pup

hey guys....i just put on an exhaust. i never really paid real close attention(to actually how hot it got) but i noticed that it got really hot.....i know these cars run really hot....im just making sure for peace of mind........one more thing.....is there supposed to be a gasket between the cat and the pipe it connects to?

thanks again(please dont flame me).....i heart *****

SayNoToPistons

iTrader: (8)

Are you serious? ... Yes.

pup

yes im serious.....i wouldnt be asking if i wasnt......i know the rotary gets real hot(obvious) im just checking about the exhaust,,,,and about the gasket YES im serious or i wouldnt be asking......isnt that what this site is for......im asking cuz i i dont know....if u think im stupid then dont answer me...thats fine.....im sure someone patient and nice will......im not trying to be a jerk but your reply was real assertive to a question man.....im not mad though.....i was just asking

Jon316G

iTrader: (1)

Yes... there is a gasket on both sides of the midpipe/cat.
You can see them in this link towards the bottom of the page:
http://mazdatrix.com/8exhaust.htm

pup

thanks jon for answering my question......really appreciate it

pup

now that i see what it looks like there was one there......the oem one....thankx again

PhillipM

's got burning gasses going through it...

If you watch our car from behind you can see the manifold glowing orange past 9krpm+

pup

sweet i will have to check 4 that