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:haha:
Shorty's are the style I'm after. "Flashed" gave me the long tubes just to try.

I'll be waiting. ;) I should have mocked alll this up prior to setting the cab on. What's done is done, just have to work thru it.

Don't sweat it. I ordered the headers from a local company and told them my problems and these might not fit. They said they will take them back.

I could modify the perches myself so they won't hit. Just trying to figure out the best and easiest way to get it done.

Mac, those were some good links. Here's a LINK to some good reading about coolants.

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if you cant get the headers you want and you find some that the stock perch would let fit let me know.

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Alan do you think the problem your having is a result of moving the engine forward...........Buy moving it forward the frame narrows.....And on the perches, that style Sticks up to much at top where header tube needs to be......Just a thought.

I'm going to try these...........

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1963-...item56379a98d8

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that set up looks good. I wonder if it mounts on top or bottom of the upper frame rail. I like that one better then the CPP.

Alan have you tried the driver side? JW

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I will

That's 90 % of the problem. But if I move it back to original location my valve covers won't clear and dist gets closer to the cab. I think I have a plan of attack. I'm going to wait and see what CPPJeff has to say first.

Thanks for the link. Those might have been a better choice.

No, didn't even try it. The headers Lt/Rt are made the same.

I did find these headers for a S-10. Hedman Hedders 69539 LINKY

It has this caption in the pic. http://static.summitracing.com/globa...ed-69640_w.jpg

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Have you looked at Early Classics mid length headers? I know you are having a time with this issue.

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Alan,

I looked at Jeg's for the Hedman Headers listed above and it shows a different picture than what you posted.

Here's a link to them.

http://www.jegs.com/webapp/wcs/store...tial&Ntt=69539


Hopefully Jeff can give some insight today about which ones work best with their motor mounts.


Good luck.

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Great information, Alan. I had no idea. Now I know what to do when I change the cooling system in my 65' Chevelle - as I'm planning to go with an aluminum set-up. Really in-depth stuff.

Mac. :chevy:

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Thanks guys for the help. Sorry, I've spent so much time and pages on just headers. Maybe it will help someone in the future.

I got this info from CPPJeff today.

Link to the shorty hedmans.

http://www.jegs.com/images/mini_100/.../500-69646.jpg

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Nice Headers but a little pricey.

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Ouch yeah for a pair of full lengths maybe..

Hey Alan have you checked into the weld up kits they have out? I know its a pain but least you can make them clear everything you need them too. Just a thought :chevy:

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So is the thing that holds fuel. :lol: ;) I found them cheaper at rigidsteel.com for 389.95+24.95 S/H=414.90

No I haven't even considerd that option. Thanks for the heads-up. I wouldn't mind trying that sometime on another project before I paint everything.

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Even at that price I would want a guarantee that they will fit.

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I will check the return policy before the order. ;)

Found this link about a radiator top cover plate in the 67-72 section.

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Heres a link to a header builder. They will send you a fixture to mock up what you need. Then you send it back and they make the headers. It may be expensive, but sometimes you may not be able to buy pre-made ones. I have been following your build thread since you started it. You have inspired many, including me and my 66 Chevy. Your fab work is exellent. Fabbing work is not easy.

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Whoops forgot to add the link: http://www.stainlessheaders.com/index.aspx

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I again feel honored that you used your first post in my build. :metal: Glad to be an inspiration. Thanks for the link. Thanks for the comments. It's a great motivational tool that keeps us all going.

Great news. I sold my headers (flowtechs) for what I paid for them. :metal:

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That company is very impressive. I watched the video, and went to see the price. It almost knocked me off my chair. Looks like it might be a over kill for you. There must be a better way.

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just found your build thread searching google for '60 impala dash. nice build!!!

i had a header issue with stainless headers on my '66 327ci in my '69 K10.

step one: buy a pair of plain steel headers in the style you want (looks like you prefer long tube)

step two: take a picture of the clearance issue(s)

step three: bring the headers to your local welding shop

step four: pick up your headers and have them coated locally

i had three tubes modified... two curves added, a tube lengthened. i did the finish grinding and pollishing. came out perfect

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I'm actually wanting shortys. ;) BTW thanks for the comments.

Got the bed mocked up waiting for the fuel tank to show up so I can get the side fill figured out. I've still got alot of work to get it ready for paint. I was tinkering with it a little at a time at work when I was slow. Been busy for the past month at work. Thanks Shannon for helping me get the header panel in the bed.:metal:

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/t...d/DSC02102.jpg

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/t...d/DSC02103.jpg

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That's a good idea. I wonder how it would work out doing it to a step side. I really don't like the idea of putting the gas fill in the bed. Stay tuned. My work load might ease up, and I'll start working on the truck again.

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whats the filler neck out of

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I've seen a few step sides with side fill. I don't like the ones in the bed either. I've been missing your progress.

Here's another attempt at doing the line from the pump to the carb. I made some mistakes, but got it done. I might redo it to clean it up a little.

