Fab’s been hard at work, as always. It’s pretty much assumed at this point that these guys are always working like mad. This is one of their current projects. The rear section of this exhaust is from a C5 Corvette, it’s made from titanium, and it’s being retrofitted onto a 2008 Toyota Prius. Surprisingly, the rear ends of both these cars have a good amount in common, so all that it took to make it fit was a little bit of welding. Titanium welding. That automatically makes it cooler than regular steel welding, you know, because the name sounds futuristic. It’s also an incredibly durable, corrosion-resistant, lightweight metal that is perfect for Prius owners who want that better exhaust note without the added weight of a stainless steel system, keeping fuel milage somewhere near the range of a 1992 Geo Metro. Plus, it shoots white sparks when you mess around with it:
Here’s what the exhaust system looks like post-modification to fit the little Toyota’s underbody. The humps had to be elongated to accomodate for the Prius’ nickel-metal hydride batteries:
It’s the first time in a while that we’ve welded titanium (the M Roadster’s skid plates are made from the same-grade material), but apparently it’s just like riding a bike. Except, you know, not at all. But the welds came out looking great!
And in case you haven't seen yet...head on over to the main showroom to see the X5 revealed!
Here’s what the exhaust system looks like post-modification to fit the little Toyota’s underbody. The humps had to be elongated to accomodate for the Prius’ nickel-metal hydride batteries:
It’s the first time in a while that we’ve welded titanium (the M Roadster’s skid plates are made from the same-grade material), but apparently it’s just like riding a bike. Except, you know, not at all. But the welds came out looking great!
And in case you haven't seen yet...head on over to the main showroom to see the X5 revealed!
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