Hello to the group. I just became a very proud owner of a CP65 and I must say it is one of the most impressive aircraft I have ever flown. My question for the group is in regards to obtaining a new set of exhaust manifolds for my Continental engine. The previous owner had always used Wag Aero as a source ordering pipes for an Aeronca Champ which fit nicely. Unfortunately, as you know that is no longer an option. I had a set shipped from Univair however they did not fit with the engine cowling. Luckily they allowed me to return them. My concern is having the same issue with Aircraft Spruce. I do have a set of blueprints for the original exhaust but they are in 1/4 scale and hard to read. My question, does anyone in the forum have a set of usable blueprints that I can use, as I have a source to have them made. If not any suggestions on obtaining the correct stacks ?
Thank you all In advance.
Lee Kraus
Steve Ahrens
Hi Lee, Welcome to the group and Skinny Bird ownership! I’ve attached the drawing that came with my bird, and I can only hope that it helps. I haven’t used it for manufacture, so I’m not able to vouch for it.
Dec 19, 2025
Lee Kraus
Steve,
Thank you for taking the time to send the exhaust drawings that you have. I will compare them to my 1/4 scale blueprints, but at first glance they appear the same and are much easier to read.
I’m proud to be a Skinny Bird Owner.
Lee
Dec 20, 2025