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Old 06-28-2018, 08:39 PM   #197
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Re: LT1 GenV swap

Recieved the header flanges and other bits today



Extra bits that should make header tube forming easy once the transition from port shape to round is made



Game plan is to use a grinder to make the transition and simply run a bolt through them to align it, then cut some grooves length wise and weld a bead in the groove. Cut some le grhs of tube and take em to work and use the press to form it.. could use a hammer .. well will see.

Using a hammer on the exhaust tube forming cone took some serious swings but the press made easy work of forming my transitions.

2.5 to 3" yes they sell transitions but way over priced for what they are. 2 cheap transitopms that arnt as smooth as the ones the fool made cost as much as the tool.. no brainer.. and the good ones are $$



For kicks I shrunk a 3" to 2.5.. smooth as butter!

Clint

Made an extra set of flanges if anyone is looking to make their own headers. I got plenty of extra inserts to make an extra tube former.
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