Interest in stainless steel FJ40 exhaust systems?

[forestderp]

I was on vacation for the past week and a half, now that I am back I will start the process of getting this into a reality.
-Sean

 

[Rainman]

What's the verdict on aluminized steel?

 

[FJ40Jim]

I would agree with this-I used some 304 and 321 SS angle(1/4") on my BBQ grill as the burner heat diffusers--they look like regular rusted steel after about a year-and it doesn't get to near the heat of the exhaust--maybe 404 or 416?

Dangit, now you tell me. I replaced the discontinued "flavorizer bars" in my grill last sunday w/ some mild (304?) SS. Used the grill once and the SS is discolored but not rusted. Hope it lasts a little while.

 

[forestderp]

What's the verdict on aluminized steel?

Aluminized steel is ok, but I don't really like using it all that much. Up here in MN the stuff lasts 3-4 years rusts out really bad in the welded areas.

 

[Rainman]

Aluminized steel is ok, but I don't really like using it all that much. Up here in MN the stuff lasts 3-4 years rusts out really bad in the welded areas.

Would you still create them for us in the south? If so, how much?

 

[maingear]

1980 stainless

 

[ducktapeguy]

Any update on this project?

 

[Rainman]

Too late. I had to pull the trigger on the exhaust. I was I had @forestderp s system though. I just know it would be better.

 

[watrob]

I just finished my 3" 316 SS exhaust on my 40.

 

[forestderp]

Hey guys, I am still planning on building some eventually. But the last couple months have been crazy busy with welding! Just these past two weeks I put in 140 hours on the clock doing field work welding pipe. Hopefully we slow down soon and I can get back to fabricating like I enjoy doing.
-Sean

 

[forestderp]

I tore off my existing exhaust this past week on a trail, so I am ordering tubing this week for the prototype!

 

[fj401978]

Keep us updated, I may want some/all parts. Good luck!

Skip

 

[Crescent Wrench]

Wartrob really good job on that exhaust , I like it!

 

[fj40ingkc]

checking back on this thread from a few years back. Anyone making SS exhaust for later model fj40 to replace OEM in factory shape? looking to connect the factory Cat and Factory Muffler.

thanks -max

 

[youngmanchego]

checking back on this thread from a few years back. Anyone making SS exhaust for later model fj40 to replace OEM in factory shape? looking to connect the factory Cat and Factory Muffler.

thanks -max

It looks like SOR has a full set up for pre 74 FJ40s for about $350 plus shipping. Not sure your year of truck but they may have other options as well. Worth checking them out

 

[Mark Jennings]

I have an SOR down pipe, haven’t installed yet. Here’s what it looks like….. the only thing I didn’t like is, it looks like the flange ring isn’t parallel to the pipe end….. once I get in there and fit it up, I’ll create a post.

 

[mrboatman]

@Mark Jennings check out Builds - Clifford is home again- a 1965 FJ40 FST - https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/clifford-is-home-again-a-1965-fj40-fst.1094984/page-31 @red66toy just went through the SOR exhaust deal. You should be good

 

[red66toy]

I have an SOR down pipe, haven’t installed yet. Here’s what it looks like….. the only thing I didn’t like is, it looks like the flange ring isn’t parallel to the pipe end….. once I get in there and fit it up, I’ll create a post.
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As @mrboatman stated, I had the same initial annoyance. I emailed SOR and they assured me it was on purpose. I fitted it on the truck and it seems to all be sealed and running well.