C6 Side Exhaust Option?

[Rob]

In the late 1960s, side exhaust was an option for Corvettes.

Assuming that the problems attributed with side exhaust (such as the loss of burned skin off your calf in some Dodge Viper models) could be eliminated, and you had the ability to include this option when ordering a new C6, would you include it?

Why or why not?

 

[Lucy64]

This is a no brainer. This would be on the top of my list.

 

[DkBG]

I've always loved it , especially on the early sharks ! Definately YES ! Cliff

 

[84Vette]

side exhaust no question about it. Would definatly have makes it look and sound better.

 

[Rick Daniel]

Loved the looks and sound on the 67 big block.
As stated above a no brainer.

 

[Roadster Fan]

A qualified yes......

if they are not any louder than the rear exhaust. I too am a big fan of the side exhaust on the early sharks, but have never ridden in one with the exhaust that close to one's ear.

It's hard enough carrying on a conversation or listening to the stereo in a roadster as it is without adding to the noise.........at least that's what my wife Tammy says when we're out cruising. Heck, I've never had a problem hearing the stereo :L

That option would definately be test drive material
Maybe you need a maybe in the poll too :eyerole

Brett

 

[lytemup]

durrrhhh, does anything look cooler??

 

[klb76]

Definitly! Something similar to the "side-effects" that Ken had on his C4 would look great.

klb

 

[Ken]

Of course I'd like to see it as an option!

Although I do feel bad that I had to get rid of mine.

 

[84Vette]

Re: Of course I'd like to see it as an option!

Although I do feel bad that I had to get rid of mine.

Why??? :confused

 

[Ken]

I went back under the car with three-inch duals because the Side Effects were a little restrictive to my higher output engine. They worked fine with the stock L-98 but not with a mucho-horsepower engine.

_ken

 

[Mad-Mic]

Ken have you dynoed it yet? just curious how much you picked up

 

[invinceablevett]

sidepipes?.......Ya baby.They could be part of a special super duper package that would blow Vipers away!I'm sure Callaway can help them out here!

 

[Tom73]

Guess I am in the minority here. I loved the looks of them on the early cars but don't think they have any place on the "aero" bodies of today.

tom...

 

[1FASTDOG]

Won't happen. The exhaust goes in about the only place it can with the smooth pan layout the 'vette uses to it's aero advantage.

 

[Colorado]

Yes and No ...

I would vote a "yes" and a "no" on side exhaust. I test drove a two year old '67 with side exhaust, and to me it was fun but way too loud. Also, for me, ground clearance is a problem in that I scrape the front spoiler just getting into my driveway. Some people do like the sound, though, and they do look good, so I would say that this would be a possibly viable option.

If I might comment on styling treatement, I would opt for the brushed aluminum/black rocker panels that we had back then. If there is a way to integrate that into a new body style, I think it lends some individuality to the profile without the side exhaust.

 

[iburke]

Had a 66 with side exhausts .... would order it in a nano second...

 

[Mako]

C6 Sidepipes

After some deliberation I ended up voting no.

For the eye candy and heritage factor, it just can't be beat, but aero and HP wise, an out the back exhaust is the way to go.

A properly designed true dual exhaust with an H or X pipe can make more power than a side pipe exhaust due to scavenging effects.

That said, I ended up putting side pipes on my '69 anyways But for a modern C6, keeping it out the back is the way to go.

CYa!
Mako

 

[Last Ride]

I think a side exhaust option would be great if done properly. I think the way Rousch integrates the side exhaust on their Mustang or even the new Dodge Viper would make a nice addition. Most people don't drive their cars, even Corvettes, to the point where having a little extra drag would be a terrible hindrance. The point is most likely moot anyway as we can't even get GM to do anything as daring as adding orange back into the color pallet.

 

[18 with a C5. Damn.]

Bring it on!