Extractor exhaust

I'm looking for an extractor exhaust that fits nicely under the rear of an older IM.
Suggestions? What have others used? Thanks for any suggestions.

Use the search function on the subject as it has been discussed frequently.
My personal choice was a sidewinder system from A1 exhaust in SoCal.

Here is what Terry is talking about!

I've looked at various posts and didn't see a consensus. Thanks for the input.

Tom - I think there are quite a few SOC'ers that have the A-1 Sidewinder exhaust. Ernie was the one who turned me on to this set-up and I really like the way it looks and sounds.

Tom, FWIW- I have an older IM and I have googled the topic extensively. Like you, I thoroughly searched the SO forum archives as well as other sites.... as I have a stroker (2275) and wished to retain heaterboxes, I was limited to options on account of the 1 1/2" diameter size I needed. I also wanted something that didnt protrude from the rear of the car before making a 175 degree turn back under as one sees on a lot of beetles with strokers.

The best solution I found, (and what I ordered and expect to arrive within a week or so) was the A1 Sidewinder (same version pictured in the posts above).

I'm going with the Hide-Away system on the recommendation of two people. Should be here by next and then I can see how it works. Any suggestions on installation, other than using a lot of rust remover on the bolts?

Tom, if your engine is out of the car it'll be a whole lot smoother to put the exhaust on.
It'll also give you a chance to clean up any unsightly wiring headaches by bundling them so they have connectors on the engine side of the firewall.
Otherwise, if you have access to a lift and can do the job with the car at slightly above shoulder-level, that'd be good. Make sure you have the right gaskets and that you're using the right nuts and bolts.
If the extra time won't kill you, you might want to get your pipes ceramic coated (anywhere between $150 and $300, depending on who/where) before running them on your car.
Nice-looking choice, BTW. I have no experience with hideaways, but it looks like that ought to do the trick.

The Hide-Away is a simple bolt on, there is a supplied hanger strap that is welded to the exhaust, it needs to be bent slightly to reach the 2x2 steel frame work it will be fixed to using a self tapping hex bolt. ~Alan

What Alan said...
I had my concerns about fitting the thing, but it was a "piece o' cake"!

Ernie,

How does the new exaust change the performance and sound. I have the VS 1915 with the standard dual pipes.

Marty

To my mind the powder coating is a MUST. It softens the sound that will emanate from the walls of the pipes themselves (do not discount this source in the noise budget), plus the obvious corrosion protection. Don't leave home w/out it. The sidewinder thing I have is kinda nice about noise. As one stout fellow remarked: "You can actually have a conversation in this car driving down the road." That said, there is music to be heard: partly the carbs and partly the big engine both combine to put out a very authoratative sound from this system when you stomp on it. Conversation is not possible then for a couple of reasons.

PS: I used to have Porsche coupes, and these had Abarth can-style mufflers w/ two pairs of chrome tipped tail pipes whose look and sound will forever be imprinted on this feeble brain as the "look and sound of a Porsche" Recently, I am told that these systems do not let the engine breath as well as it might, and in my case, the large engine in my new Speedster is too big to allow space for this at the rear.

It's all I know.

Here Ya go Marty!!!!
Here's member George Mautner showing his Sidewinder equipped Speedy. As I recall, he runs a 2100 cc motor. A low compression VS 1915 should be a lil' quieter than his (I think).
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XRBEoFSaWzQ

Marty - Here's another short sound clip of the sidewinder on our 1835cc w/dual Kads.

P.S. - don't mind the scary Pineapple Head appearance at the end of the clip!

I love that sound and can't wait to get one...I'm also suddenly hungry for some cottage cheese! :)

~WB

Bill - you're killing me!! Cory must be out fighting fires somewhere otherwise he woulda chimed in!

I see these advertised as ceramic coated. Do you still powder coat this material?


I like the aluminum look or at least a chrome tip comming out the rear.


Marty

Nope, if you go ceramic coated you're done. Just bolt 'er on.

Marty, I've been told that the ceramic coating is a dipping process, whereas the powdercoat only sticks wherever the electrode on the sprayer tip touches. Powder also has to get baked on. I'd suspect that the ceramic inside-outside treatment would have to be better for longevity than an outside coating.

Bill, do you like cottage cheese ON or WITH your pineappleheads?

Marty - I followed Ernie's lead on finding a chrome exhaust tip at the local Pep Boys (or whatever is in your area). After I cut 1" off the exhaust tip (to alleviate dragging on entry/exit of steep driveways) I installed the chrome piece like a sleeve with a set screw over my exhaust. I don't have a very good pic of this but see Ernie's photo file for reference.

Cory - DOH!

Peace - Out!

Do you think I get more clearance for the exit pipes with the honking 17inch tires on my WB? I have not seen enough classic style Speedsters to tell the difference.

Jim, what is DOH? Don't know all the acronyms. Send me a PM if it's PG-13.

Marty G.

Marty, that's the Homer Simpson "DOH!" -- out of context.
Go nuts:
http://www.geocities.com/Hollywood/Academy/2229/homer.html

Correctamundo! Tenjooberrymudds!

Jim:

I followed my nose and found an exhaust tip at my local Package store. In fact, after installing my FREE tips on both sides (which got me started on a pretty good afternoon) I had enough extras to do two more cars, all for FREE, and have an even BETTER afternoon (but after making six tips, I think it would be difficult to drive).

My tips from Carlisle, '06: http://s49.photobucket.com/albums/f254/speedster356/?action=view

Gordo...bad link.

Well, SHOOT!

Darn Microsquash!!

Try this: http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f254/speedster356/mufflertip.jpg

works for me.....

Gordy - it's obvious that your engineering prowess also has a practical side!! LOL

I keep tellin' you guys....

I MARRIED an Engineer so I wouldn't haveta BE one!!

I'm just a humble but lowly Tech ;>)

gn

And I married an Insurance Agent and pay el'cheapo insurance!

Married a beautiful woman who became a Homemaker. What am I trying to say? Oh yeah, my underwear is always clean :)

Clean underwear....just in case you have an accident eh ?

From extracor exhausts to clean underwear. It is the intense, enthusiastic focus of this group that keeps me glued to the computer all night . . . ...

Variety is the spice of life !

and there you go:

Use your extractor exhaust on your underwear to get it cleaner than clean.

'Nuf said.

...you mean, because you exhaust in your underwear you need an extractor (like bleach) to get it clean!

Dang!! I missed a perfect opportunity to use that analogy. Timing is everything.

Lane - it has become evident that our minds travel the same demented path - I LIKE IT!!! BWWAAAAAHAAAAAHAAAAA

Hey Guys...extract this...PHHHFFFFFT (!)

Extractor exhaust .....isn't this the after effect of one too many White Castle burgers?