How to Repair an Exhaust Leak DIY (No Welding)

Summary by Krater

ChrisFix demonstrates two ways to repair a leaking exhaust pipe on a car without welding: by replacing the damaged flex pipe section with a slip-on pipe and clamps, or by replacing an entire bolt-on exhaust section.

From the video

Answers: How do you repair a leaking exhaust pipe without welding?

• exhaust leak repair without welding
• replacing a car flex pipe
• exhaust pipe measurement and cutting
• removing rusted exhaust bolts
• installing slip-on exhaust pipe couplers

What it concludes

• Exhaust leaks caused by damaged flex pipes or rusted flanges can be repaired at home without welding using exhaust couplers, clamps, and gaskets.
• Using an extractor socket and heating rusted bolts with a torch makes removing rounded and rusted exhaust fasteners much easier.
• Measuring the outside diameter of the exhaust pipe ensures you purchase the correct size replacement pipe or coupler.
• Applying soapy water to exhaust connections is an effective way to test and confirm that an exhaust repair is leak-free.
• Replacing an entire bolt-on exhaust section can be significantly cheaper when sourcing parts independently compared to a muffler shop quote.