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X-Pipe Install and MSD 6AL Install (February 16, 2014)

This page documents the installation of an x-pipe into the exhaust system and the installation of a MSD 6AL box. When I installed the x-pipe I also updated how the tailpipes were connected to make them align up better. I also installed an MSD 6AL box to create a hotter spark and to give me a rev limiter.

Status photos as of 2/16/2014:

Here are pictures of the x-pipe. I purchased the x-pipe off of eBay.
Here is the x-pipe welded into the exhaust system ready to be mounted.
For better tailpipe alignment, I decided to install a ball and socked junction for the connection between the tailpipe and muffler. Due to space limitations, I needed to trim my ball socket pipes and flange pipes to shorten them.
The tailpipes needed to be trimmed before the ball socket was welded on. Here are pictures of the process.
I also welded new hangers onto the tailpipes and mufflers for a better fit. Here is one of the completed tailpipes and the completed mufflers.
Here are pictures of the completed system mounted.
Here is the MSD 6AL and assorted wires that I purchased to install. Also pictured is the MSD adapter to install the 6AL to the TPI Ignition.
I decided to connect the MSD to the adapter using weather pack connectors. Here are shots of the extension wires and the connectors.
After looking through the engine compartment, I decided to mount the 6AL to the core support behind the driver's headlight. I decided against the firewall because I want to keep the firewall as clean as possible. I also bought a vibration mount kit for the install.
I installed the mounts and then mounted up the 6AL

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