Center Section
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| ITEM | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| 1 | Flexible coupling |
| 2 | Center silencer |
| 3 | Support bracket |
The center section comprises of an inlet pipe, which incorporate a flexible coupling and a center silencer and 2 outlet pipes.
The inlet pipe of the center section is secured to the front section outlet pipe with a clamp.
The center section has 2 hanger brackets which are welded to the exhaust pipe and supports the center section on 2 mounting rubbers. The mounting rubbers are connected to the hanger brackets, which are bolted to a cross brace. The cross brace is installed to the underside of the vehicle by 6 bolts. The 6 bolts fix the cross brace to the floor of the vehicle.
A support bracket is welded to the 2 outlet pipes to increase rigidity.