Anyone get a new TTI exhaust and have it rattle against the body over the rear?

[Mfr426]

That pretty much says it. I got a 2.5 system with their mufflers and it seems that the tailpipes knock the outer wheel wells and rattle when I am idling, etc?

I cant imagine that I have left and right reversed but has anyone had this issue? It almost seems that I cant twist them either as the hanger on the tailpipe end is fixed?

Will these tailpipes even go on reversed?

Any comments/help would be great.

Thanks All!

[dodge freak]

Well I am to cheap to buy their exhaust but I have had the same problem. I warp some of that header warp around the pipe back where it was hitting and zip tied it on. It won't burn up if the warp is on first. If you still can hear something then tie it tight against one side of the frame. This is the fun stuff you are getting in to. If you don't want to do it half as then take it to a exhaust shop.

[Shakey]

That pretty much says it. I got a 2.5 system with their mufflers and it seems that the tailpipes knock the outer wheel wells and rattle when I am idling, etc?

I cant imagine that I have left and right reversed but has anyone had this issue? It almost seems that I cant twist them either as the hanger on the tailpipe end is fixed?

Will these tailpipes even go on reversed?

Any comments/help would be great.

Thanks All!

I had that issue when we were installing the TTi 2.5" exhaust system in my '69 back in October.

When we installed the system the pipes were a little to close for comfort to the wheel wells so there was a lot of time spent making sure they were positioned correctly. a safe distance away from the body and very, very tight.  

The advantage I had was that I used the Accurate exhaust tips because I wanted the correct ends as well as the same type hanger used from the factory so I was able to move the pipe to the left or right, to wiggle it to where we were comfortable.  I don't recall if there is actually a left and right rear pipes.

I might run into this problem again as my car has not left the jack stands since it went up in the air in October.  We'll see how it acts after it's maiden voyage - whenever that will be.

[4402tuff4u]

That pretty much says it. I got a 2.5 system with their mufflers and it seems that the tailpipes knock the outer wheel wells and rattle when I am idling, etc?

I cant imagine that I have left and right reversed but has anyone had this issue? It almost seems that I cant twist them either as the hanger on the tailpipe end is fixed?

Will these tailpipes even go on reversed?

Any comments/help would be great.

Thanks All!

That's interesting! I bought the system but have not installed yet, but I'm going to keep an eye on that. Did you follow their instaructions to install it from the rear forward? I heard that it makes a difference. Also, you might want to call them, they seem to stand behind their product.

[Mfr426]

Yep, I installed the system from back to front and got hell from the guys on this forum about how that "had to be a typo" on the directions. I have the TTI tips and can rotate them as needed. I'm not comfortable with the system way it is now. It was far too expensive NOT to fit perfectly!

As soon as I get her up on a lift I'm going to call them. Something needs adjustment. The funny thing is that there is plent of room for it to fit so why does it need to run so close to the body at that one spot?

[Just 6T9 CHGR]

You would think that with the mandrel bent pipe they would leave you enough room.

My Accurate LTD set up fits perfectly although it has compression bends like original.

I have read somewhere that if your engine is not sitting in the K frame correctly, this can/will throw off your tail pipes.

This would affect an Accurate system because the H-pipe is one piece and cannot be "tweaked" as much as the TTI sysytem that has a clamp together h pipe

[Mfr426]

How can the motor not be in the K-frame? It's fixed isnt it? The only variable is the mounts???

That could explain the tailshaft sticking out under the left fender?

[8WHEELER]

Evan when the Accurate system is installed correctly, and the engine and trans are
centered in the K-Frame, it can/will throw off your tail pipes if the pipes are not bent correctly.

Dan

[Just 6T9 CHGR]

How can the motor not be in the K-frame? It's fixed isnt it? The only variable is the mounts???

That could explain the tailshaft sticking out under the left fender?

Correct.  if its not centered in the K frame it could throw the system off, but in your case its a moot point because your H pipe is not one piece.

Dan I remember the trouble you had with Accurate......no resolve?

[8WHEELER]

Dan I remember the trouble you had with Accurate......no resolve?

