Re: [DML] Tailpipe inches :)

["DMC Joe" <dmcjoe@xxxx>]

Here are the tail pipe facts. All DeLoreans up to Vin. 7999 (81 model year)
were manufactured with twin 1 3/4" I.D. stainless steel tail pipes. When the
82 model was in the modification stages it was noted that the 1 3/4" pipe
looked puny compared to the high performance looking rear end; i.e. wide low
profile tires and the low wide look of the body.

A request was made to increase the size of the tail pipes to a larger size
but it was realized that re tooling at the exhaust system manufacturer to
accommodate these pipes would be costly. A compromise was made by attaching
an additional length of stainless steel pipe which was 2 3/4" I.D. with a
tapered end to compliment the side view and reduce "steep driveway" damage.


DMC Joe / De Lorean Services / <dmcjoe@xxxx>
Web Site: <www.deloreanservices.com>
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----- Original Message -----
From: <scottmueller@xxxx>
To: <dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Tuesday, April 18, 2000 1:08 PM
Subject: Re: [DML] Tailpipe inches :)


> Stian,
> I own an 1981. The stock exhaust has round stainless steel tubing without
any additional
> tips welded on. I like this set up because it never rusts and you can
easily shine them
> up with a scotch-brite pad.
>
> Scott Mueller
> 1981, #2981
>
>
> > tailpipes, then welded bigger ones as a replacement. Of course those
were
> > made of regular iron and have rusted bad. In other words I need a new
> > exhaust system. However, I like the chrome tips that are on,
> > Thanks!
> > Stian Birkeland
> > NORWAY