[heater63]

Been working on this one on and off for the past year. In paint and going back together. there was more damage then I originally thought to both quarters but was able to straighten the passenger side and had a usable quarter to cut a patch out of from her old black car. Will post more pick once it is together and outside.

here is the original post of this car.

http://forums.maxperformanceinc.com/...t=bargain+year

[c5farmer]

Working on the Lemans convertible, today. The dual exhaust kit is in place via jack stands until hangers and clamps are figured out. The kit from Classic Exhaust is 2 1/4" from the exhaust manifolds to the mufflers and 2" out of the mufflers to the tail pipes. The kit uses the stock hanger locations. The mufflers are right and left sided and can't be switched. Adjustable jack stands make the install fairly easy to mock up.

[Poncho_Villa]

I would also be interested in hearing about the details of others dual exhaust system. I am overdue for a new system and was planning to have it done this past summer. I now have both pipes running parallel under the passenger side floor into a pair of glasspacks and dumping straight down in front of the axle (previous owner installed). I would like to have the tailpipes exiting at each side out the back like in the pictures c5farmer posted. I have the clutch linkage and shifter rod to deal with on the drivers side so the layout like in the pictures works for me but I have to agree with Radman about the pipe curving over the swing axles. Anybody got a map of the layout of how the dual exhausts left the factory?

[c5farmer]

Here is the '63 dual exhaust system per the factory parts book. It looks like the tail pipes are under the axle.

[heater63]

Jerry, I have 2 1/2" exhaust on my car. It was made custom so there isn't a part number I can give you. I have had zero problems with bottoming out for 3 years now.

[c5farmer]

Well, it is finally done after 3 years of work. Yesterday the exhaust system was installed and the stock valve covers replaced with MT covers. Susan drove the car around the block and everything worked! Now, all the new car bugs can get sorted out as it gets more some road miles. As many original parts as possible were used after cleaning and /or rebuilding. It is not a competitive show car, be we think it turned out pretty well for a "home made" restoration and look forward to cruising next summer.
The next project is an engine replacement for the 63 Tempest hot rod. It runs fine, just needs more power! Nothing a blown 455 can't fix!

[c5farmer]

More pictures. What a feeling of accomplishment.

[Transporter]

Originally Posted by c5farmer

Well, it is finally done after 3 years of work. Yesterday the exhaust system was installed and the stock valve covers replaced with MT covers. Susan drove the car around the block and everything worked! Now, all the new car bugs can get sorted out as it gets more some road miles. As many original parts as possible were used after cleaning and /or rebuilding. It is not a competitive show car, be we think it turned out pretty well for a "home made" restoration and look forward to cruising next summer.
The next project is an engine replacement for the 63 Tempest hot rod. It runs fine, just needs more power! Nothing a blown 455 can't fix!

Hey Jerry, it turned out great best of luck to you and Susan with it!

Stan

[TempestFugit]

Awesome!... looking forward to seeing it at Norwalk maybe someday!?

[indiantony]

Could you post a picture of the notches in the crossmember? Im thinking of getting a set of those manifolds. Thanks
Tony

[c5farmer]

The only area that really needed notched was at the bottom of the cross member where the side and bottom meet on the driver side. The engine has to be postioned as far back as the motor mounts and tranny cross member allow. I even added some space with a die grinder at the back of the crossmember/engine mount slots. Hope this helps.

[ahnuld]

New autogear m22w in car now. Love it

[c5farmer]

Is the gearing the same as a muncie m22? Bet it is smooth shifting!

[Sanduners]

Boy have you been busy! I hope my trans looks that good when I get to it. Thanks for sharing Mike.

[AzMike]

For the last few months I have been going through all the systems of my 63 convertible to get it ready to pull the motor and interior for a new paint job.

Here are a few pics of the progress.

[ahnuld]

Yep basically the same. It shifts so nice now. Loud as hell with engine alone never mind the whine of gears on top of it. Love it. Gonna take it to track in spring for sure.

[tom s]

As some know I bought a garage find 63 tempest conver 4 cyc 3 speed car.Just got paint on yesterday.They will color sand and polish tomorrow and will be home friday to start putting back together.

[c5farmer]

Tom, The garage find looks smooth and bright. You will have quite the looker when it is assembled. The color is one I don't see very often and is original to the car. Like the 3 speed manual/195 ci combo.

[Deadendcustoms79]

Another pic of driver side floor

[blueghoast]

Is there more info on this Tempest?
Is that a lenco or are my eyes playing tricks on me.
Floors look great by the way. More pics.

GT.