muffler replacement rubber hangers hard to remove- solved (1 Viewer)

[cruisermaine]

In the middle of replacing the center muffler. I removed all the bolts at the front flanges and have the rear clamp off but can't get the rubber hangers off. I thought this was going to be the easy part.... They are in good shape if a bit stiff from age. I tried spraying with soapy water. I even tried some grease but can't get the rubber off the frame rods. Is there a trick to prying them off? I could try cutting off the rods that are connected to the old muffler to maybe make it easier but wanted to check in for advice first.

 

[pheonix75]

I used pb blast n mine slipped right off

 

[cruisermaine]

I used pb blast n mine slipped right off

I'll give it a try....

 

[cmck]

The slot in middle seems to fit a medium size prybar.

 

[suprarx7nut]

There's no trick other than lube and force. Sometimes those come off easy, sometimes it's a nightmare. A prybar is good, sometimes pliers. Soapy water is a great lube for that job.

If you're not in a hurry, you can buy pliers meant exactly for the job. Like this: Amazon.com: Lisle 38350 Exhaust Hanger Removal Pliers: Automotive

 

[cruisermaine]

There's no trick other than lube and force. Sometimes those come off easy, sometimes it's a nightmare. A prybar is good, sometimes pliers. Soapy water is a great lube for that job.

If you're not in a hurry, you can buy pliers meant exactly for the job. Like this: Amazon.com: Lisle 38350 Exhaust Hanger Removal Pliers: Automotive

OMG there really is a tool for every job.

 

[cruisermaine]

The PB did the trick. Got em off with a lot of effort. What a pain but the install should be easy now. Thanks all

 

[Hugh Calgary]

it is a multi step process. I cut the hangers with a sawzall.

 

[gatormark91]

Sawzall the hangers off the muffler. Takes about a minute for each. Easy.