4905 exhaust pipes

brando4905 · November 16, 2009, 08:45:54 AM

Anybody know where I can get a set of these? Checked the usual east coast supplier and I can't afford those(over a grand). Maybe a real good used set is out there somewhere?

Thanks,
Brandon

TomC · November 16, 2009, 10:15:36 AM

For a few hundred, you could piece together a new system. On my Vdrive transit with 8V-71, from the turbo to the muffler and to the stack, it is a 5" system. You should consider upgrading also, since the normal 3.5" to 4" system is very restrictive. Good Luck, TomC

brando4905 · November 16, 2009, 11:43:51 AM

Tom,

Can't find anybody that can bend 3.5 or 4" pipe. Any resources out your way? Could I use the flex stuff?

Thanks,
Brandon

FloridaCliff · November 16, 2009, 11:52:27 AM

Brandon,

Check out the end of this thread for sources and info for your 4905 exhaust

http://www.busconversions.com/bbs/index.php?topic=1218.75

Cliff

gus · November 16, 2009, 02:55:42 PM

Instead of trying to bend anything that big I usually buy some elbows and weld them.

As a last resort you can use flex pipe. It may not last as long but will do the job. If your engine is not a turbo the exhaust is not all that hot and the flex will last a long time.

NewbeeMC9 · November 16, 2009, 05:58:02 PM

The International truck place has 90s, 45s, strait slip/clamp pieces and what-not.

don't forget the chrome tips.

TomC · November 16, 2009, 07:36:24 PM

Usually you buy pre bent elbows and piece it together by either welding the pipes or by using a stretch band clamp. Good Luck, TomC

luvrbus · November 16, 2009, 08:20:31 PM

Brandon, a tip for you when buying pre bent bends all ways buy long radius 90 degrees and you can cut off any angle needed example 1 90= 2- 45s or 2 -45= 4- 22 1/2 bends saves big bucks for you if you have a chop saw

good luck

chris4905 · November 17, 2009, 05:33:08 AM

Brandon,

I don't know what "East Coast Supplier" you checked with. If it wasn't NIMCO, you might give them a look. Heck, they only charge $50 for an exhaust manifold. I'm would think they will also have the piping you need.

http://www.nimcobus.com/catalog/detroit_accessories.shtml

Like the rest of the guys said, also check into the diameter pipe you need and elbows. I just needed to do this after putting a 6V92 w/turbo into my 4905. Had to come off the turbo with the 5" pipe and fittings. Just a matter of having the right elbows and cutting the 5" pipe to the correct length with my metal chop saw.

You should be able to find a local large vehicle (semi-truck) supplier who can order what you need, these are very common items.

Good luck,
Chris