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digsy Learner Dubber

8 posts · joined Feb 2015 ·

#1020919
Hi Guys,

I'm looking at putting a new exhaust system on my super beetle.

Currently has a hideaway system which is looking rather tired compared to the rest of the car.

Couple of questions, i noticed that the rear apron on my bug does not have cutouts notches for the pea shooters. I thought all super beetles had pea shooters, is my rear apron modified.

Secondly I'd like to get an A1 side-winder system in stainless steel. I'm looking at removing the heat ex-hangers. Can somebody tell me if this is just a direct bolt on.

My bug has a Pobjoy 1640 motor.

Thanks in advance.

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hulbyw Insano Dub Head

819 posts · joined Sep 2009 ·

#1020945
Yep, rear apron is modified. Leave it to others to advise on the A1
Cheers

Craig Torrens 6 times Australian, 7 times State Hillclimb Class Champion

8,040 posts · joined Jan 2003 ·

#1020947
A1 sidewinder will physically fit.....but the primary pipe diameter will be a tad too large for a 1640cc. You may get away with running a 1 1/2" system, but ideally you would probably want a 1 3/8" sized system. I don't think A1 go down that small.

Maybe look at some exhaust options from Vintage speed....


Bizarre Moderator The artist formerly known as blue74l

12,789 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#1021068
Do you have a single carb?
If so, ideally, you want an exhaust that has heat risers that work properly
Futue te ipsum!!!

Craig Torrens 6 times Australian, 7 times State Hillclimb Class Champion

8,040 posts · joined Jan 2003 ·

#1021087
Twin Kadrons Bazza..


digsy Learner Dubber

8 posts · joined Feb 2015 ·

#1021156
I asked Rod Penrose, he says the trimil sidewinder will fit.

I see that Classic vw has a bunch of s/s sidewiders for half the price. I'm guessing its China made.

Craig Torrens 6 times Australian, 7 times State Hillclimb Class Champion

8,040 posts · joined Jan 2003 ·

#1021159
Yep will fit, but the pipe size of 1 5/8" is too large IMO for your motor.


digsy Learner Dubber

8 posts · joined Feb 2015 ·

#1021198
Thanks Craig. So 1 1/2 in will physically bolt on but given the size of the engine you say 1 3/8 will be better.

Craig Torrens 6 times Australian, 7 times State Hillclimb Class Champion

8,040 posts · joined Jan 2003 ·

#1021204
correct.