Vertical Bends On Oval Exhaust

Описание: Vertical Bends On Oval Exhaust

Join Merl as he tackles the challenge of fabricating a custom oval exhaust from round stainless steel tubing. Perfect for increasing flow and improving ground clearance, this step-by-step tutorial covers:

Why choose oval exhaust?
Marking and cutting techniques for oval tubing
Creating custom bends not available commercially
Using solar flux to protect stainless steel welds
Welding tips for high-quality, long-lasting exhaust systems

Tools & Techniques Covered:

Scribing and marking with dividers
Cutting with bandsaw and Zip disk
Plate rolling for custom inserts
TIG welding with solar flux protection

Timestamps

0:04 – Intro to Oval Exhaust
0:10 – Why Oval Exhaust? More Flow, Ground Clearance
0:23 – Benefits of Oval Exhaust
0:46 – The Bending Problem with Oval Tubing
1:02 – Oval to Round Transitions
1:31 – Why This is a Problem
1:48 – Crossmember and Clearance Challenges
2:11 – Exhaust Routing Through the Crossmember
2:30 – Muffler Setup and Next Steps
2:50 – Over the Axle: The Real Challenge
3:19 – Measuring and Modifying Oval Tubing
4:05 – Scribing for Pipe Cutting
5:03 – Cutting Stainless Steel Cleanly
6:00 – Using a Wrap-Around Tool for Straight Cuts
7:18 – Cutting the Pipe Along the Scribe Line
8:11 – Splitting and Prepping the Bends
9:22 – Tools Used for the Modifications
10:09 – Measuring for the Filler Strip
11:00 – CNC Cutting Filler Strip
11:45 – Rolling the Filler Piece
12:13 – Choosing the Exhaust Build Method
12:32 – Why Back Purge with Argon (or Not)
13:00 – Solar Flux as a Backside Weld Solution
13:52 – Applying Solar Flux Properly
15:00 – Tacking and Prepping for Final Weld
16:02 – Weld Prep Results with Solar Flux
16:35 – Welding Out the Bends
16:59 – Quick Welds, Ready for Polish
17:14 – Outro: Final Look Before Polishing


Whether you're a DIY enthusiast or professional fabricator, Merl's practical demonstration will help you master this useful exhaust building skill. Learn how to overcome common challenges and create a custom oval exhaust that fits your specific needs.

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