Installing header sleeve

Brianf60

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Any tips for installing the mesh exhaust sleeve on the lo206? I tried briefly this morning but was having a very hard time sliding it over. I didnt want to ruin the sleeve and was in a rush so I put header wrap on for now but wanted the clean look of the mesh sleeve. Do you use anything to lube the pipe?
 
Push in the end. They're kind of like those chinese finger traps when they're new. After some heat, it should loosen up a bit
 
Mesh sleeve is 7/8". Remove the muffler and bracing then you just need to start it over the flaired part of the header and it slides right on.
 
I agree with dcRacing85. Get it started on the pipe and push it from the opposite end.
If you grip it on the end that you started on the pipe it will tighten up like the chinese finger traps we were amazed by when we were kids.
 
Thanks. I will try again on Saturday. It was my sons first real race and we were in a real rush to get the kart ready. I will try again when I can take my time.
 
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