Split the new pump apart to rotate the outlet.

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/t...k/DSC02106.jpg

Fittings installed.

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/t...k/DSC02109.jpg

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/t...k/DSC02114.jpg

I used a coat hanger for a template. I don't know how to accurately figure the radius of the bend. I made a bend in scrap and cut it off to help figure the bend.

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/t...k/DSC02116.jpg

Here is the bend lined up with the coathanger.

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/t...k/DSC02117.jpg

Done. I just hand bent the line off the carb to clear the heater hose outlet.

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/t...k/DSC02119.jpg

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/t...k/DSC02120.jpg

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umm do you think my dad will miss his fuel filler neck off of his 99 ranger :D

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Looks good Alan. I like the fuel pump I have. it has the inlet and outlet on opposite sides. you know the one you posted by mistake

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That looks very nice and clean Alan.

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Probably not. Just another leak on a Furd.. :haha:

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You knew that had to be coming. :lol:

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:metal:Oh Man, that fuel intake system is off the hook - F*#d or not.

Great detail pictures on the bendy routine, Alan. Just outstanding.

Mac. :mm:

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Hey that looks pretty slick, nice work :chevy:

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Alan,
is that stainless line? did you flare you own ends? i attempted this as well but could not find the proper connections, so i still have rubber to connect the line to the fittings. can you share the sizes, parts #, and vendor when you have some free time. It looks 100% better the way you ran it.
keep up the great work.

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Thanks Paul, and yes I remember the one I posted by mistake. ;)

Thanks, it's not bad for a rookie.

Thanks Mac, glad you liked them


Thanks Scott, someday I will get it. It took too much time to bed that little line.

Thanks Heath. It is 3/8" stainless line, I did flare the ends. The problem is, is that the flare tool that was loaned to me by Shannon flares a 45* beautifully. The AN fittings are a 37*. My question is will they seal up? I believe as it is tightened down it might, but stainless is hard. But then again it's only 7psi or so. The 37* tool that I have (summit's) will not flare the stainless. It is awesome, but don't know how much it is just yet. It's made by rigid. He is going to check at his work to see if they have a 37* flare tool. Here is a pic of 2 of the fittings for now I will get pics of the others plus the tool shortly. Wait a minute Shannon has the flare tool with him. Hey Shannon post up a pic please and PN of the flare tool. BTW Thanks

These fittings are 3/8"NPT-6AN

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/t...s/DSC02071.jpg

Not a good pic of the -6AN line nuts and sleeves, but I will get them for you.

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/t...k/DSC02000.jpg

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It took me all day to bend my fuel line from the pump to carb. I think i will redo it before i put the new motor in, i want to have a fuel psi guage near the carb. Great progress Alan.

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Thanks Joel. Any time I learn something that looks easy usually proves me wrong. :haha: You gonna post any pics of your progress?

Here is a pic of the flare tool. It worked like a dream on stainless. No marks or slippage. No wrenches required. They run around $100. The 45* PN is 458R and the 37* PN is 377 Here is a link to Rigid.com. Thanks Shannon for the info.

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/t...s/IMG_0813.jpg

Here is the other tubing nuts and sleeves.

Jegs PN's

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/t...k/DSC02123.jpg

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no progress here, Engine guy fell thur saturday! He is suppose to deliver it this week to work. SO, if he brings it i will post some pics. If not, i will just by the new carb and pickup the air compressor from Lowes i have been eyeing. Its one of those husy uprights. 12 cfm dual pumps should be able to paint a little with it.
Did u get a buyer on the buick?

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kewl, hope you get it sold. more $ to add to the build and to the debt snow ball.

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Me too!!

Possibaly found a good source for AN fittings and other things like electrical connectors and cool tools. Here is the link to aircraftspruce.com

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Yesterday the wife called and said I had a big box that came Fed-ex. Of coarse the excitement set in. Until I got home and discovered I got 67-72 wheel tubs. I knew this was gonna be a problem. I tried to head it off at the pass.

Here is the page at the truckandcarshop.com. Look at PN 60-09309 60-66 rear inner wheel housing Fleetside Lt/Rt $78. Now move your mouse over it and it says 67-72. If you add it to the shopping cart the price changes to $63 and says 67-72. I called to question this and the lady said it will go thru just fine. Placed the order and had a special note with the order form telling them to call me to verify PN's. They didn't do that and here they are.

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/t...s/DSC02125.jpg

They are sending out the correct ones and picking these up. I did tell the guy there what's going on with the website.

Got the other shipment today. Here are some pics,

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/t...s/DSC02130.jpg

Brake lines, trans cooler lines, a few things for the 55.

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/t...s/DSC02132.jpg

This looks like the correct boot on the firewall behind the booster.

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/t...s/DSC02133.jpg

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/t...s/DSC02135.jpg

The e brake equalizer has the GM PN along with the boot above.

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/t...s/DSC02134.jpg

Now it's time to go to work. :metal: