Do NOT buy the 2nd hand Comptech in Markham.

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05-15-2007, 09:53 PM

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KnifeEdge

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Originally Posted by Borbor,May 15 2007, 09:46 PM

You know, the more I thought about it today during my flight, the more it makes sense why they did it.

It's easier to package, but I think that's just a side benefit. The vibration and the stress and strain that flange sees if it was one piece would be far greater than if it was 2-pieces. By separating the flange, it almost serves as a stress relief from the vibration and the stress at the centerline from the flex when going over bumps.

But I still stand by the fact that they should've cleaned the metal debris and deburred the thing before shipping

I have no idea what you just said but sure :S

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05-16-2007, 04:31 AM

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I just confirmed with SanMarinoCpe that the exhaust comes in 3 pieces when it is shipped. He is a sponsor on the board and sold Comptech exhausts.

...and on that note, if this exhaust is going to be put up for sale again, you might want to become a member first..

Thanks for the PM btw.......

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05-16-2007, 05:55 AM

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I have a three piece Comptech and I can also vouch that it comes cut, splitting the two rear exhaust pipes. It made it easier to install because of the weight, I did it in my garage on my back with a jack. I haven't had any problems with leaking at all at that rear point, though there's definitely a tiny hole in the weld behind the cat flange which is creating a little leak. I'll get the weld touched up soon.

I honestly don't see anything wrong with this one being sold, though perhaps the cut is less than stellar. Oh well, take a grinding wheel to it or a sanding block perhaps and clean up the burrs.

I totally had a different understanding of this situation before Dominic came on and explained and took photos. I had thought that an entire flange had actually been cut off. Like Mike said, kudos to Dominic for responding in such a civilized manner.

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05-17-2007, 03:57 PM

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I'd like to give my thanks to Mocky, MickeyCB, SanMarinoCpe, and everyone else who helped resolve this issue.

Now that I am sure that our intake is not defective in any manner I can safetly put this up again for sale. I will respect the forum's rules and not post the actual sale information here until I get my full membership status. Thank you for the support everyone.

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