header pipe preference
 

I see that alot of you prefer the thorley header pipes over other brands. Im just curious to get some feed back. I have always used Hookers and hedman for other projects. I never really paid much attention to the thorleys. Is there a reason why use truck lovers (me being a newbie) like the thorleys over the others?

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I like the hooker headers. Had them on two motors and really liked them.

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Bought My 85 K10 And It Has Heddman Headers. Never Had Any Other Than Stock On Anything Else. Stick With Your Name Brands That Have Been Around For A Long Time. They Havent Stayed In Business Cause Theyre Product Suckd.

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Hooker was the only one that had big tube headers for the Blazer..:metal:

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I think you'll have to do a poll as to which ones are favored the most. I've used Flowtechs and Hookers. Flowtechs seem to fit better, because the tube diameter is a little smaller. Hookers fit right against the starter on my truck. In time the silenoid will be toast. I'm purchasing a mini starter for improved cleareance.

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i have a set of afterburner on my chevelle love those. My truck has headers but i have no idea who made them i have two set i guess they are cheap old headers. (my dads old stock stuff his musle car days)

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The hookers are the better made ones of the cheap headers. Thorley are better but also cost more. Im not sure about fitment issues, Ive never ran a set. The hooker headers have been okay for what I need.

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I bought a set of ceramic coated headers from Summit, and really liked them. But they didn't fit with my angle plug heads. I had to buy a set of Hookers. Side by Side, the Summit ones looked nicer. Better finish, bigger tubes, half the price. Just didn't fit.

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Which ones are best for a 78 C10 with a 305 and TH350? Mine are rusty and probably have some holes...

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If I were you I would purchase a nice set of Ceramic coated headers. Your truck is much too nice for a cheap set of painted headers.

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i got ceramic coated hedman elite's,i really like them.mounting flanges are thick i think 3/8 but can't recall for sure. and collectors are ball and socket.i haven't had any leaks in either spot.and coating looks great.