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st1x10 · 02-07-2007, 06:40 PM

I am looking for a set of headers to replace the rusted ones on there now. I am looking at the Hedman Elites, but am wondering if I should get the shorty's since the truck in the future will be bagged.

jimmydean · 02-07-2007, 06:53 PM

Depends on how low you expect to go. Some full length headers have plenty of room if you're not laid out. Mine are only about an inch bellow the frame rail, but my frame is about 8" off the ground when dumped, so it's not an issue.

st1x10 · 02-07-2007, 07:16 PM

Well currently the headers are completely below the frame. I am planning to go pretty low. Bags and spindles up front. What kinda headers are u using?

gringoloco · 02-08-2007, 12:22 AM

You can't go wrong with Hedman Elites. 3/8" flange, 14ga tubing, ball flange collectors, nice coating. If you're bagging it, longtubes will be too low.

jlaird · 02-08-2007, 12:43 AM

search for headers in title only in suspension forum:

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...earchid=370978

Kevin45 · 02-08-2007, 04:47 AM

Edelbrock shorties let's you use your factory exhaust. So I imagine just about all shorties are the same. They stick out just a little further than the stock exhaust manifol maybe by an inch or so.

Kevin

bagged69c10 · 02-08-2007, 11:25 AM

11108FLT is the part number for the ones that everyone I know uses. They are shortys from Flowtech originally for an older camaro but work great on our trucks.

st1x10 · 02-08-2007, 02:36 PM

Aight. I found these

Anybody using them?

bagged69c10 · 02-08-2007, 05:59 PM

What?

jlaird · 02-08-2007, 07:39 PM

Here's a list of shortys/blockhuggers:

Flowtech
11108FLT (painted)
31108FLT (ceramic coated)
5/16 flange, 18ga, 1.5” prim.
$239.95

Dynomax
WLK-86118 (ceramic coated)
5/16 flange, 18ga, 1.5” prim.
$285.95

Hedman Elite
HED-69640 (painted)
HED-69648 (ceramic coated)
3/8 flange, 14ga, 1.5” prim.
$294.00

Sanderson
CC3 (available in both painted or coated)
Info unknown
$375.00

Hooker
HOK-2466HKR (painted)
HOK-2466-1HKR (coated)
5/16 flange, 16ga, 15/8” prim.
$369.95

All prices are for coated. What do you think the best deal is?

Inthuwind · 02-08-2007, 08:28 PM

For Big Block and bagged, I heard Sanderson C5 full length will clear very well.

*Shane* · 02-08-2007, 10:32 PM

Dynomax 3/4 length for chevelle/malibu here ....

gringoloco · 02-09-2007, 12:47 AM

Chevelle headers were NOT a bolt-in for me. Big time intereference with the motor mounts. Swapping to 73-87 motor mounts cures this problem, but does nothing for the 1/4-3/8" frame 'clearancing' needed. Your results may vary. If I had it to do again, I'd probably spring for the Hedman shorties that fit perfectly with no issues, even considering the screamin' deal I got on the Chevelle style. <--My $.02.

-Chris

b&a72 · 02-09-2007, 12:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gringoloco

Chevelle headers were NOT a bolt-in for me. Big time intereference with the motor mounts. Swapping to 73-87 motor mounts cures this problem, but does nothing for the 1/4-3/8" frame 'clearancing' needed. Your results may vary. If I had it to do again, I'd probably spring for the Hedman shorties that fit perfectly with no issues, even considering the screamin' deal I got on the Chevelle style. <--My $.02.

-Chris

Where can I get the Hedman's? And are they the Elite's?

st1x10 · 02-09-2007, 02:42 PM

Thanks for all the help guys, I think I am going to go with the Hedman coated headers.

gringoloco · 02-09-2007, 03:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by b&a72

Where can I get the Hedman's? And are they the Elite's?

Summitracing.com. They are Elites.

*Shane* · 02-09-2007, 06:10 PM

Sorry to hear that gringo ... I know a few people that have used the DynoMax Chevelle\Malibu headers that had no problems.

