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GMC Guy · 12-08-2010, 01:26 AM

i need some pics of how you guys ran your pipes over/under the transmission crossmember. i have long tube headers on my 2wd and they look to come out at a tricky angle towards the crossmember. also any pics of x pipes would be sweet too

notrailerqueens · 12-08-2010, 01:31 AM

im in the process of fabing a new one when i get it done ill post some pics. i had the same problem

GMC Guy · 12-08-2010, 01:41 AM

thanks

notrailerqueens · 12-08-2010, 01:44 AM

no probs. might be a couple days though bear with me.

GMC Guy · 12-08-2010, 01:50 AM

oh i'm in no hurry lol just getting ideas

INSIDIOUS '86 · 12-08-2010, 05:52 AM

I have a 3 in x pipe system from pypes and long tube headers all I did was take a U shaped pipe cut it in the middle and made a _/--- shaped tube kinda like an odd S and it works great otherwise I'm going to drop the trans crossmember and either make it hollow or notch it to match the other side I can take pics if you like
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gchemist · 12-08-2010, 06:12 AM

I had this custom crossmember made for my truck.

motornut · 12-08-2010, 08:16 AM

was told it did have headers before
but this was on it when i bought it about 2months ago

GMC Guy · 12-08-2010, 04:43 PM

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Originally Posted by INSIDIOUS '86

I have a 3 in x pipe system from pypes and long tube headers all I did was take a U shaped pipe cut it in the middle and made a _/--- shaped tube kinda like an odd S and it works great otherwise I'm going to drop the trans crossmember and either make it hollow or notch it to match the other side I can take pics if you like
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do you have any pics of your system?

Prerunner1982 · 12-08-2010, 05:06 PM

On my 82 with 3" duals, one pipe went over the cross member and the other went pretty much straight under it. It wasn't real bad... but again I wasn't real concerned with looks though it did come off a "show" truck... sorry no pics.

GMC Guy · 12-08-2010, 09:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Prerunner1982

On my 82 with 3" duals, one pipe went over the cross member and the other went pretty much straight under it. It wasn't real bad... but again I wasn't real concerned with looks though it did come off a "show" truck... sorry no pics.

that's what i'm thinking i'll have to do, one pipe over and the other under the crossmember. just as long as the pipes aren't touching anything lol that's what i'm fighting with right now...

Justins76 · 12-08-2010, 10:13 PM

Mine with hedder long tubes.

baclay9 · 12-08-2010, 10:14 PM

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Originally Posted by GMC Guy

that's what i'm thinking i'll have to do, one pipe over and the other under the crossmember. just as long as the pipes aren't touching anything lol that's what i'm fighting with right now...

I am building a new crossmember out of 2x3 tubing so I can run both pipes above it. The over/under thing drives me crazy.

bucannon · 12-08-2010, 10:31 PM

Heres what i did with full length headers

INSIDIOUS '86 · 12-09-2010, 12:34 AM

I will post close up pics tomorrow of my x pipe system with the pipe bent up over the crossmember
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GMC Guy · 12-09-2010, 12:41 AM

thanks guys, i love seeing pics

Justin, is that an aftermarket crossmember?
mine looks like bucannon's

Justins76 · 12-09-2010, 11:39 PM

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Originally Posted by GMC Guy

thanks guys, i love seeing pics

Justin, is that an aftermarket crossmember?
mine looks like bucannon's

Mine is the stock early style.

TheWhiteElephant · 12-09-2010, 11:59 PM

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Originally Posted by motornut

was told it did have headers before
but this was on it when i bought it about 2months ago

Question for you--how in the heck do you have access to your starter? I'd like a similar set-up but just can't see how the starter fits through there with the pipe in the way.

Slonaker · 12-10-2010, 02:07 AM

Maybe try an older double hump crossmember? That's what i have for mine. It will go on when I re-do the exhaust. It was $15 from a junkyard. I got it off an old Big10 or Heavy Half.

Slonaker

motornut · 12-10-2010, 02:13 AM

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Originally Posted by TheWhiteElephant

Question for you--how in the heck do you have access to your starter? I'd like a similar set-up but just can't see how the starter fits through there with the pipe in the way.

