twins built, but i can get it off later today for you if you would like.

tritont

what other part do you have you want to give out

j/k dood.... you're a hellofa guy for trying to help

lmills

I don't mind helping a fellow brotha out. LOL

paroxysym

yea def appreciate the help lloyd. ill give you a call if i can come grab it. thankfully she is parked all next week as im out of town.

White97GTVert

I would think driving on that would not only make a huge mess as already stated but pose a risk of getting exhaust in the cab.

I would take lloyd up on his generous offer, or try to find a new elbow locally. Its not worth the risk.

EDR

I had a similar issue, when I installing my exhaust temp probe in the elbow. I drove the truck for a week before I realized what had happened (didn't get the clamp on right).

I only had a small amount of soot around the opening and on the firewall, and we didn't notice any exhaust fumes in the cab. I'm sensitive to the smell so I would have noticed it immediately.

prattman

Cut up a tin can and use a few hose clamps as a temporary repair until you can replace the downpipe. You would be surprised how well this will hold.
-Glen