Skipper,
Talked with a very good friend of mine who has bent custom exhaust for at least 20 years. He's now retired. John said to start at the exhaust manifold with a GOOD tape measure and the drop from the manifold will determine your initial drop. Take a lot of measurements and mark the pipe where it needs to be bent with a line and a "B" and where it needs to be cut with a line and a "C." Get it as close to the frame with about 1/2" clearance. From the main exhaust pipe keep it level with jack stands and mark where you will need to mount the hangers. He suggested to use hangers that have little to no movement up and down and only 1/4-1/2 inch lateral movement. The new type welded stem hangers with rubber bushings are best for this. Measure a lot and make sure your measurements are exact before you bend or cut. Best I could do without actually seeing what you exhaust plans are. Rear exit, side exit, just behind the diff exit? Hope this helps.
Tim
