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bobdriveshudson

Today we picked up 14 exhaust manifold "adapters" from the foundry. These are the adapters previously sold by Danny Barrier and Mark Hudson. We will clean and paint them, and ship as the orders come in. Price with shipping in the lower 48 is $175.00 If you have questions, email pbebop@gmail.com

RL Chilton

No question, but a picture is worth a thousand words (or some such thing)!

bobdriveshudson

Russell:

Your right, will be working on it. Can email pics in a couple of days, will have to learn about posting pics on this forum. Thanks, appreciate the advice. Bob

HotrodHR

Bob:

I thought you were a forum guru

It's easy to post those pics...

Just click "Post Reply" in the thread, type your message...

Then go down to the "Additional Options" section and click the button "Manage Attachments" here you'll be able to upload your individual pic files.

Use the "Browse" feature to find the desired image on your computer click on it so the file and location appears in the "box" then click "Upload". It may take a several seconds for the file to be uploaded. If the file is too large it won't upload (can't remember the size limits) there's work arounds for this so we can cross that bridge later if need be.

Once the file is "uploaded" it appears in the "window" and you're ready to upload another image. Just repeat the above for additional images. I believe there's currently a 5 image limit per reply post.

Once you've uploaded just click "Submit Reply" and your message will be posted with the pics.

Now that I'm thoroughly confused we'll wait for those pics!

Craig

Richie

bobdriveshudson wrote:

Today we picked up 14 exhaust manifold "adapters" from the foundry. These are the adapters previously sold by Danny Barrier and Mark Hudson. We will clean and paint them, and ship as the orders come in. Price with shipping in the lower 48 is $175.00 If you have questions, email pbebop@gmail.com

Bob, when they are done I'll take one, just let me know how to send payment. Richie.

bobdriveshudson

Thanks for the support and comments guys. Will check it out and post maybe tomorrow. Thanks, Bob

46HudsonPU

bobdriveshudson wrote:

Thanks for the support and comments guys. Will check it out and post maybe tomorrow. Thanks, Bob

Bob - If you have issues or problems posting the photos, send them to me and I'll see what I can do. Just click on 'Rick' below... :rolleyes:

mjsandbe

I am interested and would like to see a picture. Thanks

lockport123

Hello Don, newby from Canada, what exactly is an exhaust manifold adapter?? Thx Don

mjsandbe

Here are pictures from Robert Parks of the manifold adapters.

Ol racer

lockport123 wrote:

Hello Don, newby from Canada, what exactly is an exhaust manifold adapter?? Thx Don

These are nice reproduction Exhaust Adaptors like the Fabulous Hudson Hornet 7X Racers used for Dual Exhaust outlets...

SuperDave

Looks great. I had one of the originals made by Randy and sold it at Pigeon Forge a couple years ago. Has anyone come forward with a mateing adapter and gasket for the outlet??

bobdriveshudson

Thanks guys for the nice comments. I'm attempting to have the plates made to bolt to the rear(outlet) of the adapter. I've been told that if they are flame cut, they may warp. Still checking to have another method/source for them made. Thanks, Bob

DaveFury

bobdriveshudson wrote:

Thanks guys for the nice comments. I'm attempting to have the plates made to bolt to the rear(outlet) of the adapter. I've been told that if they are flame cut, they may warp. Still checking to have another method/source for them made. Thanks, Bob

Bob,

Have them made 1/2" thick. They won't warp when cut then.

duncan

Try Lazer cutting. I wotk in a factory that ises stainless eteel of 14 -18 guage thickness. thats how we get it done. duncan Happy New Year:D

duncan

Sorry about the spelling I had my Birthday to day big 60.

hdsn49

duncan wrote:

Sorry about the spelling I had my Birthday to day big 60.

Your still a young man to me. I turned 60 last Saturday. Happy Birthday.

SuperDave

hdsn49 wrote:

Your still a young man to me. I turned 60 last Saturday. Happy Birthday.

