HKS Hi-power CBE install?

300 · 06-26-2007, 07:45 PM

I just bought a used (2 months) HKS Hi-power CBE and I need an installation manual. Is there a link some where? Or can someone tell how to install?? Ive looked at the HKS site but couldnt find any. Im new and still learning. Thanks in advance

will12345 · 06-26-2007, 09:08 PM

all you do is undo the 2 bolts on the end of the downpipe, unhook all the rubber hangers, spray some wd40 in there if you need to, then put the hks midpipe on the end of the downpipe, put that one hanger on it, then put the hks axle back onto that and put the 3 other hangers on the hks exhaust and youre done

300 · 06-26-2007, 09:48 PM

Wow...short sweet and simple! me likes...oh wait...can I use the same nuts & bolts? Thanks for the input

will12345 · 06-26-2007, 10:47 PM

yes you have to use the front two spring bolts but the rear you should use new hardware and a 3 inch gasket

***reeksti*** · 06-26-2007, 10:50 PM

dont use wd40, it will be a mess. I would use windex or any window cleaner for lube.

cusco · 06-26-2007, 11:11 PM

wd-40 are messy? i thought they are pretty good too loosen up the bolts and stuff

***reeksti*** · 06-27-2007, 12:02 AM

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Originally Posted by cusco

wd-40 are messy? i thought they are pretty good too loosen up the bolts and stuff

yes no doubt, but it will get all slippery and will have a tough time getting the hanger off. i was told this by tom from kartboy.

SonicBoom · 06-27-2007, 06:04 AM

If your on the stock DP, your gonna have a hard time compressing the bolt/spring set-up... took 2 people and some creative large plyer work to get the nuts back on. unless you want to just go with-out which is what you'll end up doing when you get an aftermarket DP anyways. As far as gaskets, I just needed one 3" 2 hole gasket for the midpipe/axleback connection.. the stock one worked for the DP/Mid connect.

***chaos311clarity*** · 06-27-2007, 06:26 AM

pb Blaster or screwloose is the best penetrating lubricant ive found... either way this is a straight forward install and a good way to start off modding

STI_Mike · 06-27-2007, 06:28 AM

im sure searching will help you as well.

reflexxi · 06-27-2007, 07:59 AM

pB Blaster worked like a charm for me during my CBE install.

will12345 · 06-27-2007, 08:52 AM

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Originally Posted by reeksti

yes no doubt, but it will get all slippery and will have a tough time getting the hanger off. i was told this by tom from kartboy.

thats the point of using wd40 so it is slippery, if youve ever tried getting a dried up hard rubber hanger off then youd see how handy wd40 is

300 · 06-27-2007, 09:33 AM

As far as gaskets go...any suggestions on the brand/type/material?? Ill need to get loc-tite as well for the nuts & bolts. oh another question, do I have/need to disconnect (-) the car battery (reset the ECU) when installing the exhaust?

. With all this info in mind Ill be installing over the weekend! I hear its not hard, Ill take my time.

SD 05 STi · 06-27-2007, 10:02 AM

i ended up buying longer bolts for the spring/bolt combo. worked like a charm.

06-26-2007, 07:45 PM	#1
300 Amateur STI Driver Car: 05 Subaru WRX Silver Sti Fav Mod: Losing weight Location: SoCal Posts: 26 Join Date: Jun 2007 Trader Rating: (0)	HKS Hi-power CBE install? I just bought a used (2 months) HKS Hi-power CBE and I need an installation manual. Is there a link some where? Or can someone tell how to install?? Ive looked at the HKS site but couldnt find any. Im new and still learning. Thanks in advance This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.

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will12345 STI Driver Car: 04 subaru sti Fav Mod: 35r turbo kit Location: sunny san diego Posts: 294 Join Date: Apr 2007 Trader Rating: (1)	Re: HKS Hi-power CBE install? all you do is undo the 2 bolts on the end of the downpipe, unhook all the rubber hangers, spray some wd40 in there if you need to, then put the hks midpipe on the end of the downpipe, put that one hanger on it, then put the hks axle back onto that and put the 3 other hangers on the hks exhaust and youre done

06-26-2007, 09:48 PM	#3
300 Amateur STI Driver Car: 05 Subaru WRX Silver Sti Fav Mod: Losing weight Location: SoCal Posts: 26 Join Date: Jun 2007 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: HKS Hi-power CBE install? Wow...short sweet and simple! me likes...oh wait...can I use the same nuts & bolts? Thanks for the input

06-26-2007, 10:47 PM	#4
will12345 STI Driver Car: 04 subaru sti Fav Mod: 35r turbo kit Location: sunny san diego Posts: 294 Join Date: Apr 2007 Trader Rating: (1)	Re: HKS Hi-power CBE install? yes you have to use the front two spring bolts but the rear you should use new hardware and a 3 inch gasket

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*reeksti* Friendlys Suby Car: 06 CGM/Emotions Fav Mod: M&J Modified Location: Bensalem, PA Posts: 7,119 Join Date: Jan 2006 Trader Rating: (9)	Re: HKS Hi-power CBE install? dont use wd40, it will be a mess. I would use windex or any window cleaner for lube.

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cusco Professional STI Racer Car: 2006 Aspen White STi Location: Cackramento, CA Posts: 772 Join Date: Jul 2006 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: HKS Hi-power CBE install? wd-40 are messy? i thought they are pretty good too loosen up the bolts and stuff

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SonicBoom Professional STI Racer Car: WRB 06 WRX STI Fav Mod: Stage 2 Location: Atlanta Posts: 738 Join Date: Aug 2006 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: HKS Hi-power CBE install? If your on the stock DP, your gonna have a hard time compressing the bolt/spring set-up... took 2 people and some creative large plyer work to get the nuts back on. unless you want to just go with-out which is what you'll end up doing when you get an aftermarket DP anyways. As far as gaskets, I just needed one 3" 2 hole gasket for the midpipe/axleback connection.. the stock one worked for the DP/Mid connect.

06-27-2007, 06:26 AM	#9
*chaos311clarity* oMgWTFpewpew Car: 05 CGM STi Fav Mod: grip. Location: Southeastern PA Posts: 5,342 Join Date: Aug 2006 Trader Rating: (7)	Re: HKS Hi-power CBE install? pb Blaster or screwloose is the best penetrating lubricant ive found... either way this is a straight forward install and a good way to start off modding

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06-27-2007, 09:33 AM	#13
300 Amateur STI Driver Car: 05 Subaru WRX Silver Sti Fav Mod: Losing weight Location: SoCal Posts: 26 Join Date: Jun 2007 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: HKS Hi-power CBE install? As far as gaskets go...any suggestions on the brand/type/material?? Ill need to get loc-tite as well for the nuts & bolts. oh another question, do I have/need to disconnect (-) the car battery (reset the ECU) when installing the exhaust?. With all this info in mind Ill be installing over the weekend! I hear its not hard, Ill take my time. Last edited by 300 : 06-27-2007 at 09:47 AM.

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SD 05 STi Spec C Club Car: 05 Subaru WRX STi Fav Mod: Bride Zeta III >=) Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 1,072 Join Date: Jun 2005 Trader Rating: (7)	Re: HKS Hi-power CBE install? i ended up buying longer bolts for the spring/bolt combo. worked like a charm. This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.