I recently picked up a OEM exhaust (thanks Chasmo) to modify with aftermarket mufflers. I have an arc welder coming in a few days for the welding part.

No I don't know how to weld ........yet, I've already told Erin that there will be no beer consumption during the welding process.

Here are a few photos to start.....when I'm done, I'll try to get a how to together for "under the hood".

I've disected the oem muffer. Here are a few pics to start:


Mufflers off


There are three layers of steel which comprise the outer shell. No wonder the thing is so heavy!


The inlet pipe is preforated in the middle section and then lets out into the rearmost (relative to the vehicle) section.

The bulkhead between the two chambers has a few holes also.....


It is a two chamber design, although there are three compartments inside, only two pictured seem to be part of the system.

They weigh a ton!

 

Renting a Mig? If you get stuck give me a PM and I can try to help you through welding.

 

Wild look inside, Jeff. Good going. Stay safe, buddy.

 

 

Hey Jeff, one of my best friend lives right in Uxbridge and he can weld very well... LMK if you need the help.

 

Thanks!! I bought an ARC welder on ebay......Im going to practice on some stock before I do anythin wild......Keeping it in mind though!!

 

Thanks bro! I'm excited to start this project....between dlaio's advice and your friend, it is going to turn out great......

Jeff

 

Stick welding exhaust is a pain in the ass. It can be done with low heat , small rod and alot of practice.

Mig is the perfered choice.

 

Scott!!

Mig=more $ than I wanted to bother with......the arc I picked up uses small rods and has a variable amperage output. And it was inexpensive.

Thanks for mentioning the heat level, I'll make sure it is low.

 

If you ned any pointers let me know .I can stick, Mig and Tig

Good Luck