Question about exhaust systems

I have a 1937 Chevy here with a 1969 frame and V8 Chevy engine . It has
side pipes on each side that end just in front of the back tires .
All the exhause pipes and such look new as in not rusty at all . The
engine & frame are pretty basic no smog equipment . The instalation is
15 years old and the car was always a summer driver .

Problem i have is exhaust smell in the cab . Its so strong it bothers my
throat . Is this typical of such an arrangement ?

I agree with what v8z says, just check that the side pipes extend out from
under the body. Also check to see if you have all the holes in the firewall
sealed.

v8z wrote:

> As long as the side pipes outlet to the side ( out from under the body or
> running boards) I wouldn't expect the exhaust you smell is coming from
> there. My Roadster has side pipes exitiing same place, and doesn't smell
> up the cab.
>
> More likely would be header / exh. manifold gaskets, which are notoroious
> for loosening up and leaking. I'd check there first, since you said the
> rest of the system looks to be in good shape.
>
> If you have headers, I'd also recommend copper header gaskets - I tried
> them on my latest project, and 1500 miles later they're still tight and
> sealed, unlike the composition ones on my other car, which need to be
> checked each season...... those will get switched to copper this summer.
>
> Another thing recommended to me by several buddies who swear by 'em are
> Stage 8 locking header bolts.
>