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Loosen Up: First things first, loosen the nut on the clamp until it barely grabs the end of the thread. You want it to hold its shape and be as big as possible, but still be loose enough to slide the clamp around the exhaust pipe.
Maneuver the Middle: That center piece on the clamp? Give it a twist with your finger to make room for the exhaust tube to slide underneath.
Mind the Gaps: Here&#8217;s a pro tip! Those 2 little slots in the exhaust tube should not be lined up with the h-piece of the clamp.
Find Your Fit: Slide the clamp onto the exhaust pipe and position it so it overlaps the connection point by one-eighth of an inch. Don&#8217;t slide the band clamp all the way as the farther you slide it the less clamping it does. This extra bit ensures a good seal and keeps everything together.
Tighten Things Up: Now for the satisfying part! Grab your wrench and tighten the nut on the clamp. You want it snug, but be careful not to over-tighten.

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