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Originally Posted by jon laing
I want to install a dual glasspack exhaust system on my stock 1939 ford deluxe 2 door sedan. I am looking for that 50's cool sound. Which make of glasspacks is recommended? Some say installing headers is a waste of time. I am not looking for improved performance---only sound. Are headers worth considering or will they not do much for me? Jon Laing
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Probably as many opinions as you would want...
Personally, I'm with Joe, above. I've had the Smithy's for 12 or 13 years, no problems, and I like the sound. I've got 1-3/4 pipes, with full tail-pipes. I agree on glasspacks - a little too much db with steel-packs, for my taste. I also can't live with 'straight-pipes', same reason. And, the authorities in my area aren't too crazy about straight-pipes, either. As for headers, maybe read JWL's book - headers will not help performance on the street. And, they have a 'tinny' sound that I don't personally care for. And, I don't like messing with the fit and install. JMO
I've got Imco's (glasspacks) on another car. I'm ok with them, too. But, it's my understanding that they are no longer available - defunct company.
I've got a single Smithy on a 34, with a short, turn-out tail pipe. I also like it for sound, but it's a little 'quiet' - not like duals. Just gentle mellow.
And, finally, I've got a pair of 'Blue-Streaks', Allied Mfg Inc, Benicia CA, on another 34. I'll bet no one has heard of these. I've had them for about 25-30 years, and I've been happy with them.
Here's my question for the 'muffler-guru's'... Does anyone here remember a company that manufactured mufflers, in the 1950's, in Pasadena, on west Green St ??? The name ??? And, were they glass-packs, or steel-packs ?? (I'm 'old-school', and would like to find out who these folks were. I'd be on the hunt for a pair of their mufflers, just because. (I'm from Pasa)) Thanks.