It "just" fits/slids out...manifolds not headers
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GMC Guy · 12-10-2010, 03:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Slonaker

Maybe try an older double hump crossmember? That's what i have for mine. It will go on when I re-do the exhaust. It was $15 from a junkyard. I got it off an old Big10 or Heavy Half.

Slonaker

that's what i'm thinking...willl it bolt right up? and will it fit with a 700r4 which i plan to swap in the near future

Prerunner1982 · 12-10-2010, 09:50 AM

Even with long tube headers the starter just barely slid out. I have heard of some people having to unbolt the headers from the engine to get enough room. I did not have a problem though. Just had to move it around a bit until it was in the right position.

THE "10" SILVERADO · 12-10-2010, 09:56 AM

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Originally Posted by GMC Guy

that's what i'm thinking...willl it bolt right up? and will it fit with a 700r4 which i plan to swap in the near future

that's my same question....if so...I'll be going to find one...

Justins76 · 12-10-2010, 12:15 PM

It will fit on the 700r4 but you have to drill holes in the frame because the crossmember sits farther back with a 700r4 compared to the stock th350.

motornut · 12-10-2010, 12:49 PM

thought i'd have a better pic but this is it

12-08-2010, 01:26 AM	#1
GMC Guy Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Sparks, NV Posts: 913	Exhaust routing pics i need some pics of how you guys ran your pipes over/under the transmission crossmember. i have long tube headers on my 2wd and they look to come out at a tricky angle towards the crossmember. also any pics of x pipes would be sweet too __________________ Greg 1974 GMC 1/2 Ton SWB Fleetside L33 5.3/4l65e .................__ ............._____l __\__ ..............l_(O)_ l___(O)]

12-08-2010, 01:31 AM	#2
notrailerqueens Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Spring, TX Posts: 233	Re: Exhaust routing pics im in the process of fabing a new one when i get it done ill post some pics. i had the same problem __________________ Lindsey Rae 85' chevy long box, built by a girl! My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=429956

12-08-2010, 01:41 AM	#3
GMC Guy Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Sparks, NV Posts: 913	Re: Exhaust routing pics thanks __________________ Greg 1974 GMC 1/2 Ton SWB Fleetside L33 5.3/4l65e .................__ ............._____l __\__ ..............l_(O)_ l___(O)]

12-08-2010, 01:44 AM	#4
notrailerqueens Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Spring, TX Posts: 233	Re: Exhaust routing pics no probs. might be a couple days though bear with me. __________________ Lindsey Rae 85' chevy long box, built by a girl! My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=429956

12-08-2010, 01:50 AM	#5
GMC Guy Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Sparks, NV Posts: 913	Re: Exhaust routing pics oh i'm in no hurry lol just getting ideas __________________ Greg 1974 GMC 1/2 Ton SWB Fleetside L33 5.3/4l65e .................__ ............._____l __\__ ..............l_(O)_ l___(O)]

12-08-2010, 05:52 AM	#6
INSIDIOUS '86 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: washington Posts: 4,178	Re: Exhaust routing pics I have a 3 in x pipe system from pypes and long tube headers all I did was take a U shaped pipe cut it in the middle and made a _/--- shaped tube kinda like an odd S and it works great otherwise I'm going to drop the trans crossmember and either make it hollow or notch it to match the other side I can take pics if you like Posted via Mobile Device

12-08-2010, 06:12 AM	#7
gchemist BAD BOW-Silverado XST Join Date: May 2000 Location: Senior Member from Austin, TX Posts: 6,431	Re: Exhaust routing pics I had this custom crossmember made for my truck. __________________ Gerardo a.k.a. Mad Chemist Silverado XST videos

12-08-2010, 08:16 AM	#8
motornut 78K & 79C Jimmys Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Ottawa Ont CANADA Posts: 7,901	Re: Exhaust routing pics was told it did have headers before but this was on it when i bought it about 2months ago Attached Images __________________ John 1978 GMCJimmy4X4-350/203 1979 GMCJimmy4X2-305/350

