Thanks for the write up, I've been thinking of turning my ok condition stock 4-2 into a shorter 4-2. I'd prefer longer, but having trouble finding good stock pipes and this way I can clear some swingarm spools. I'll make mine non-removable though, no room under the seat for 2 short pipes and collector.
Good luck finding and squashing PO gremlins.
1978 KZ650 D1 ~ Carb jetting: 107.5 & 20 & 4th groove with pods and 4-1 Exhaust