[AMC-list] Out and About Today

[Joe Fulton <piper_pa20@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Well I got the exhaust system installed on the 65 Rambler today.  I go to a 
discount tire and muffler place here in town to get tires changed, flats fixed, 
and now for muffler work on my hobby cars.  The place actually sells used tires 
which is very unusual in our litigous(sp?) society.   The young Mexican guy that 
did the exhaust work was very patient.   I had cut the exhaust pipe and riight 
after the point at which is crosses the rear axle to make room for the Mustang 
fuel tank.   The installer had a challenge fitting a muffler in-line since there 
was no room next to the fuel tank, like in the original installation.   He did a 
good job and managed to fit a small muffler below the emergency brake bellcrank 
assembly.  He left one joint there with a clamp so I can drop the exhaust when 
and if I need to do maintenance on the e-brake etc.   All the other joints are 
welded.   The tail pipe passes between the rear spring and the chassis and out 
the driver's side behind the rear wheel.  There is not a lot of clearance there 
but it appears to be adequate.  I have new leaft springs too, so that probably 
helps.

Since I now have a new exhaust I put a few miles on the car.  I have not had it 
above 40 yet but I may take it on the freeway later this afternoon.   I was 
amazed at how it leans in the turns, but the ride is smooth.   You reallly have 
to crank that steering wheel to make a turn too.   I had not driven a Rambler in 
years and completely forgot the ergonomics involved. 


Joe Fulton
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