In a message dated 2/22/05 8:55:06 PM, rrecardo@webtv.net writes:

<< Please elaborate Mr. Goof, how to massage the exhaust header's and
flange's to a flat, serivicable , non leaking part with only the use of
a propane torch. >>

RC, my man, it's very easy, all you need is an 80 pound bottle of propane and
a sack of asbestos wool.  But, first you have to fabricate a deck plate from
some 2" thick hot rolled plate.

Whenever I have the time, I'll put up a website showing the complete process.

George