New Exhaust---FINALLY - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**70C10Toejam** · 05-01-2008, 12:45 AM

Took the truck in to have a new exhaust put on. Finally rid of that leaky rusty pos. 2 1/4 pipes with Thrush mufflers w/ 3" inlet/outlet. A little louder than I was looking for...but I LIKE IT!!!

]\/[ ike · 05-01-2008, 12:54 AM

Looks nice. I am in the market for new exhaust too. Can I ask how much the Thrush mufflers go for? Thanks.

HoupPhotography · 05-01-2008, 01:53 AM

Nice dude. I am getting mine done soon too and I can't wait.
If you don't mind me asking, what did it cost you?

jugernot · 05-01-2008, 02:03 AM

Which muffler are you using? Is it louder because of the mufflers or because of the side exit in front of the rear tires?

chevychase · 05-01-2008, 02:05 AM

Looks nice and well thought out!

72BlckButy · 05-01-2008, 03:17 AM

What headers... 3/4? block?

**jerry moss** · 05-01-2008, 03:17 AM

i've been doing exhaust for over 23 years and my own worst critic but i do our trucks totally different, the mufflers and pipes should be hidden--not visible from the side. it looks nice but hangs way too low, you can go over the trans crossmember with the front pipes tuck the mufflers inside the framerails for a much cleaner look.

JAKES 68GMC · 05-01-2008, 04:18 AM

Looks good though, I was thinking about switching out my Thrush turbos for a pair of Thrush weldeds, but I don't know how much louder theyd be in the cab then the turbos.

**70C10Toejam** · 05-01-2008, 05:37 AM

[\/] ike:

The mufflers -Thrush Welds-were $65 each

Jakes 68GMC:

He let me try the turbos then the welds, and the welds seemed a bit louder, but much lower tone, that was with only the head pipe, but no tail pipe.

72BlckButy:

Good old Rams Horns.

Jugernot:

(Which?, see above)mainly from the mufflers, had a "stock Midas" job before from a PO. More noticeable with it in front of the wheels. And under the cab location. The Welds are copys of the orig. 40 Series, since the pat. lapsed.

Jerry:

I agree, woulda looked cleaner that way, but didn't think about that part that much. Forgot, there was a reason, as it is, it is very easy to remove in one piece. Just drop straight down.

chevychase:

Thanks.

Houp:

Don't know how his price compares, got an estimate and liked his work. Like I said above, he let me hear a couple options( in my price range) before the final instal. Was $380.

72BlckButy · 05-01-2008, 06:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jerry moss

i've been doing exhaust for over 23 years and my own worst critic but i do our trucks totally different, the mufflers and pipes should be hidden--not visible from the side. it looks nice but hangs way too low, you can go over the trans crossmember with the front pipes tuck the mufflers inside the framerails for a much cleaner look.

Jerry... any pics of a setup you've done on a SWB '67-'72 as mentioned above?

HoupPhotography · 05-01-2008, 07:41 AM

Thanks Toejam! Is it a new system from the headers\exhaust manifolds back?

**jerry moss** · 05-01-2008, 04:25 PM

72BlckButy,
i'm not sure when the next 67-72 will be coming in. i did a 74 short stepper yesterday but i never take pics of my work unless it's on some sort of special,rare vehicle. we used to do all the exhaust work for the company that was restoring cars for the Blackhawk Museum which is owned by Ken Behring, the owner of the seattle seahawks ( at least he used to be the owner of both, not sure if he still is or not ). they would bring the cars in on the weekend in a covered carrier and we would unload them behind closed doors so the general public wouldn't bother them with a million questions. i'm supposed to have a 68 coming in pretty soon so i'll try to remember my camera. it'll have duals with 40 series flowmasters and the pipes going through the trailing arm crossmember.

72freak · 05-01-2008, 04:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jerry moss

i've been doing exhaust for over 23 years and my own worst critic but i do our trucks totally different, the mufflers and pipes should be hidden--not visible from the side. it looks nice but hangs way too low, you can go over the trans crossmember with the front pipes tuck the mufflers inside the framerails for a much cleaner look.

