Headers / Exhaust Pipes

1 While the body was in place we measured for our 3 inch tube exhaust system to be sure of clearance. With our chosen 502 big block we need to build our headers with one and 7/8 inch primary tubes at an equal length of 34 inches long on each cylinder for maximum power and driveability.  We began with 16 gauge u-bends and meticulously cut and tack weld together each tube in order to tuck the headers in while allowing clearance of components and still keeping each tube 34 inches long! The end result shows a tuned header custom fit for our Trick Wood application. We were sure to tuck the collector end of the tubes between the frame rails and transmission. Notice we also installed a reinforcement plate between the frame rail drops and crossover trans tubing. The 2.5 inch hole cut out in the reinforcement plate will allow us to install the front tube of our safety roll cage at a later date.
2 On the opposite side we built the header much the same with only a few changes to clear specific components and of course keeping the 34 inch length of each tube.
3 The rear pan hard bar which stabilizes the 4 link suspension from moving side to side was custom bent in chrome moly to allow our 3 inch exhaust tubes to clear over the rear axle and still remain strong to do its job!
4 In the same fashion Doc cut 3 inch U-bends by changing the clock position to his exact measurements. As seen he is adjusting them before tack welding in place.
5 Notice the angle iron tack welded to the fab table as a jig to make the giant exhaust conform to our desires!
6 We take a look at the rear section as the exhaust tubes clear the Ford 9 inch rear end precisely as measured. Note the plywood jigs to hold the massive tubes steady in place during muffler fit and as designed they clear the panhard bar right on the money.