Jus wate untle yur 70,, !

duncan

Hi guys Thanks for cheering me up. duncan:D

Ol racer

FYI

Age is only a Number especially when you tinkering on a Hudson. Personally I feel like a teen again when working on mine.....

Chronologically looking back on MY past decades, It took forever to get to 16, but I owned a Hudson before that...when I was In my twenty's days seemed long and time went slow, but time picked up pace in the Thirty's, then in the Forty's time went faster. However in my Fifty's Birthdays seemed like every 3 months and time was a blurr, but now in my Sixty's months are going by like days used to, far too fast.... I guess its because going down hill time goes faster now..... I hope you guys just entering the Sixty's can slow it up and enjoy....

bobdriveshudson

We have ordered the outlet plates made for the adapters. The plates will be 1/4 inch or thicker, with appropriate holes. Will work to get the gaskets to match the plates.

The plates will cost $10 each (plasma cut), we dont know the gasket cost yet. These can be ordered with the DUAL OUTLET EXHAUST MANIFOLD ADAPTERS and no additional shipping.

Email to hetpbebop@gmail.com drop the het. Thanks, Bob

Hal

Dale Cooper sells the gaskets.

bobdriveshudson

Thanks, will check Dale for gaskets. Bob

SuperDave

Hal wrote:

Dale Cooper sells the gaskets.

Since it would be the same gasket Dale would have the gasket that fits between the original exhaust manifold and the extension, but probably won't have the twin outlet to pipe flange gasket.

esfoder

Any power improvment with these worth the cost?

Dusty

RL Chilton

esfoder wrote:

Any power improvment with these worth the cost?

Dusty

Depends on your estimation of worth, but full headers will develop an extra 20% hp increase. My GUESS is that the split/dual exhaust should give you somewhere between 13-17% increase. Also, the sound of dualies from a Hudson I-6 is just about priceless.

`Hudsonator

Yes, the sound of a dualed out Hudson is priceless.

I have no idea how much hp increase they'd give. My guess would be like Russell's.

However, the vehicles I heard run the adapter with full dual pipes sounded as good as headers.

Hal

SuperDave wrote:

Since it would be the same gasket Dale would have the gasket that fits between the original exhaust manifold and the extension, but probably won't have the twin outlet to pipe flange gasket.

Indeed, Dale does have the twin outlet flange gasket. I've purchased them from him before.

Hal

esfoder

Will they fit the short wheel base cars?

Dusty

PAULARGETYPE

YES THEY WILL FIT ON A SHORT WHEEL BASE CAR HERE IS THE ONE ON MY 50 PACEMAKER CV I JUST LOVE MINE I'M LOOKING FOR PHOTOS OF THE BACK OF THE CAR WITH THE DUELS COMING OUT THE PIPES COME OUT JUST INSIDE THE BUMPERETTES

http://hudsonpix.multiply.com/photos/album/1/50_Hudson_P.CV_restoBABY#photo=87

bobdriveshudson

Paul:

Did you remove the damper plate from the bottom of the exhaust manifold, we can see the counter weight and coil spring. Thanks, Bob

wano1949

Thought I would throw this on here.

HotrodHR

Bob:

What are the dimensions of the inlet flange (exhaust manifold side) of the adapter (bolt cl to cl distance and opening size)? Your pics on the first page shoes the outlet dimensions...

If I recall correctly you mentioned something about the adapter not "fitting" on the 175 / 212 motors... if the size is the same and orientation and space permits maybe it could work... or perhaps an adapter for the adapter could be made.

It would definitely be a cool option to run with the two barrel manifold if I go that route. Of course I could order one of those split manifolds....

Craig

Harry Hill

Will that adaptor work on the Hash?

bobdriveshudson

Harry:

I called Danny Barrier about the adapter fitting on a Hash(55-57) 6 cyl engine. He said he didnt know, havent checked with Mark Hudson yet. I suggest someone with intimate knowledge of the Hashes let us know.

Craig:

Will be in your area this evening. Will call you on cel. Guess about 6. Will bring an adapter to show you. Thanks guys. More later, Hudsonly, Bob

SuperDave

Harry Hill wrote:

Will that adaptor work on the Hash?

