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bigbadchev72 · 10-31-2007, 12:36 AM

so what is the suggested route of exit on the tailpipes? I am not wanting to get fumed out when I get 3" flowmasters installed, My old 84 stunk bad on the inside, Im not wanting to go through that again

bouncytruck · 10-31-2007, 01:19 AM

Most run them out the side so fumes don't come in the rear hatch. Mine are tucked up under the truck and turn down toward the sides right behind the rear wheel. I don't notice any issues with fumes in the truck, even with the soft top on.

bigbadchev72 · 10-31-2007, 01:24 AM

pics?

EAST SIDE LOW LIFE · 10-31-2007, 02:00 AM

Exhausting. Weld all areas where pipes are joined. Then exit the tail pipes where the exhaust fumes cannot find a way to enter the cab or damage paint. I like the looks of straight out the back, the old hot rod way.

esll.

bigbadchev72 · 10-31-2007, 02:21 AM

out the back is great for a truck, not so great for blazers

EAST SIDE LOW LIFE · 10-31-2007, 02:31 AM

Opps didn't notice that you had a blazer. How about just behind the rear tires ....

esll.

vtblazer · 10-31-2007, 04:17 AM

Out the sides, behind the rear tires is your best bet.

Having a good seal on the bottom of the tail gate and hatch will make all the difference also.

k5hart · 10-31-2007, 11:33 AM

I just replaced mine and love the way it came out. It comes out behind the rear tires. It's almost totally hidden. No problem with fumes at all.

herb101 · 10-31-2007, 01:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigbadchev72

out the back is great for a truck, not so great for blazers

Hmm...maybe that's why I always get a little loopy when I drive the Incredible Bulk

Herb

crzngmychvy · 10-31-2007, 01:30 PM

Hey there k5hart, that is a sweet blazer. In don't think I've seen it around here. Any more pics?

LUV2XCLR8 · 10-31-2007, 03:01 PM

"GQ" turns out in FRONT of the tires. Pic's in my "Merlot" siggy link (Page 13-15 I think)

bouncytruck · 10-31-2007, 03:18 PM

Here's mine...

Blazester · 10-31-2007, 09:08 PM

I recently changed the exit tips from side to rear ....AND YES THE FUMES ARE AN ISSUE !!!!

I love the look of the rear exit tips but if I were to change them again I would go back to side exit tips !!!
I have sealed up the tailgate pretty tight but still get some fumes.
Its not fun to end the day of cruisin around with a splittin' headache

I'm NOT looking forward to how it will be with the full-size hardtop back on it for the fall/winter !!
Blazester Dave

westbrookw · 10-31-2007, 09:18 PM

tuck and hide

**truckster** · 11-01-2007, 05:51 AM

Definitely sides behind the wheels. It helps with fumes and it will also help protect your exhaust tips if you're off road.

k5hart · 11-01-2007, 09:29 AM

Thanks crzngmychvy. I'll start another thread and post some pics. Don't want to hijack this one.

Burt4x4 · 11-01-2007, 09:54 AM

before this I had turndowns right off the muffs, don't doit, makes WAY too much dust during the summer

your buddies will hate to follow you on the trail...

mister.freeze · 11-02-2007, 10:40 PM

The Fox exits out the sides in FRONT of the rear tires. No fumes, and great for smoking out the guys in rice-burners or the drive-thru

Green Monster · 11-03-2007, 05:48 PM

My exhaust is kinda funky. I bought it like this, but the tips stop well short so the tires don't fling stuff on them. I don't notice the exhaust fumes. Maybe I should say, I don't mind the exhaust fumes.

bigbadchev72 · 01-28-2008, 02:20 AM

well im a couple months late posting pics, but here is what i got for an early xmas present, 2.5" duals with crossover into 3" flowmasters

**jaros44sr** · 01-28-2008, 02:33 AM

Is that a prebent exhaust kit from the mufflers back. Looks good...any pics. of it going around the gas tank?

Need Help...

Charlie Huntington · 03-18-2008, 02:50 AM

I originally wanted to exit out the back on my 72 Blazer but this thread convinced me otherwise. I bought the LMC turbo complete exhaust and I am very happy with it!

