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08-29-2013, 03:28 AM
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Recommended headers?
Looking for suggestions on a set of headers for my truck (70 w/350SB and AT) that will give me the most space from the starter, to minimize the heat soak. I currently have a set of Shorties on it hat fit nice but the collector is right next to the Starter motor, and I've burnt two starters to date. I considered going bak to factory Rams Horn manifolds, both for the look and feasibility. I'd kinda like to stay away from the long tube headers as the collectors hang a little too low for my liking. Yhanks up front to any suggestions.
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08-29-2013, 05:39 AM
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Re: Recommended headers?
I have flow tech shorty headers on mine. They are for a 67 Camaro/Chevelle. They tuck nicely and I have had no problems with the starter getting too hot.
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08-29-2013, 11:36 AM
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Re: Recommended headers?
How are those FlowTech shorties for plug access?
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08-29-2013, 12:16 PM
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Re: Recommended headers?
Have you tried a smaller starter? I think there was a Corvette starter that is smaller so it would give you more clearance.
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08-29-2013, 01:37 PM
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Re: Recommended headers?
I have used a starter for a 1994 Caprice with a 4.3 V8 in the past on an S-10 drag truck with a small block. It worked great and was considerably smaller.
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08-29-2013, 02:27 PM
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Re: Recommended headers?
I just bought the Sanderson shorties and they seem to fit really nice.
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08-31-2013, 01:22 AM
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Re: Recommended headers?
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08-31-2013, 06:26 AM
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Re: Recommended headers?
You could try putting some reflective thermal barrier fabric between the collector and starter. I had a similar issue on my Harley with the rear cylinder exhaust too close to the battery box. Put some DEI heat reflective fabric around the battery and no problems since.
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08-31-2013, 06:46 AM
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Re: Recommended headers?
Picture of starter with wrap attached.
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