[DeTomaso] Newbie with parts request

[JDeRyke at aol.com]

In a message dated 11/25/08 5:55:27 PM, mghibli7 at hotmail.com writes:

> Hello, Newbie here with a recently aqcuired '73 Pantera #5910. This car has 
> a cracked driver's side (left) exhaust manifold. Is this common? I would 
> like to replace it with an original instead of the header. Is there anyone out 
> there with a used one, or pair, that they would be willing to part with? Also, 
> what are the odds of finding a pair of 10" Campagnolos out there? It seems 
> like everyone is converting to aftermarket wheels. This car is very original, 
> I would prefer to keep it that way as much as possible. I am in the southwest 
> USA.
> 
Stock in the U.S or other countries? Virtually all the stock 
stampings-and-tube headers cracked or are about to crack from heat expansion, due to the poor 
design. An uncracked set means the car hasn't been driven much. 
European-optional GTS semi-equal-length headers don't crack and add a little power, 
especially if combined with the matching Euro-GTS mufflers. 10" Campy wheels were also 
optional in Europe-only and are available- used- from many of the Pantera 
parts vendors, mostly reconditioned due to their ability to age-harden and crack 
unless stress-relieved every few decades or so. They are not popular now due 
to the almost complete lack of speed-rated tires in suitable sizes for these 
(and other 15") wheels. One vendor just sold a pair of 15x 10" traded in from a 
car that got 17" Campy lookalikes. Make some calls- J Deryke


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