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How-To Install an After-Cat Exhaust System

Bassani's After-Cat Exhaust Systems for Late-Model Mustangs Fit Rightthe First Time
October, 2003
By Miles Cook
Photography by Miles Cook
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1. Two tailpipes and two... 
   
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1. Two tailpipes and two mufflers--Bassani's after-cat exhaustsystem is as simple as can be. Installation hardware is included toattach it to the H-pipe, as well as a pair of clamps to join themufflers and tailpipes in front of the rear axle. The rest of the systeminstalls using all the car's existing hangers. This system for '94-'955.0s carries PN 50945S. Because hangers for the tailpipes are orienteddifferently, there are two basic systems for pre-'99 SN-95s and thecurrent '99-'03 car.
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2. Begin removing the stock... 
   
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2. Begin removing the stock system by loosening the hangers thathold the system in place right behind the mufflers.
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3. Loosen and remove the... 
   
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3. Loosen and remove the four bolts that hold the mufflers inplace to the H-pipe.

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