Were your's DynoMax brand or an another? I ask only because I am curious if there is a difference between manufacturers.

jlaird · 02-09-2007, 07:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by st1x10

Thanks for all the help guys, I think I am going to go with the Hedman coated headers.

good choice. I think those are the ones I'm going to go with as well.

gringoloco · 02-10-2007, 01:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shane

Sorry to hear that gringo ... I know a few people that have used the DynoMax Chevelle\Malibu headers that had no problems.

Were your's DynoMax brand or an another? I ask only because I am curious if there is a difference between manufacturers.

They were the eBay headers. I got them for way less than what they normally go for, so I'm not real upset about doing some small mods to make 'em work. They are surprisingly quality pieces though; thick flanges, heavy tubing, nice coating. I imagine if I'd been using them on a Chevelle, I would have been completely satisfied.

-Chris

02-07-2007, 06:40 PM	#1
st1x10 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 588	headers with bags plz!! I am looking for a set of headers to replace the rusted ones on there now. I am looking at the Hedman Elites, but am wondering if I should get the shorty's since the truck in the future will be bagged. __________________ 1970 Chevy C10 "Under Construction" 2002 Chevy S10 V6

02-07-2007, 06:53 PM	#2
jimmydean Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Beaverton, OR Posts: 3,728	Re: headers with bags plz!! Depends on how low you expect to go. Some full length headers have plenty of room if you're not laid out. Mine are only about an inch bellow the frame rail, but my frame is about 8" off the ground when dumped, so it's not an issue. __________________ New Project: 1966 LWB C20 Plans: 1/2 ton conversion Dropmember front Dropmember rear Corvette discs Restored raised bed http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=4295210

02-07-2007, 07:16 PM	#3
st1x10 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 588	Re: headers with bags plz!! Well currently the headers are completely below the frame. I am planning to go pretty low. Bags and spindles up front. What kinda headers are u using? __________________ 1970 Chevy C10 "Under Construction" 2002 Chevy S10 V6

02-08-2007, 12:22 AM	#4
gringoloco A guy with a truck Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Germany, for now Posts: 5,921	Re: headers with bags plz!! You can't go wrong with Hedman Elites. 3/8" flange, 14ga tubing, ball flange collectors, nice coating. If you're bagging it, longtubes will be too low. __________________ -Chris Instagram _elgringoloco_ '70 Short-Wide How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 ‘70 Blazer ConversionHow To: Ruin a Perfectly Good 4wd '72 Highlander How To: Ruin a Perfectly Good K/5 (SOLD) '72 Blazer 2WD How to: Ruin a perfectly good Blazer (SOLD) '05 Yukon Daily Driven (not so stock) Yukon (SOLD) ‘07 Yukon Denali (daily) Members met list: SCOTI, darkhorse970, 67cheby, 67cheby'sGirl, klmore, porterbuilt, n2billet, Fastrucken, classicchev, Col Clank, GSFMECH, HuggerCST, Spray-Bomb, BACKYARD88, 5150, fine69, fatbass, smbrouss70, 65StreetCruiser, GAc10boy

02-08-2007, 12:43 AM	#5
jlaird Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: johnstown, NY Posts: 2,393	Re: headers with bags plz!! search for headers in title only in suspension forum: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...earchid=370978

02-08-2007, 04:47 AM	#6
Kevin45 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Urbana, Ohio Posts: 591	Re: headers with bags plz!! Edelbrock shorties let's you use your factory exhaust. So I imagine just about all shorties are the same. They stick out just a little further than the stock exhaust manifol maybe by an inch or so. Kevin __________________ '93 Silverado Reg. Cab Shortbox .060 over 350 Quick and fun!!!