**jaros44sr** · 03-18-2008, 05:12 AM

got pics.pls., going tobe finishing up mine, didn't know what kit to buy

10-31-2007, 12:36 AM	#1
bigbadchev72 People know me Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hermiston, oregon Posts: 840	exaust exit? so what is the suggested route of exit on the tailpipes? I am not wanting to get fumed out when I get 3" flowmasters installed, My old 84 stunk bad on the inside, Im not wanting to go through that again __________________ 1972 k/5 blazer CST 4X4 Crate 350, th350/205, dana44with trac-loc/14 bolt with detroit locker, 4 wheel discs 4.56s, 8" suspension lift using 73-87springs, 1" zerorate custom front crossmember, HAD CV drivelines and driveshaft e-brake, full cage, PRP seats, Full autometer gauges, 38x14.5x16 Toyo M/Ts, 16x10 Polished aluminum rockcrusher wheels 1967 longbox 4x4, Strong 400/400/208, 44/12bolt 4.10s, 6" lift, 35" Toyo M/Ts on corvette rally wheels

10-31-2007, 01:19 AM	#2
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	Re: exaust exit? Most run them out the side so fumes don't come in the rear hatch. Mine are tucked up under the truck and turn down toward the sides right behind the rear wheel. I don't notice any issues with fumes in the truck, even with the soft top on. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

10-31-2007, 01:24 AM	#3
bigbadchev72 People know me Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hermiston, oregon Posts: 840	Re: exaust exit? pics? __________________ 1972 k/5 blazer CST 4X4 Crate 350, th350/205, dana44with trac-loc/14 bolt with detroit locker, 4 wheel discs 4.56s, 8" suspension lift using 73-87springs, 1" zerorate custom front crossmember, HAD CV drivelines and driveshaft e-brake, full cage, PRP seats, Full autometer gauges, 38x14.5x16 Toyo M/Ts, 16x10 Polished aluminum rockcrusher wheels 1967 longbox 4x4, Strong 400/400/208, 44/12bolt 4.10s, 6" lift, 35" Toyo M/Ts on corvette rally wheels

10-31-2007, 02:00 AM	#4
EAST SIDE LOW LIFE Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: VANCOUVER ISLAND, B.C., Canada Posts: 1,602	Re: exaust exit? Exhausting. Weld all areas where pipes are joined. Then exit the tail pipes where the exhaust fumes cannot find a way to enter the cab or damage paint. I like the looks of straight out the back, the old hot rod way. esll. Attached Images __________________ Tomorrow is for doing today's stuff. ************************************* This truck has just the right amount of energy for me! Author: Warren Lake .... (member) Last edited by EAST SIDE LOW LIFE; 10-31-2007 at 02:01 AM.

10-31-2007, 02:21 AM	#5
bigbadchev72 People know me Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hermiston, oregon Posts: 840	Re: exaust exit? out the back is great for a truck, not so great for blazers __________________ 1972 k/5 blazer CST 4X4 Crate 350, th350/205, dana44with trac-loc/14 bolt with detroit locker, 4 wheel discs 4.56s, 8" suspension lift using 73-87springs, 1" zerorate custom front crossmember, HAD CV drivelines and driveshaft e-brake, full cage, PRP seats, Full autometer gauges, 38x14.5x16 Toyo M/Ts, 16x10 Polished aluminum rockcrusher wheels 1967 longbox 4x4, Strong 400/400/208, 44/12bolt 4.10s, 6" lift, 35" Toyo M/Ts on corvette rally wheels

10-31-2007, 02:31 AM	#6
EAST SIDE LOW LIFE Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: VANCOUVER ISLAND, B.C., Canada Posts: 1,602	Re: exaust exit? Opps didn't notice that you had a blazer. How about just behind the rear tires .... esll. __________________ Tomorrow is for doing today's stuff. ************************************* This truck has just the right amount of energy for me! Author: Warren Lake .... (member)

10-31-2007, 04:17 AM	#7
vtblazer Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Central Vermont Posts: 8,537	Re: exaust exit? Out the sides, behind the rear tires is your best bet. Having a good seal on the bottom of the tail gate and hatch will make all the difference also. Attached Images Last edited by vtblazer; 10-31-2007 at 02:43 PM.

10-31-2007, 11:33 AM	#8
k5hart Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Charleston, South Carolina Posts: 1,370	Re: exaust exit? I just replaced mine and love the way it came out. It comes out behind the rear tires. It's almost totally hidden. No problem with fumes at all. Attached Images __________________ 2006 Silverado CCSB, 1939 Ford Sedan, 1962 BelAir Wagon, 1976 Vega Panel Charleston, South Carolina

10-31-2007, 01:30 PM	#10
crzngmychvy "1972 C5" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: SoCal Posts: 729	Re: exaust exit? Hey there k5hart, that is a sweet blazer. In don't think I've seen it around here. Any more pics? __________________ - 72 2wd Blazer ...sold... 2wd Blazer Page

10-31-2007, 03:01 PM	#11
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,468	Re: exaust exit? "GQ" turns out in FRONT of the tires. Pic's in my "Merlot" siggy link (Page 13-15 I think) __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T Last edited by LUV2XCLR8; 10-31-2007 at 03:02 PM.

