Belgian1979vette
Well-known member
I'm converting from a 2.25" system to a 3" system and ran into an issue I'm not quite sure how to solve.
The current system is a dual system with the original transmission bracket for a dual exhaust.
I run full length headers, so I need to be able to remove the pipe. This entails making sure I can move the pipe coming off the header and going through the transmission crossmember a little bit back for removal.
In my 2.25" system, I solved that with a 2.25" ID diameter pipe welded at the end of the pipe coming from the header and there were no issues as the 2.25 ID fits through the crossmember just fine.
With a 3" this is a problem. A 3" ID will not pass under the bracket and through the crossmember. Even a 3" OD is hitting the crossmember.
I've been looking at modifying the bracket some (cutting the edges and bending it upward so the pip sits somewhat higher (I still have clearance on the top of the bracket) but on one side the reverse rod seems to be in the way. How did you guys solve this one?
The current system is a dual system with the original transmission bracket for a dual exhaust.
I run full length headers, so I need to be able to remove the pipe. This entails making sure I can move the pipe coming off the header and going through the transmission crossmember a little bit back for removal.
In my 2.25" system, I solved that with a 2.25" ID diameter pipe welded at the end of the pipe coming from the header and there were no issues as the 2.25 ID fits through the crossmember just fine.
With a 3" this is a problem. A 3" ID will not pass under the bracket and through the crossmember. Even a 3" OD is hitting the crossmember.
I've been looking at modifying the bracket some (cutting the edges and bending it upward so the pip sits somewhat higher (I still have clearance on the top of the bracket) but on one side the reverse rod seems to be in the way. How did you guys solve this one?