1971 original exhaust

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Dec 27, 2007 | 11:18 PM

dmayhew

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1971 original exhaust

I will soon be installing a complete set of new 2 1/2" pipes and original style mufflers on a 1971 350ci car.

A local Corvette restoration shop told me that the pipes were not welded at the rear where they connect to the inlet pipe on the mufflers.

I have a restoration guide that says there were welded and no clamps used at that location.

Does anyone know which is correct?

David

Dec 28, 2007 | 09:45 AM

7T1vette

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I believe that they were welded on the input to the mufflers.

Dec 28, 2007 | 11:24 AM

NassyVette

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Originally Posted by 7T1vette

I believe that they were welded on the input to the mufflers.

Mine were (71 LS5), but no clue if that was factory or not.

Dec 28, 2007 | 12:30 PM

TWINRAY

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While not knowing the definative answer, if my back were to the wall I'd guess at welded - as were most cars of that era.

Dec 28, 2007 | 02:10 PM

dmayhew

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Thanks to everyone

Sounds like all advice is pointing toward welded as the restoration guide stated.

My local shop may just be mistaken

Thanks everyone

David

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