2 2 1/2 inches. Its close . I wrapped from the flange down and put
a motorcycle exhaust shield around the pipe between the steering box.
Having a heat gun on loan , I was able to actually see how hot is was getting.
Maybe 275. I dropped it 70.


~ BD.
"You won't find me in an old folks home" Pioneer Florida Cracker
1958 Apache Stepside
1958 Apache 1/2 ton Panel
1959 Apache 1/2 ton Panel