At 05:50 PM 10/29/98 -0500, Jim Feehan wrote:
>I need a completely new exhaust for a 85 GL Vanagon,  and would like some
>help.
>Should I go with OE or the exhaust from S&S headers?
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Several reports over the past two years from customers have been very
favorable concerning the S&S Header systems for the Wasserboxer.  A little
more power across the band and one customer reported a 3 mile per gallon
increase.  Of course, this depends on what condition your engine is in,
driving conditions, etc.  And you can't beat the price.

Spoke to Betty at S&S today.  They just recently picked up new machinery
that will handle the bending of stainless steel tubing and the Wasser
headers are the first thing they will be doing once everything's up and
running (about 30-60 days from now).  She couldn't give me prices of what
the stainless systems will be going for, as they are in the middle of
obtaining quotations on materials.  Although it's been mentioned on the
list that Stebro (in Canada) is preparing to make Wasser header systems,
AFAIK, the only thing available right now is the stainless steel muffler
they currently offer for 83.5-91 models.  If memory serves (search the
archives), Stebro's been saying for about 3 years that a stainless steel
header system is coming out soon, so I quit holding my breath for that one.

I'm putting my money on S&S to beat them to the punch and at a better
price.  I've used S&S for over 18 years on my Vee-Dubs and am a very
satisfied customer of their products.  YMMV though.

Jim Thompson
84 Westy 2.1 * 62 Sedan * 90 Fox Wagon
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