Wanted: Ford Exhaust Manifolds X2

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Originally Posted by Eric Szalanda

Hi all,
I haven't logged on for a while as the large government department that I work for won't even let me look at MLU any more.
My F15A is slowly coming back together and I need some exhaust manifolds, as the original are both cracked. I would probably prefer new ones made from modern materials, as I would expect them to be stronger. Is there anywhere in Australia to get them, otherwise the strong AU$ will send me to the USA.
I am also looking for a front step that is not worn through , and tow hook spring hangars, but that might be optimistic.

cheers

Eric

G'day Eric,
Just a thought!!!! I was talking with Lloyd McCarthy last weekend at the Walker MV Swim in at Bundy and in passing conversation I was talking to him about his gun tractor restoration. Anyway he mentioned that he did away with the original V8 exhaust manifolds and fitted a set of exhaust extractors/headers. He said that there were a number of reasons to modify but in particular the engine now runs cooler and the heat is taken away from the cab. I am not a scholar when it comes to CMP 's but this may be an option for you.
Cheers
John W.