Definitely a coincidence. I also like how the exhaust parts usually go out during a cold snap (at least out here) or right in the middle of winter. I took a look again and both the thru bolts and studs look marginal on mine. I can try some PB blaster on them and see. Looks pretty tight to get the cutoff wheel in there even using a Dremel tool though.
I'm not clear on your setup. Do you have an existing aftermarket Bosal y-pipe (front pipe joined to the manifold) that doesn't have the hanger or a new replacement Bosal center pipe you are replacing that doesn't have the hangers? On my '87s center pipe there is a removable hanger at the front ypipe-center pipe joint and a welded bracket on mid-pipe in the center pipe. I took a look at the Bosal center pipe and it is cheaper than the other brands, so I am wondering about the quality.
Let me know how you make out.
I'm not clear on your setup. Do you have an existing aftermarket Bosal y-pipe (front pipe joined to the manifold) that doesn't have the hanger or a new replacement Bosal center pipe you are replacing that doesn't have the hangers? On my '87s center pipe there is a removable hanger at the front ypipe-center pipe joint and a welded bracket on mid-pipe in the center pipe. I took a look at the Bosal center pipe and it is cheaper than the other brands, so I am wondering about the quality.
Let me know how you make out.
