LEFT: For clearance, the rear sway bar must be swung down out of the way. Remove the two clamp bolts (each a different size) on each side, then remove the clamps to allow the bar to be lowered.

BELOW LEFT: Use a 13mm deep socket on an extension to remove the pair of hanger bolts at each muffler.

automatic transmission, like Todd’s, provide a challenge when removing the passenger side factory muffler assembly. While the driver’s side almost falls out (as do both sides on manual trans cars), the connector pipe on the passenger side is a tight fit between the trans case and the floorpan. The trick is to lower the muffler as much as possible while maneuvering the pipe out. The one-piece assembly can be cut, of course, but Rich prefers to keep the factory system intact in case