Tony's Tips ARTICLE DATE: 02/01/2002
Some Thoughts on Exhaust Systems
 
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The pics below show some designs that have accomplished the features mentioned above and were made to "fit the boat", the requirements of the applicable engine manufacturer, and used "common sense" as a component of the design.
Bertram 31 port engine
Dry / water cooled thru-deck Dry Riser-Rises 3 feet above water line before water injection
450 Diamond with 8" riser
330 Diamond V-Drive 370 Diamond High Mount V-Drive 25Ft Farallon
Starboard Riser with custom muffler inlet / Cummins N-14
Port Cross Over Cummins N-14 4BT Riser
Riser for "Too Close To Transom"
Under water 8" outlet First part of riser shown above with "FLEX" section
The top of this engine is 18" below the waterline "static"
Port and starboard for Cummins B series Lazerette exhausts
 
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