02-08-2007, 11:25 AM	#7
bagged69c10 soon to be bagged64sub Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: DFW-currently phoenix Posts: 635	Re: headers with bags plz!! 11108FLT is the part number for the ones that everyone I know uses. They are shortys from Flowtech originally for an older camaro but work great on our trucks. __________________ 1969 c-10, bagged, Zd, 20" Boyds SOLD! 1964 Suburban COMING SOON Build threadhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=304726 1965 c-10 long bed 1993 Sierra x-cab 1999 tahoe-4/5 on 22s 2005 Chevy work truck

02-08-2007, 02:36 PM	#8
st1x10 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 588	Re: headers with bags plz!! Aight. I found these Anybody using them? __________________ 1970 Chevy C10 "Under Construction" 2002 Chevy S10 V6

02-08-2007, 05:59 PM	#9
bagged69c10 soon to be bagged64sub Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: DFW-currently phoenix Posts: 635	Re: headers with bags plz!! What? __________________ 1969 c-10, bagged, Zd, 20" Boyds SOLD! 1964 Suburban COMING SOON Build threadhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=304726 1965 c-10 long bed 1993 Sierra x-cab 1999 tahoe-4/5 on 22s 2005 Chevy work truck

02-08-2007, 07:39 PM	#10
jlaird Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: johnstown, NY Posts: 2,393	Re: headers with bags plz!! Here's a list of shortys/blockhuggers: Flowtech 11108FLT (painted) 31108FLT (ceramic coated) 5/16 flange, 18ga, 1.5” prim. $239.95 Dynomax WLK-86118 (ceramic coated) 5/16 flange, 18ga, 1.5” prim. $285.95 Hedman Elite HED-69640 (painted) HED-69648 (ceramic coated) 3/8 flange, 14ga, 1.5” prim. $294.00 Sanderson CC3 (available in both painted or coated) Info unknown $375.00 Hooker HOK-2466HKR (painted) HOK-2466-1HKR (coated) 5/16 flange, 16ga, 15/8” prim. $369.95 All prices are for coated. What do you think the best deal is? Last edited by jlaird; 02-08-2007 at 08:04 PM. Reason: added info

02-08-2007, 08:28 PM	#11
Inthuwind Straight jacket required Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: OKC, OK Posts: 882	Re: headers with bags plz!! For Big Block and bagged, I heard Sanderson C5 full length will clear very well. __________________ 1968 C10 Short Stepper 350/350 A/C P/S P/B Front disc 3/5 static/ 12bolt rear 3:73 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary/455/4spd 2011 H-D Street Glide - CAMMED n lowered Dad always said,"Son, if you can't be good...be good at it."

02-08-2007, 10:32 PM	#12
Shane Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: over yonder Posts: 14,270	Re: headers with bags plz!! Dynomax 3/4 length for chevelle/malibu here ....

02-09-2007, 12:47 AM	#13
gringoloco A guy with a truck Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Germany, for now Posts: 5,921	Re: headers with bags plz!! Chevelle headers were NOT a bolt-in for me. Big time intereference with the motor mounts. Swapping to 73-87 motor mounts cures this problem, but does nothing for the 1/4-3/8" frame 'clearancing' needed. Your results may vary. If I had it to do again, I'd probably spring for the Hedman shorties that fit perfectly with no issues, even considering the screamin' deal I got on the Chevelle style. <--My $.02. -Chris __________________ -Chris Instagram _elgringoloco_ '70 Short-Wide How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 ‘70 Blazer ConversionHow To: Ruin a Perfectly Good 4wd '72 Highlander How To: Ruin a Perfectly Good K/5 (SOLD) '72 Blazer 2WD How to: Ruin a perfectly good Blazer (SOLD) '05 Yukon Daily Driven (not so stock) Yukon (SOLD) ‘07 Yukon Denali (daily) Members met list: SCOTI, darkhorse970, 67cheby, 67cheby'sGirl, klmore, porterbuilt, n2billet, Fastrucken, classicchev, Col Clank, GSFMECH, HuggerCST, Spray-Bomb, BACKYARD88, 5150, fine69, fatbass, smbrouss70, 65StreetCruiser, GAc10boy

02-09-2007, 02:42 PM	#15
st1x10 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 588	Re: headers with bags plz!! Thanks for all the help guys, I think I am going to go with the Hedman coated headers. __________________ 1970 Chevy C10 "Under Construction" 2002 Chevy S10 V6

02-09-2007, 06:10 PM	#17
Shane Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: over yonder Posts: 14,270	Re: headers with bags plz!! Sorry to hear that gringo ... I know a few people that have used the DynoMax Chevelle\Malibu headers that had no problems. Were your's DynoMax brand or an another? I ask only because I am curious if there is a difference between manufacturers.



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