More exhaust manifolds
Scott. I don't remember the exact size of the tube for the manifold bolts. I just took a manifold bolt to Orielly's and asked for a short piece of brake line or trans line that the bolt would fit into. Basically 5/16 ID, if I remember correctly. And yes, I thought about manufacturing the special tight radius bent for the driver's side but after I added all the cost for the tight radius bend J pipe and the cost of the welding and grinding, I didn't think anyone would want to fork out the money. The muffler shops (unless you have a good friend) won't take the time to do a good job (mandrel bends and good clearance) unless you pay them big bucks. The super tight radius 2 1/2" mandrel bend pipe cost about $25-$30. Although the welding doesn't cost much since I do it myself. The main problem is that without the actual car on the lift there's no way I can guarantee that the pipe will clear everything under a particular car. You have to "snake" it past the torsion bar (if you have one) and also "snake" it around the starter area. In my case I also had to clear the 2004R TCI adapter...LOL!! FABO members have different types of K-members, suspensions, motor mounts, etc. This would bring many variables into where and how much bend/clearance you might need on a particular vehicle. If could guarantee it would fit I would do it!! Treblig