The adaptor will not fit a Hash manifold. If you use a stepdown intake and exhaust manifold you should clear the body OK.

russmaas

FYI I am having a guy in town make these bottom plates that bolt off the bottom of the barrier adapter with his CNC machine this week. Not trying to take business away just needed one for a job I'm doing on a members car. But can have him make a few more if soemone needs them, no mark up, just cost, plus shipping if someone needs them now.

Clutch guy

HotrodHR wrote:

Bob:

What are the dimensions of the inlet flange (exhaust manifold side) of the adapter (bolt cl to cl distance and opening size)? Your pics on the first page shoes the outlet dimensions...

If I recall correctly you mentioned something about the adapter not "fitting" on the 175 / 212 motors... if the size is the same and orientation and space permits maybe it could work... or perhaps an adapter for the adapter could be made.

It would definitely be a cool option to run with the two barrel manifold if I go that route. Of course I could order one of those split manifolds....

Craig

Look'n good Craig!! You must be working on it alot!

HotrodHR

Not spending enough time on it... been busy. Got everything ready to go just need to finish bolting it together and get her cranking.

Once we get her running good (hopefully) I'll explore the two barrel option...

I see you're planning an "open house" (meet) at your place... might have to see if I can swing a road trip...

Craig

HotrodHR

BTW...

Bob did stop by my shop last night with those dual exhaust manifold adapters... nice pieces!

If you have a motor that these will work on you really ought to be running them.

Short of having headers these have got to dramatically improve exhaust flow... not to mention the the potential sound improvements and of course the "cool" factor (even for us old guys)!!!:cool: :cool: :cool:

Craig

bobdriveshudson

Thanks Craig, good bump. Bob

HotrodHR

bobdriveshudson wrote:

Thanks Craig, good bump. Bob

You're welcome... now if they only would fit my car....

Craig

bobdriveshudson

Al & Richard:

Your adapters mailed today.

Richie:

Yours will be mailed Mon.

Thanks all, Bob

Richie

bobdriveshudson wrote:

Al & Richard:

Your adapters mailed today.

Richie:

Yours will be mailed Mon.

Thanks all, Bob

Thanks Bob, Richie.

bobdriveshudson

Richie:

Mailed your adapter, plate, and gasket today. Thanks, Bob

Richie

bobdriveshudson wrote:

Richie:

Mailed your adapter, plate, and gasket today. Thanks, Bob

Thanks Bob. Richie.

bobdriveshudson

Walt-LA

Thanks for your order. Will email when shipped. Thanks, Bob

Richie

bobdriveshudson wrote:

Richie:

Mailed your adapter, plate, and gasket today. Thanks, Bob

Bob,I rec'd the manifold adapter today. I took pics of the way it looked when rec'd and as I un-packed it. It arrived in excellent shape. It was packaged very well, as a matter of fact the guys that make the "black boxes" for the airlines has nothing on you !! I hope to start on it this weekend. All parts look great, nice job and thanks for all your hard work Bob. Richie.

bobdriveshudson

Will be in Murfreesboro, TN tomorrow morning 10-12 for our Midsouth Hudson club meeting. We will meet in the AACA club building behind Shoneys. We will bring 6 dual outlet exhaust manifold adapters and plates, if you are in the neighbor hood and would like to see them call me cel 256-762-4211. Hudsonly, Bob

jjbubaboy

Hey,

So what was the determination on if the adaptors fit the 212?

Would love to have one for my 36T!

Thanks,

Jeff

bobdriveshudson

Jeff:

We have a 47 Commodore coupe with a 212, exhaust exits to the front of the engine and turns down and to the rear. Cannot see anyway it would fit.

The dual outlet exhaust manifold adapter will fit all stock Hudson 232-262-308 engines using stock exhaust manifolds. We suggest removing the heat riser damper to improve exhaust flow with the "adapter".

We may have forgotten a detail or two, someone may have more info or better technical advice, please council with us. Thanks.

Hudsonly, Bob

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