Well, the project has reached the dreaded exhaust-system phase. Starting with X5 manifolds, the stock flanges were cut off each, and then new tubing was used to place the "collectors" in more favorable locations. Since the stock manifolds are double-walled (and split runner), we cut the outer layer, and then welded to the interior tube. By transitioning from 2" to 1.75", we hope to achieve a reverse cone effect by transitioning back to 2" after the flange.
The steering shaft was a significant obstacle on the driver's side, but it was overcome with a few careful bends. Next comes the tail-pipe assembly, with a goal of not breaking the plane of the front sway-bar. We'll see.
-Bruce
The steering shaft was a significant obstacle on the driver's side, but it was overcome with a few careful bends. Next comes the tail-pipe assembly, with a goal of not breaking the plane of the front sway-bar. We'll see.
-Bruce
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