Pre-made exhaust headpipes (downpipes)???

RAMBOW · July 7th, 2009, 10:30 AM

Does anybody still make/sell Pre-made stock exhaust headpipes?
(From the manifolds down & back to the muffs)

Like the parts stores used to sell?

I don't need anything special- but I don't really want to hassle with a muffler shop trying to sell me stuff i don't need- just want some stock pipes to replace my rusty ones.

My mufflers and tailpipes are in great shape, just the head pipes are toast.

Thanks-
Ben

henryk8398 · July 7th, 2009, 10:38 AM

Check this place out:

http://www.gardnerexhaust.com/1966-4...st-system.html

To my knowledge, they make the best repoduction OE exhaust for musclecars.
Not cheap, but I don't see why they wouldn't just sell you the headpipes.

Good luck!

citcapp · July 7th, 2009, 10:47 AM

Rambow,

I can't answer your question but I can give you the name of a Muffler shop they will give you a fair price and not sell you more then you need. They did a great job on my 57 Olds exhaust system

Brody's Mufflers, Brakes and Radiators
18715 Hyw 99
Lynnwood, WA. 98037
425-778-2736

joe_padavano · July 7th, 2009, 11:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RAMBOW

Does anybody still make/sell Pre-made stock exhaust headpipes?
(From the manifolds down & back to the muffs)

Like the parts stores used to sell?

I don't need anything special- but I don't really want to hassle with a muffler shop trying to sell me stuff i don't need- just want some stock pipes to replace my rusty ones.

My mufflers and tailpipes are in great shape, just the head pipes are toast.

Thanks-
Ben

Gardner is the best reproduction if you care about being factory correct. Pypes Exhaust sells Olds-specific head pipe extensions but these are only intended to run from the manifold flanges to their X-pipe exhaust system (which is actually designed to mate to header collectors). The X-pipe is a nice addition, however.

68Tom · July 7th, 2009, 12:41 PM

To add onto what's been said about Gardner, the great thing about the Gardner system is that it requires absolutely no welding, cutting, or bending. They're built EXACT to factory specs. And, they're an excellent company that really cares about the satisfaction of your purchase. Truly a stand-up company.

88 coupe · July 7th, 2009, 01:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RAMBOW

........ I don't need anything special- but I don't really want to hassle with a muffler shop trying to sell me stuff i don't need ........

Try a different muffler shop.

Norm

wmachine · July 7th, 2009, 07:51 PM

Walt Vallelunga waltvallelunga@yahoo.com has front pipes which are 2.25 OD aluminized for $150 plus S&H.
Correct for '66-'67 400s (442s), not sure if they are the same for 330s, you can ask him.

July 7th, 2009, 10:30 AM	#1 (permalink)
RAMBOW Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 111	Pre-made exhaust headpipes (downpipes)??? Does anybody still make/sell Pre-made stock exhaust headpipes? (From the manifolds down & back to the muffs) Like the parts stores used to sell? I don't need anything special- but I don't really want to hassle with a muffler shop trying to sell me stuff i don't need- just want some stock pipes to replace my rusty ones. My mufflers and tailpipes are in great shape, just the head pipes are toast. Thanks- Ben __________________ Ben R. 1966 Cutlass 330/320hp, HD 3spd Vid: My old elcamino gets owned by a Soccer mom in a volvo!

July 7th, 2009, 10:47 AM	#3 (permalink)
citcapp Super Moderator Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 3,445	Rambow, I can't answer your question but I can give you the name of a Muffler shop they will give you a fair price and not sell you more then you need. They did a great job on my 57 Olds exhaust system Brody's Mufflers, Brakes and Radiators 18715 Hyw 99 Lynnwood, WA. 98037 425-778-2736 __________________ Pat 1957 Super 88 with a 455 1948 2dr series 76 with a 455

July 7th, 2009, 12:41 PM	#5 (permalink)
68Tom Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: New York, NY Posts: 835	To add onto what's been said about Gardner, the great thing about the Gardner system is that it requires absolutely no welding, cutting, or bending. They're built EXACT to factory specs. And, they're an excellent company that really cares about the satisfaction of your purchase. Truly a stand-up company. __________________ 1968 Olds 442 Sports Coupe 4-speed/bench seat

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wmachine Trying to remember member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,466	Walt Vallelunga waltvallelunga@yahoo.com has front pipes which are 2.25 OD aluminized for $150 plus S&H. Correct for '66-'67 400s (442s), not sure if they are the same for 330s, you can ask him. __________________ Kurt http://wmachines.shubes.net

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henryk8398 Hangin' out... Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Scottsdale, AZ Posts: 32	Check this place out: http://www.gardnerexhaust.com/1966-4...st-system.html To my knowledge, they make the best repoduction OE exhaust for musclecars. Not cheap, but I don't see why they wouldn't just sell you the headpipes. Good luck!

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