I had to lets say this nicely ''get serious with him''  Anyway I drove over an hour to fed ex because the call tags did no good
the drivers would not pick up the H-Pipe. He said he had no idea I was so upset    hell it had been a full 4yrs
and tons of emails, evan going back and fourth on the last site, Tom at Accurate can be a nice guy, but not with my situation.
At least I did get my money back and there is no more H-Pipe on my wall.

The other thing is I need two complete systems, and from what I am reading here the TTI stuff can have problems as
well that is why I looked at this post, was to see what people had to say about the TTI system. Believe me I would
rather go with a company as close as Accurate, but I went though 4yrs of hell.

The most absurd thing he said was the first thing he told me when I told him my problem, he said my frame was bent 

Dan

[Mfr426]

Well, I crawled under the car tonght quickly as I was locking up the garage. I looked at the tailpipes. It looks like it COULD be possible for the sides to be switched. I know I followed the directions to a T when I did the install and I dont really think they are on backwards but I'm willing to spend the time to take one off and find out for sure.

Who knows...the pipes dont sit right over the axle so it's possible.  Once I pull the tailpipes I'll post my findings. Other than this issue I like the pipes.

[Mefirst]

I also have a full TTi setup in my Charger. I have 2" headers with 3.5" collectors, 3" X-pipe + pipes and Dynomax mufflers under my car. Fitment is perfect. It does sound weird that you have problems with a smaller diameter pipe? When I opened the box my first thought was that -Hell, these pipes will never fit under the car without using a hammer.. But no worries, they mounted right in, no rattle or problems.. The sound they make is awsome to

/Tom

[DFS68_Charger]

Same problem here initially. I have TTI headers and H-Pipe system. The system was not installed properly the first time (Not by Me).
It had poor fitment over the rear end and tail pipes banging the wheel wells. I removed the mufflers and tail pipes (With a Sawsall) ; and shortened the pipes that fit into the muffler inlet. Everything fits fine now. I dont think the TTI system is meant to be a bolt in out of the box system. Some modification of the pipe lengths is necessary. When I put the tail pipes back in, I checked to see if there was a difference between the two (Right or Left), they looked the same to me.

DFS

[Mfr426]

This post is frightening! These things are "pitched" as out of the box ready. I hope a "mod" is not called for. For the price of the kit they should throw in a mechanic to install the thing.

I am going to try to swap things out tonight. We'll see...

[471_Magnum]

My 3" pipes fit perfect as well. Had to rotate them just a bit to keep them off the frame rail.

[Animal]

Have just ordered a set from accurate,going by what some of you are saying,it's got me worried.
Anyhow, as long as the tailpipes exit somewhere between the doors & the rear,i'll be happy.

[4402tuff4u]

That pretty much says it. I got a 2.5 system with their mufflers and it seems that the tailpipes knock the outer wheel wells and rattle when I am idling, etc?

I cant imagine that I have left and right reversed but has anyone had this issue? It almost seems that I cant twist them either as the hanger on the tailpipe end is fixed?

Will these tailpipes even go on reversed?

Any comments/help would be great.

Thanks All!

Hey Mike,
Started installing the TTi's 2.5" diameter exhaust system in my 68 Charger and there is definitely a left and right pipe by the rear axel. In the instructions you will notice that each pipe has a different part number with a "L" or "R" and another difference is that just by looking at the pipe, you will see a lateral bent by the wheel well to avoid the problem that you are experiencing. In your caes, you possibly might have the pipes switched because they do fit like they were bent exactly for my car - perfect!.  Sorry I did'nt take photos. I was in the garage until 11:00 pm working on the exhaust.

One thing that they dont make clear and pissed me off a bit because it's a simple change that would make things easier and quicker for the installer- but is was quickly figured it out, was the fact that they use left and right side stamps on their pipes. When they mean right side they mean passenger side. Left side is driver side.

How is Steve doing? Later, Mike

[Mfr426]

Hey Mike, thanks for the post. The sides being marked makes me 99% sure that I did it correctly. I am thinking that the pipes need to be rotated outward to not rub against the body. If I only had time to try that adjustment. I hope to try this weekend but have 10 yards of mulch with my name on them... 

Steve is knee deep in diagnosing is trans issue. I might be helping him on Sunday to R & R his trans.

Hopefully I can find time to address this tailpipe issue...