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Date:         Fri, 10 Aug 2001 08:49:01 -0700
Reply-To:     Dana Morphew <kadm@PUGETSOUND.NET>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Dana Morphew <kadm@PUGETSOUND.NET>
Organization: Dana's Mobile Carpet Steam
Subject:      Re: header exhaust CO concerns
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Seems reasonable. I like the idea of a straight tailpipe exhausting to the right side rather than a 90° to the rear. Makes for a quicker exit of the exhaust gases too. Use T304 stainless for longevity in the tire splash zone. -Dana-

> I think this is a valid concern. I would think that if your hatch and > engine cover seals are working properly you reduce the amount of exhaust > gasses seeping into the interior. I also think that this would apply to all > Vanagons, since even the stock exhaust exits to the rear. My current > Dynomax muffler was fitted with an extension that dumps exhaust gasses to > the side of the vehicle just behind the right rear wheel for that very > reason. > > Chris. > '85 Westy > Usual disclaimers apply. > i t warns about > the dangers of getting carbon monoxide in the cab when using non factory > exhaust systems, Basically, the argument is that exhaust systems that > dump exhaust straight out the back rather than out the side, deposit > carbon monoxide into the turbulent air behind the bus, where it is > sucked back in through the engine porthole and other holes and vents. > What do you folks think? Is this a valid theory, or should I just bolt > on my four chrome tipped system and not worry about it? > > Thanks folks, > > Greg, > 82 Vanagon L Westfalia.


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