12-08-2010, 05:06 PM	#10
Prerunner1982 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Edmond, OK Posts: 5,904	Re: Exhaust routing pics On my 82 with 3" duals, one pipe went over the cross member and the other went pretty much straight under it. It wasn't real bad... but again I wasn't real concerned with looks though it did come off a "show" truck... sorry no pics. __________________ Jon 1982 Chevy Silverado 350/th350.... RETIRED 1993 Jeep XJ 2 door(Cherokee) 4wd 4.0ltr/AX-15 (5spd)/NP231 .... Oklahoma Roll Call

12-08-2010, 10:13 PM	#12
Justins76 OutOfMyMind & I'llNeverKnowWhy Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Another world, some other time Posts: 672	Re: Exhaust routing pics Mine with hedder long tubes. Attached Images __________________ -Justin-Out of my mind and I'll never know why 1976 Chevrolet Silverado C10 350 4bbl / TH350 Big10 longbed 1986 Pontiac Firebird T-Top 5.0L TPI 700R4 WS6 1992 Pontiac Firebird T-Top 5.0L TBI 700R4 My cardomain page I don't like to save, it's more fun to spend!!

12-08-2010, 10:31 PM	#14
bucannon Salty Sailor Join Date: May 2009 Location: Savannah, Ga Posts: 603	Re: Exhaust routing pics Heres what i did with full length headers __________________ 86 c-10 Custom Deluxe Savannah, Georgia

12-09-2010, 12:34 AM	#15
INSIDIOUS '86 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: washington Posts: 4,178	Re: Exhaust routing pics I will post close up pics tomorrow of my x pipe system with the pipe bent up over the crossmember Posted via Mobile Device

12-09-2010, 12:41 AM	#16
GMC Guy Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Sparks, NV Posts: 913	Re: Exhaust routing pics thanks guys, i love seeing pics Justin, is that an aftermarket crossmember? mine looks like bucannon's __________________ Greg 1974 GMC 1/2 Ton SWB Fleetside L33 5.3/4l65e .................__ ............._____l __\__ ..............l_(O)_ l___(O)] Last edited by GMC Guy; 12-09-2010 at 12:43 AM.

12-10-2010, 02:07 AM	#19
Slonaker Insert Witty Text Here Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 3,415	Re: Exhaust routing pics Maybe try an older double hump crossmember? That's what i have for mine. It will go on when I re-do the exhaust. It was $15 from a junkyard. I got it off an old Big10 or Heavy Half. Slonaker __________________ '86 Chevy C10 (Sold 04/19/13 ) Stock '01 Silverado

12-10-2010, 09:50 AM	#22
Prerunner1982 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Edmond, OK Posts: 5,904	Re: Exhaust routing pics Even with long tube headers the starter just barely slid out. I have heard of some people having to unbolt the headers from the engine to get enough room. I did not have a problem though. Just had to move it around a bit until it was in the right position. __________________ Jon 1982 Chevy Silverado 350/th350.... RETIRED 1993 Jeep XJ 2 door(Cherokee) 4wd 4.0ltr/AX-15 (5spd)/NP231 .... Oklahoma Roll Call



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12-10-2010, 12:15 PM	#24
Justins76 OutOfMyMind & I'llNeverKnowWhy Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Another world, some other time Posts: 672	Re: Exhaust routing pics It will fit on the 700r4 but you have to drill holes in the frame because the crossmember sits farther back with a 700r4 compared to the stock th350. __________________ -Justin-Out of my mind and I'll never know why 1976 Chevrolet Silverado C10 350 4bbl / TH350 Big10 longbed 1986 Pontiac Firebird T-Top 5.0L TPI 700R4 WS6 1992 Pontiac Firebird T-Top 5.0L TBI 700R4 My cardomain page I don't like to save, it's more fun to spend!!

12-10-2010, 12:49 PM	#25
motornut 78K & 79C Jimmys Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Ottawa Ont CANADA Posts: 7,901	Re: Exhaust routing pics thought i'd have a better pic but this is it Attached Images __________________ John 1978 GMCJimmy4X4-350/203 1979 GMCJimmy4X2-305/350

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