Exhaust for VS 356

I am about to pull the trigger on a Vintage Speedster 356 build, and was looking for comment on the wisdom of upgrading to the "A1" ceramic coated/tuned exhaust. I will be new to these special beauties, but understand that this exhaust will produce a deeper sound and add a little bit extra horsey power. This is a single outlet exhaust. Also is there any validity to guarding against exhaust stains on the bumper guards by putting a "tip" on the end, and if so can anyone suggest a product that also adds appeal. Just wondering. Thanks Steve

in case it matters, this exhaust will be married to a 1915cc vw engine..

Steven, I went for the A1 sidewinder a few years back for my 82mm stroker motor, and the product is very well made. Mine is ceramic coated in 1 5/8" tube diameter. It made an immediate difference in the running temps of the motor by lowering the oil temp by 20 degrees. It is important to get the exhaust gases out of the motor in a speedy (pun intended) manner.

The A1 also look real fine from the back of the car. Sweet!! It is a little loud on acceleration with the SS Magnaflow muffler, but I view that as a safety feature. I have seen someone add a short glass pack resonator after the muffler to moderate the sound, if desirable.

Chuck

Steven: old thread with A-1 info:
http://speedsterowners.com/forum/readmsg.asp?t=8782

Steven - Nothing but good can happen for your engine with one of these exhausts. For visual reference, here are pics of the A-1 Performance Sidewinder (non-ceramic) installed on my VS, 1835cc.







...and with chrome tip added...

Made a big difference switching from VS stock tri-mill to the A-1 set-up on my 2006 VS 1915. Money well spent.

I'm finding the CSP Python I have a bit too loud.

Can one of the guys who has fitted a resonator comment on how much it quietens things down? Is it a big difference?

check out my pics and comments on the "Recommended exhaust for Speedster Replica" thread