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One of my next problems is the exhaust. I think I would rather have someone else do the y pipe for me, but then I have to bug one of my friends to trailer it there and back for me. So.. I was thinking about just trying to do the exhaust myself. I have access to a great exhaust bender though I have barely used it. So, anyone out there want to weigh in on how hard it is to do the y pipe and the rest of the exhaust?
I have the sanderson headers though and haven't been able to find a crossover that fits them.
Ok, so another problem I have been working on is figuring out what to do with my heater pipes. When the old engine came out, these copper pipes became a casualty. So, I have been trying to figure out what to do to replace them. No luck with Georg, and the dealership said they are not available anymore. The next step was to see if I could have them made. Parker hoses, who usually can save my butt, couldn't help. And after talking to everyone I could think of, no one knew how to put a flare in copper pipe similar to the original.
After scratching my head for awhile I learned that 1/2" copper pipe couplers seemed to be the perfect size. They won't have the flare, but I think the fit is tight enough to work without it. Please let me know if my idea is a stupid one.
Here is what I came up with. It worked well, until I remembered I still didn't have the distributor on yet. Doh
So, one is perfect and I will have to redo one of the pipes.
Nice job man! I am loving your attention to detail. Keep up the solid work.
Looks good, they should hold fine. I'd scuff them up a bit so they're not super smooth and use the best clamps you can get your hands on.
Now that's my kind of thinking. I've used copper plumbing/fittings on other vehicles to replace the chintzy/cheap plastic fittings in the heater hose system that seem to be used so much anymore.
I don't know how much experience you have with sweat fitting copper, but the fittings can be removed. Just use heat to melt the solder, pull the fitting off, then use a wet rag to wipe the solder off the pipe while the solder is still hot. Not only is the offending fitting removed, but the pipe is now tinned for easier future use. It is harder to clean the inside of the fittings, but the same wet rag procedure will clean solder off them also.
Don
It's not difficult. Use a Walker crossover and build the rest of the exhaust back from there. That's the best way to get exactly what you want without spending too much. A flex joint near the middle is a good idea. I don't have a bender, so I bought some mandrel bends and cut/welded them as required.
Hi spotcruiser and thanks for the info. I am going to try calling sanderson and see if they can recommend a pre-made y-pipe. I was wondering what the flex joint is for. Does it help with vibration, or taking it back apart?
thanks,
john