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digsy
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posted on November 12th, 2015 at 09:39 AM |
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Exhaust system for 71 super beetle
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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posted on November 12th, 2015 at 08:57 PM |
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Yep, rear apron is modified. Leave it to others to advise on the A1
Cheers
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posted on November 12th, 2015 at 09:22 PM |
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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....
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posted on November 15th, 2015 at 03:21 PM |
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Or have a look at the new range of exhausts that Rod Penrose has.
I understand that he now has his own range of high quality systems made for him in the USA.
Here's a link:
http://rodpenroseracing.com.au/255-rpr-exhaust-systems
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posted on November 15th, 2015 at 03:56 PM |
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Do you have a single carb?
If so, ideally, you want an exhaust that has heat risers that work properly
Futue te ipsum!!!
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Craig Torrens
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posted on November 15th, 2015 at 07:41 PM |
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Twin Kadrons Bazza..
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posted on November 17th, 2015 at 11:34 AM |
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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.
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posted on November 17th, 2015 at 01:50 PM |
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Yep will fit, but the pipe size of 1 5/8" is too large IMO for your motor.
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posted on November 17th, 2015 at 10:01 PM |
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There's A1 and then there's knockoffs etc. chase quality if you can.
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posted on November 18th, 2015 at 10:17 AM |
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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.
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posted on November 18th, 2015 at 02:54 PM |
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correct.
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