full akra evo install help!

RS4now · 03-22-2014, 12:27 PM

I know there is a search but i don't have time right now and only saw axle back so far. What is the bolt and size wrench do I need to remove the x pipe from the header? it is the star shaped bolt. If anyone has done this themselves and im sure some of you have any and all thoughts and insights would be appreciated. thank you in advance.

W Cole · 03-22-2014, 12:35 PM

Its just a reversed torx socket. You can get a set from any auto parts store. In a pinch you may be able to get away with using a standard socket but I wouldn't recommend it, especially because depending on the age of your car these bolts can be really seized. I don't recall the exact size but do you have the original instructions that came with the exhaust? I remember they were very detailed with color photos, etc.

RS4now · 03-22-2014, 12:39 PM

my car is a 2013, 6k miles. I thought it was a reversed torx, but i purchased the exhaust used and no instructions came with. I downloaded instructions from Akra but did not see sizes of tools or tools listed.

Kisenwether · 03-22-2014, 07:49 PM

They are E12 torx

RS4now · 03-22-2014, 09:15 PM

T-handle swiveling CTX E12 wrench! I found it on the akra site under instructions. duhh!

signes · 03-25-2014, 01:46 PM

EAS has a nice DIY video for the install. Search Youtube.

tom @ eas · 03-25-2014, 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by signes

EAS has a nice DIY video for the install. Search Youtube.

Appreciate the feedback, here's the video:

signes · 03-25-2014, 02:25 PM

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Originally Posted by tom @ eas

Appreciate the feedback, here's the video:

Tom, that video was a huge help to me, still can hear the background music.

Just wish I had a lift, was a complete bitch doing it with ramps and stands.

Hujan · 04-06-2014, 11:45 PM

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Originally Posted by signes

Tom, that video was a huge help to me, still can hear the background music.

Just wish I had a lift, was a complete bitch doing it with ramps and stands.

I've watched the video a couple of times and it makes it look pretty straightforward. I've removed and reinstalled the stock exhaust a couple of times using stands and ramps. Compared to that, the Evo has to be a piece of cake.

Tom, you have to give a raise to whoever does your photos and videos.

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W Cole Major 145 Rep 1,130 Posts Drives: 2009 M3 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Newport Coast, CA iTrader: (5)	Its just a reversed torx socket. You can get a set from any auto parts store. In a pinch you may be able to get away with using a standard socket but I wouldn't recommend it, especially because depending on the age of your car these bolts can be really seized. I don't recall the exact size but do you have the original instructions that came with the exhaust? I remember they were very detailed with color photos, etc.
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RS4now Private First Class 11 Rep 158 Posts Drives: M3 space gray Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Chicago iTrader: (1)	my car is a 2013, 6k miles. I thought it was a reversed torx, but i purchased the exhaust used and no instructions came with. I downloaded instructions from Akra but did not see sizes of tools or tools listed.
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Kisenwether Lieutenant 197 Rep 572 Posts Drives: Limerock Grey M3 / Hellrot 1M Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Albuquerque NM iTrader: (4)	They are E12 torx
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RS4now Private First Class 11 Rep 158 Posts Drives: M3 space gray Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Chicago iTrader: (1)	T-handle swiveling CTX E12 wrench! I found it on the akra site under instructions. duhh!
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signes Brigadier General 199 Rep 4,318 Posts Drives: 991 GT3 RS Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Living at (almost...) 9k iTrader: (5)	EAS has a nice DIY video for the install. Search Youtube. __________________ GT3 RS \| Desperately seeking the next great M car...
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