10-31-2007, 03:18 PM	#12
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	Re: exaust exit? Here's mine... Attached Images __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

10-31-2007, 09:08 PM	#13
Blazester Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Duluth, GA Posts: 51	Re: exaust exit? I recently changed the exit tips from side to rear ....AND YES THE FUMES ARE AN ISSUE !!!! I love the look of the rear exit tips but if I were to change them again I would go back to side exit tips !!! I have sealed up the tailgate pretty tight but still get some fumes. Its not fun to end the day of cruisin around with a splittin' headache I'm NOT looking forward to how it will be with the full-size hardtop back on it for the fall/winter !! Blazester Dave Attached Images

10-31-2007, 09:18 PM	#14
westbrookw LET'S GO...MOUNTAINEERS Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Williamstown, WV Posts: 339	Re: exaust exit? tuck and hide Attached Images

11-01-2007, 05:51 AM	#15
truckster Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Orem, Utah Posts: 7,976	Re: exaust exit? Definitely sides behind the wheels. It helps with fumes and it will also help protect your exhaust tips if you're off road.

11-01-2007, 09:29 AM	#16
k5hart Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Charleston, South Carolina Posts: 1,370	Re: exaust exit? Thanks crzngmychvy. I'll start another thread and post some pics. Don't want to hijack this one. __________________ 2006 Silverado CCSB, 1939 Ford Sedan, 1962 BelAir Wagon, 1976 Vega Panel Charleston, South Carolina



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11-01-2007, 09:54 AM	#17
Burt4x4 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 1,842	Re: exaust exit? before this I had turndowns right off the muffs, don't doit, makes WAY too much dust during the summer your buddies will hate to follow you on the trail... __________________ 1972 K5 MPFI454/Sm465/Np205/D60/14FFd/Re-Centerd H1s w/Swamper Iroks

11-02-2007, 10:40 PM	#18
mister.freeze Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 733	Re: exaust exit? The Fox exits out the sides in FRONT of the rear tires. No fumes, and great for smoking out the guys in rice-burners or the drive-thru __________________ '72 K5, known as 'the Fox.' Last edited by mister.freeze; 11-03-2007 at 05:56 PM.

11-03-2007, 05:48 PM	#19
Green Monster Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Malvern, PA Posts: 951	Re: exaust exit? My exhaust is kinda funky. I bought it like this, but the tips stop well short so the tires don't fling stuff on them. I don't notice the exhaust fumes. Maybe I should say, I don't mind the exhaust fumes. __________________ Photo Gallery of 1972 K/5 Blazer CST Last edited by Green Monster; 11-03-2007 at 05:49 PM.

01-28-2008, 02:20 AM	#20
bigbadchev72 People know me Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hermiston, oregon Posts: 840	Re: exaust exit? well im a couple months late posting pics, but here is what i got for an early xmas present, 2.5" duals with crossover into 3" flowmasters __________________ 1972 k/5 blazer CST 4X4 Crate 350, th350/205, dana44with trac-loc/14 bolt with detroit locker, 4 wheel discs 4.56s, 8" suspension lift using 73-87springs, 1" zerorate custom front crossmember, HAD CV drivelines and driveshaft e-brake, full cage, PRP seats, Full autometer gauges, 38x14.5x16 Toyo M/Ts, 16x10 Polished aluminum rockcrusher wheels 1967 longbox 4x4, Strong 400/400/208, 44/12bolt 4.10s, 6" lift, 35" Toyo M/Ts on corvette rally wheels

01-28-2008, 02:33 AM	#21
jaros44sr Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia, Pa. 19454 Posts: 9,761	Re: exaust exit? Is that a prebent exhaust kit from the mufflers back. Looks good...any pics. of it going around the gas tank? Need Help... __________________ Semper Fi...Uncle Sam, you da man All parts offered to help are free, unless otherwise noted Dont try this stuff in my build thread, unless you have 55 years of mechanical OTJ training SAFETY FIRST AS usual, off topic They say your mind goes second, can't remember the first Jim Last edited by jaros44sr; 01-28-2008 at 02:38 AM.

03-18-2008, 02:50 AM	#22
Charlie Huntington Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Newcastle, ME Posts: 26	Re: exaust exit? I originally wanted to exit out the back on my 72 Blazer but this thread convinced me otherwise. I bought the LMC turbo complete exhaust and I am very happy with it!

03-18-2008, 05:12 AM	#23
jaros44sr Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia, Pa. 19454 Posts: 9,761	Re: exaust exit? got pics.pls., going tobe finishing up mine, didn't know what kit to buy __________________ Semper Fi...Uncle Sam, you da man All parts offered to help are free, unless otherwise noted Dont try this stuff in my build thread, unless you have 55 years of mechanical OTJ training SAFETY FIRST AS usual, off topic They say your mind goes second, can't remember the first Jim

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