GC8TK

Hi, im trying my best to get my GC8 back on the road.
Im doing the engine work myself with the help of a very good workshop CD ROM i got
from eBay and a big hammer!!! (ok ...joking about the hammer)
and a very helpful mate in the parts dept of the local dealer.

Got a few questions for the wise.....

Im cutting out my cat and silencers to have straight thru system.
I have all the gear to weld etc and my own workshop.
What grade pipe would you suggest i use for the cat pipe replacement?
Has anyone ever made an exhaust manifold from scratch??
Any tips on what not to do?

What paint would anyone suggest i use to spruce up the engine while its out?
Am painting Block, heads and rockers.

thats it for now,

Thanks all.

jd5217

Good luck with the rebuild.

RedScoob

Why? Even for a competition car, wouldn't it be too loud for events?

I get the impression that the entire exhaust system is designed to optimise flow and reduce back pressure. The curvature, diameter and length of the manifold is pretty critical (but I don't know to what end).

Sorry I can't be more help, hopefully someone will come along who has more expertise.

GC8TK

Not a competition car mate, They wont let me race without a cage....
truth is id beat them all and they know it!! Sod em!! there loss not mine.

I have been looking a manifolds etc but didnt know if someone had made one in favour of buying one.

Cat pipe sorted out.

Thanks anyway.


GC8TK

jd5217

sort a cage and get out there.