does the efini y-pipe + cross over pipe fit with the air pump assy in place??

since there's a flange on the efini y-pipe, it might not fit w/ the air pump in place anyone know?

 

it will fit, it's just a bitch getting in. eiter take out the airpump, or struggle with it.

this is how i managed to squeeze one in. first you need to completly remove the bolts and studs. yes mazda has done it again, wonderfully incorperating a set of studs to lock the old y pipe in place. once you remove those completly, it goes much easier. then all you need to do is some wiggiling and shaking. perhaps a bit of pounding as well.

btw, remove your strut tower brace before attempting. trust me it does't work with one in place lol.