Tig

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Welcome aboard

I haven't had any issues like the op. Not sure how he resolved.
Typically, when I weld flanges/v-bands I'll bolt/clamp them together quite snug to keep a flat tight surface and not remove the bolts/clamps until cool. If I am only welding one side of a 3 bolt flange I will make a jig to bolt it to a solid surface, then weld and of course wait until cool to remove.

JoePublicVA

Some mech want only a bolt system to remove cat for high performance then replace for street. Welding is not for everyone. My welds always sloppy.

So wat u think about bracket?

Tig

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Yes, it makes it a lot easier when it is bolt/clamp on.

I am sorry I did not see any bracket. Do you have any pictures?

madmann26

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A little more then a month ago, I had some new flanges welded on mine so I could pull the ypipe if needed.

The exhaust shop made me new flanges from scratch. The trick is the flange needs to be thick. I was concerned about them leaking and he assured me they would not leak. To date, I have no issues with them.

When he built them, he welded the inside of the flange/tubing. Not sure if that makes a difference.

Some of the mass produced stuff uses thin flange material and they warp and blow the gasket.

If I ever have an issue, I'm putting ball and sockets on them.

JoePublicVA

https://youtu.be/c1JYhsl0Pq4

Tig

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True. For bolted flanges I use between 1/2" and 5/8" thick material.
I weld the insides as well. It basically gives you twice the coverage and ensures it will not leak.

I do like ball and socket joints.


I'll check it out

Tig

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It's a reinforced flange, correct?

Do you have pictures of any working models mounted on an existing exhaust?

Is the final product going to be a two piece welded or a one piece machined?

I do like the idea.