Another exhaust question
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Burning Brakes
Joined: Feb 2004
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From: In the Beautiful Shenandoah Valley of VA
Another exhaust question
I'm replacing the complete exhaust on my 1974 LS-4 coupe. Hooker headers have already arrived, courtesy of a forum member. Who do you recommend for a good 2 1/2" system with an H-pipe and reasonable sounding mufflers and why? Standard pipe, aluminized pipe, or stainless? I don't want straight through mufflers, ince as I grow older it seems that I appreciate a good growl but not a loud racket. Using the local pipe benders really isn't an option, as out here in the country, the biggest concern seems to be how cheap it can be done, not whether the quality is there or not.
I've seen systems listed through most of the major vendors, as well as Allen's and a few others. I recognize that I'll likely have to have a shop add the H-pipe, and maybe connect the headers. I'm looking for what others have succesfully used. Thanks! :seeya
Steve
I've seen systems listed through most of the major vendors, as well as Allen's and a few others. I recognize that I'll likely have to have a shop add the H-pipe, and maybe connect the headers. I'm looking for what others have succesfully used. Thanks! :seeya
Steve
Racer
Joined: May 2002
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From: Poughkeepsie New York
Re: Another exhaust question (Steve's74)
On my 79, installed Heddmen headers and Heddmen X-pipe. Got X pipe kit from Summit. Installed Xpipe after crossmember. Had local shop bend a few 2.5 pipes to make it all fit. I am using Flowmaster 50's. Some prefer the 40's, but I didnt want too loud. Happy with the 50's. I use all aluminzied pipe, cost factor. You can do the install yourself....Headers are relatively easy, go from bottom.....I do need to have the exhaust welded, its clamped at moment. Dont know if that will work for you?
