I also need to know how to keep the tailpipes clean. They get so black and dirty that they blend into the apron. I wonder if one could fashion some type shields before they exit the bumper so rear wheels do not kick up road muck on them.

 

No to question #1. I use Isop alcohol to keep my tailpipes clean. Give them a wipe down everytime you wash your 8. This should keep them nice and shiny.

- Irish

 

I made a thread a long time ago about designing a center-exit exhaust.

https://www.rx8club.com/series-i-aftermarket-performance-modifications-23/center-exit-exhaust-33209/

Having not met rotarygod in person (yet), I really couldn't get this project off the ground. Plus, I'm broke as a joke.

I use the finest steel wool to clean the tips. It works quite well. I've also used a fine, abrasive towel for cleaning the stainless steel tables at work. It won't leave any scratches. I'll find out the name once I get back to work tomorry.

 

Thanks for the thread shelleys man 06. I was thinking of a Supertrap muffler off a Harley since the CC's are the same as the 8's. I was in doubt about the backpressure issue. Performance is not an issue with me as I have an automatic tranny- just want something different to hear/see from the ordinary(not to say that they are) 8.
I was thinking louvers for the old exhaust openings and cutting out the area around the rotor emblem and bracing the apron with strap.

The exhaust system on a 1964-66 442 had no muffler as the exhaust pipes were actually internally ridged to deaden sound- would be perfect for a straight pipe setup if one could be found.

 

In the Racing Beat exhaust thread they mentioned that they are looking at doing a single exhaust, race muffler. Don't think you would get more hp, but take about 20 lbs. of weight off.

 

i think just weight..

 

i never heard it was going to have only one tip they are going to just use a large muffler but the same set up 2 outlets coming out.

 

mudflaps help stop the whels from kicking up dirt to the back of the car and the exhaust tips. i have them installed on my car front and back. they definately keep my car cleaner and i think they look pretty cool too.