Yep..........you should see verry little from the side!!!

JAKES 68GMC · 05-01-2008, 10:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 70C10Toejam

[/] ike:

The mufflers -Thrush Welds-were $65 each.

Wow, really? They're $30 each out of Jegs. The one in, two out for my 96 cost $41 through my local parts store. Maybe I'll switch them out later, I'm still undecided. Thanks for your input though.

Gray Ghost · 05-02-2008, 02:41 AM

I love the sound of Thrush Turbos with a pair of 3" tips on 2 1/4" pipes....I hear them everyday whilst driving my '70.

72BlckButy · 05-02-2008, 04:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jerry moss

... i'm supposed to have a 68 coming in pretty soon so i'll try to remember my camera. it'll have duals with 40 series flowmasters and the pipes going through the trailing arm crossmember.

Would definitely like to see some photos of this setup, if you get a chance when you're installing the exhaust.

**70C10Toejam** · 05-02-2008, 04:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HoupPhotography

Thanks Toejam! Is it a new system from the headersexhaust manifolds back?

All new from manifolds back. Now I just need to replace the manifolds. Had to put a limit somewhere. maybe when I get my state refund.

Jakes 68: Yeah...but then I gotta order, pay shipping (maybe), wait and not sure about this shop actually, but some shops charge to put on outside products. And i had no idea how they acutally sounded until he let me check them out in place.

05-01-2008, 12:45 AM	#1
70C10Toejam Hellasick Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Death Moans, IA Posts: 876	New Exhaust---FINALLY Took the truck in to have a new exhaust put on. Finally rid of that leaky rusty pos. 2 1/4 pipes with Thrush mufflers w/ 3" inlet/outlet. A little louder than I was looking for...but I LIKE IT!!! Attached Images __________________ I keep two MAGNUMS in my desk. One's a gun, and I keep it loaded. The other's a bottle and it keeps ME loaded. I'm Tracer Bullet. (Calvin and Hobbes) This life was a test. It was only a test. If this had been an actual life, you would have received instructions on where to go and what to do. RED meat is not bad for you...FUZZY BLUE/GREEN MEAT is bad for you!!!!!!!!!!!!! BUILT FORD TOUGH WITH CHEVY STUFF--sticker at Goodguys

05-01-2008, 12:54 AM	#2
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05-01-2008, 01:53 AM	#3
HoupPhotography Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Phoenix, Az Posts: 1,204	Re: New Exhaust---FINALLY Nice dude. I am getting mine done soon too and I can't wait. If you don't mind me asking, what did it cost you? __________________ R.I.P. Scott Kalitta

05-01-2008, 02:03 AM	#4
jugernot Life, Be In It..... Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Novato, California Posts: 1,498	Re: New Exhaust---FINALLY Which muffler are you using? Is it louder because of the mufflers or because of the side exit in front of the rear tires? __________________ Project Name: LEMON DROP. Reconstruction started "December 2000". Projected completion date "Who knows" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200082

05-01-2008, 02:05 AM	#5
chevychase Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Boca Raton, FL Posts: 476	Re: New Exhaust---FINALLY Looks nice and well thought out! __________________ Joe

05-01-2008, 03:17 AM	#6
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: New Exhaust---FINALLY What headers... 3/4? block? __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

05-01-2008, 03:17 AM	#7
jerry moss Born Psycho Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: brentwood,cal,usa Posts: 4,898	Re: New Exhaust---FINALLY i've been doing exhaust for over 23 years and my own worst critic but i do our trucks totally different, the mufflers and pipes should be hidden--not visible from the side. it looks nice but hangs way too low, you can go over the trans crossmember with the front pipes tuck the mufflers inside the framerails for a much cleaner look. __________________ jerry moss 72 cheyenne super K20- tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,tow hooks,bumper guards,toolbox,aux. fuel tank,posi front and rear,plus other goodies!!! SOLD 69 suburban K20-tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,4 inch all spring lift,4 speed, 14 bolt full floater, dana 44 HD,warn winch,posi front and rear,tow hooks,plus other goodies. 73/80 chevy/gmc K20 SB400,turbo 400,205,tilt,a-c,gas hog. 77 K/5 cheyenne blazer-daily driver/beater. SON HAS IT NOW BRENTWOOD,CALIFORNIA

05-01-2008, 04:18 AM	#8
JAKES 68GMC Aluminum slot wheels rule... Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Maine Posts: 6,212	Re: New Exhaust---FINALLY Looks good though, I was thinking about switching out my Thrush turbos for a pair of Thrush weldeds, but I don't know how much louder theyd be in the cab then the turbos.

