289/427 Can't make up my mind!

[jcooper]

Is there any way to change shape of pipes to make the run in and around the ERA rea end?

[Murky781]

Jcooper... ERA is a great choice. I have a 427 with the standard Jag rear and the regular brakes all around and it stops very well. I don't race, mostly just cruise, and I love the car. Engine expense can be lower with a 289, again depending on how nuts you go. The slabsides are beautiful cars and present as a completely different car than the 427's. I know the slabs can have an under car exhaust and A quick call to ERA, talk to Peter or Bob and they'll tell you anything you need to know. Usually it's just a matter of time and/or money. Have fun with it and as stated above, if you can get to the Carlisle, PA kit car show ERA will have the Slab, 427, and FIA side by side.

[patrickt]

Originally Posted by Murky781

... it's just a matter of time and/or money.

Uhhh, yeah. Jcooper, these cars are starting to get pretty darn pricey. A plane ride in to Connecticut, even from the west coast, is going to be pocket change in the long run. Arrange a time with Peter and then fly out to visit him, and the gang, and see everything with your own two eyes. You will then write him a big fat check, fly home, and patiently wait.

[wolf k]

Originally Posted by jcooper

Is there any way to change shape of pipes to make the run in and around the ERA rea end?

I looked very hard at doing this myself on my FIA with ERA rear suspension. It would be possible only with narrowish rear tires, 255 max. Or 275 with very small diameter exhaust piping. You would have to have the piping bends custom made or modified as the ERA rear exhaust is only for the Jag rear. This was the case at the time of my build. I ended up using side exit.
If your not a racer, then you would be satisfied with the Jag rear and the ERA rear exhaust kit.