Tried to do a temp install of my crossover tie-rod. Seems the taper isn't deep enough. Can't get the castle nut tight enough to install the cotter pin :shaking:

So, anywho, I get it in place and obviously I need a pickup oilpan and also need to modify my exhaust. The exhaust is only 1 1/2" above the tie-rod. With the center dump manifold, looks like it'll have to have 3 bends to clear the tie-rods.
I'm thinking it might be better to use the rear dump manifolds, then i would only need 2 slight bends to get around the tie-rods.

What did the rest of you guys do for the exhaust?

Headers, but that brings a whole new set of problems. Once I get the cut'n turn finished, the exhaust will have to be redone again.

Headers, but that brings a whole new set of problems. Once I get the cut'n turn finished, the exhaust will have to be redone again.

I'm looking for used headers. But I don't think it will solve my problem, only cause new ones as they were not designed around the Dana 60, soa, and a crossover.

Move the axle forward. Better aproach angle and no clearance issues. Problem solved.:flipoff2:

Lift it till everything clears.

straight up thru the hood with those cool little flaps that bounce at idle.

Move the axle forward. Better aproach angle and no clearance issues. Problem solved.:flipoff2:

That will also get all of my links parallel. But not until later in the year..if it happens this year.:homer:

Lift it till everything clears.

And put rollers on the roof for when it just flops over.:shaking:

I am four linked and have headers, they are real close to the frame and starter but no issues with the links. mine are triY they are a lot smaller than the reg headers. Not a very good picture but you can see the pan hard bar and the header end.

Move the motor back :D


rear dumps are "rare" and expensive. So unless you have a couple sets kicking around, maybe not the "best" choice.


You could always have some flanges custom cut and make your oun headers that go wherever you want :flipoff2:

Edit.. Tried to do a temp install of my crossover tie-rod. Seems the taper isn't deep enough. Can't get the castle nut tight enough to install the cotter pin :shaking:


Who's arms do you have? or are they home made?
Somebody once told me to grind the nut down a bit. :shaking:

My waggy arm is milled and tapered to get the nut to fit. Post a pic.