Time for the dual exhaust system with Violator Mufflers
Pypes 2.5" dual exhaust
Mocked up the X-pipe section under the car and then fully welded.
Exhaust fit up
I'm pretty happy with the fit up, tucked up pretty tight to the underbody.
Mufflers
The only part of the exhaust that I didn't weld, the muffler attachments. Used SS band clamps here just in case of a desire to change mufflers in the future.
Tailpipes
As with the entire exhaust system, the tailpipe sections had to be cut, modified, and welded to tuck up nice.
Mechanical Clutch Linkage
Well in 66 they didn't anticipate long tube headers with the original clutch linkage. So, a few choice words along with some modifications and welding and now she works.
Oil Filter Relocation
The Wix 51258 required by Butler didn't want to fit with these long tube headers. So I got a Billet Aluminum Butler Bypass plate and fabricated a boat style oil filter relocation mount.
Convertible Top Mechanism
Repair and Painting
Repair and Painting
Repair and Painting
Fully disassembled the convertible top mechanisms, weld repaired the rusty areas, and sprayed with POR15.
Installation
Repair and Painting
Repair and Painting
Mechanism now fully installed with new hydraulic cylinders, and adjusted properly? Hum.