05-01-2008, 05:37 AM	#9
70C10Toejam Hellasick Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Death Moans, IA Posts: 876	Re: New Exhaust---FINALLY [\/] ike: The mufflers -Thrush Welds-were $65 each Jakes 68GMC: He let me try the turbos then the welds, and the welds seemed a bit louder, but much lower tone, that was with only the head pipe, but no tail pipe. 72BlckButy: Good old Rams Horns. Jugernot: (Which?, see above)mainly from the mufflers, had a "stock Midas" job before from a PO. More noticeable with it in front of the wheels. And under the cab location. The Welds are copys of the orig. 40 Series, since the pat. lapsed. Jerry: I agree, woulda looked cleaner that way, but didn't think about that part that much. Forgot, there was a reason, as it is, it is very easy to remove in one piece. Just drop straight down. chevychase: Thanks. Houp: Don't know how his price compares, got an estimate and liked his work. Like I said above, he let me hear a couple options( in my price range) before the final instal. Was $380. __________________ I keep two MAGNUMS in my desk. One's a gun, and I keep it loaded. The other's a bottle and it keeps ME loaded. I'm Tracer Bullet. (Calvin and Hobbes) This life was a test. It was only a test. If this had been an actual life, you would have received instructions on where to go and what to do. RED meat is not bad for you...FUZZY BLUE/GREEN MEAT is bad for you!!!!!!!!!!!!! BUILT FORD TOUGH WITH CHEVY STUFF--sticker at Goodguys Last edited by 70C10Toejam; 05-01-2008 at 06:41 AM. Reason: couple details

05-01-2008, 07:41 AM	#11
HoupPhotography Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Phoenix, Az Posts: 1,204	Re: New Exhaust---FINALLY Thanks Toejam! Is it a new system from the headers\exhaust manifolds back? __________________ R.I.P. Scott Kalitta

05-01-2008, 04:25 PM	#12
jerry moss Born Psycho Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: brentwood,cal,usa Posts: 4,898	Re: New Exhaust---FINALLY 72BlckButy, i'm not sure when the next 67-72 will be coming in. i did a 74 short stepper yesterday but i never take pics of my work unless it's on some sort of special,rare vehicle. we used to do all the exhaust work for the company that was restoring cars for the Blackhawk Museum which is owned by Ken Behring, the owner of the seattle seahawks ( at least he used to be the owner of both, not sure if he still is or not ). they would bring the cars in on the weekend in a covered carrier and we would unload them behind closed doors so the general public wouldn't bother them with a million questions. i'm supposed to have a 68 coming in pretty soon so i'll try to remember my camera. it'll have duals with 40 series flowmasters and the pipes going through the trailing arm crossmember. __________________ jerry moss 72 cheyenne super K20- tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,tow hooks,bumper guards,toolbox,aux. fuel tank,posi front and rear,plus other goodies!!! SOLD 69 suburban K20-tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,4 inch all spring lift,4 speed, 14 bolt full floater, dana 44 HD,warn winch,posi front and rear,tow hooks,plus other goodies. 73/80 chevy/gmc K20 SB400,turbo 400,205,tilt,a-c,gas hog. 77 K/5 cheyenne blazer-daily driver/beater. SON HAS IT NOW BRENTWOOD,CALIFORNIA

05-02-2008, 02:41 AM	#15
Gray Ghost Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Terrell, TX Posts: 1,967	Re: New Exhaust---FINALLY I love the sound of Thrush Turbos with a pair of 3" tips on 2 1/4" pipes....I hear them everyday whilst driving my '70. __________________ Kelly '05 GMC Sierra SLE Z71 Bone stock except for new bed rail caps.



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