In my v6 van, I have about the same exhaust layout... The stock van
exhaust location can be retained, but the engine is louder without a
restrictive exhaust setup.  Using the SA van exhaust layout allows
freer flowing exhaust components with not much of a noise increase. :)
Sudhir.

On Sat, 11 Dec 2004 08:25:59 -0800, jbange <hfinn@ingrates.net> wrote:
> At 06:06 PM 12/10/2004, you wrote:
> >Or this as installed:
> >
> >http://www.overlandparts.com/images/conversion_kit/26-liter-carb.jpg
>
> Heh. That double downpipe off the exhaust manifold looks like it adds a
> whole 'nother dimension of pain and suffering to servicing the CV joints. I
> guess that 5-cyl engine hogs all the space where the wasserboxer exhaust sits.
>
> John Bange
> '90 Vanagon "Geldsauger"
>