Re: Exhaust System Roundup

Posted by 55PackardGuy On 2009/11/10 22:54:28

Very helpful discussion. Thanks all.

I think as far as fabricating caveats and tips, Packard V8 covered the ground very well. Good practical tips, and a good description of the system itself. I did not know it was that snaky. Never got a good look at one, or did any exhaust work myself, except coat-hanger-and-tin-can stuff when I was a youngster.

The sources are greatly appreciated, too. I imagine NOS parts are getting very rare. I think my dad got some parts from SASCO back in the day. I had no idea that hangers were that big of an issue. Apparently neither do muffler shops!

Can someone comment on the mufflers and resonators themselves? What kind of combinations make the kind of sound you like, and let the engine perform at its best?

Any off-the shelf mufflers and resonators recommended?

The pros and cons of the single versus the dual systems, and what kind of parts are needed for each would help complete the picture. Also, whether the '55s differ at all from the '56. I would assume not, but then I ought not to assume anything.

For anyone acquiring a V8 Packard, I would think this topic would be a primary concern... like if the car's system is no good, how much should the price be adjusted.