Manifold problems

[Pobsey]

I have just fitted a miltek manifold (well Miltek tubes and a stock cat) and once the car is up to temperature, there is a strong smell in the car like a hot smell, not burning as such, I have checked the clearance of the manifold against the heatshields and there is at least 15mm at the closest point between the heatshield and the manifold, any ideas what could be the problem?


Thanks


Rob

[Ant FR]

what do you mean milltek tubes and stock cat......?

[Pobsey]

its a miltek manifold, but the cat was dead, so I had the old cat cut off and a stock cat welded in, might not be the best for power, but sounds nice and was dirt cheap

[chrisflyer]

Hi,

When i had my Manifold fittied I was told it might smell for a few days. (bedding In)

[Pobsey]

Quote: Originally Posted by chrisflyer (original)

Hi,

When i had my Manifold fittied I was told it might smell for a few days. (bedding In)

Thanks, not driven the car too much since I fitted it, so this could be the cause,

[MINI-Morgan]

It will stink for a few days.... new metal for you