[StereoSteveo]

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My exhaust is rusting out on my 1990, GL-1500.

I have 2 holes about the size of a quarter.

Any ideas for a cheap temporary fix until I can find and afford some replacement pipes? I really don't want to replace them any time real soon as I just got the triple tips tack welded on.

I was thinking about cutting up a tin can and securing it with some big hose clamps? Maybe put some of that exhaust wrap in between? Where do I buy that stuff? Auto parts store?

Thx,

 

[beenshot]

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try this

http://www.autozone.com/autozone/accessories/VersaChem-Muffler-and-exhaust-repair-kit/_/N-25hw;jsessionid=3598565EA26C85AFEDE19245F846BE7A.diyprod3-b2c13?counter=8&itemIdentifier=710676_0_0_

 

[brianinmaine]

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I've tried MANY ways of trying to stop leaks on cars exhausts including all kinds of pastes but I've never found any work for more than a couple days. Take them off and get them welded. Well worth your time and effort, doing it right the first time.

 

[sle104]

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I would use exhaust patch from auto parts will work for awhile

 

[dingdong]

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JB Weld will work to hold a patch if you prep around the hole properly. Temp. range up to 600*. All of the products made for muffler patching I have used get brittle in a few days.

 

[scotterichmond]

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Welding a "patch" is the only way to fix the stock muffler on the GL1000 I have done it and it lasts a long time. At least YOU can buy new still.

 

[StereoSteveo]

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Yeah good idea guys. I think I'll just remove the mufflers (which I've done before) and take them to a shop that can cut some sheet metal strips and weld to the bottoms. That should last quite awhile I would think. It won't be pretty but I'm all for function over form. Thx.