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Boilermaker man · 01-26-2016, 07:01 PM

Hey, I'm new to the forum and read awhile back that guys were using big block Chevelle headers on there lowered trucks, and I installed a new TCI mustang two front end and wondering if these will work with the power steering?

vidman · 01-26-2016, 08:03 PM

Yes on the Chevelle headers, Fit great on lowered trucks. not sure about the ferd front-end

Boilermaker man · 01-26-2016, 08:51 PM

Thanks, so there is enough clearance for the power steering

vidman · 01-26-2016, 09:10 PM

power steering works fine with the chevelle headers but the ford stuff i have no idea if things will work..

midniteblues · 01-26-2016, 09:40 PM

vidman, those fit just like my bbc camaro/nova headers up in the frame.
i see you made a c member mine required the same and it looks almost like yours.

only i have a manual 4spd and z bar mods were required.

op,just goes to show that most will work its just a matter of how much you wanna work with them.

besides the ps lines too the pump i really dont see headers interfearing with a muskrat rack in these trucks. but then again i never did a rack&pinion in one

BossHogg69 · 01-26-2016, 10:38 PM

search "chevelle headers" on this site, many threads and many detailed pics. I'm using chevelle headers on my BB too.

Boilermaker man · 01-27-2016, 12:10 AM

Thanks Adam

hdff · 05-03-2016, 06:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BossHogg69

search "chevelle headers" on this site, many threads and many detailed pics. I'm using chevelle headers on my BB too.

any pics of them installed on your BB? is it an automatic? what kind of other mods were required to get them to fit? I am in the market for some headers right now.....

BossHogg69 · 05-03-2016, 07:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BossHogg69

search "chevelle headers" on this site, many threads and many detailed pics. I'm using chevelle headers on my BB too.

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vidman · 05-04-2016, 04:34 PM

Some pics for hdff. If you use the Chevelle headers you will have to use an aftermarket or custom trans crossmember or have a custom exhaust made to fit because the collectors exit just in front of the crossmember

hdff · 05-05-2016, 11:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vidman

Some pics for hdff. If you use the Chevelle headers you will have to use an aftermarket or custom trans crossmember or have a custom exhaust made to fit because the collectors exit just in front of the crossmember

is there enough room to use them with a custom exhaust with a stock trans crossmember? I am not replacing the crossmember. this is how I am piped now. looks like your headers end past the cab frame mount point

vidman · 05-05-2016, 04:27 PM

The chevelle headers will end up 6" or so higher than those so all you will have to do is get some 45 degree bends and make em fit. I ran all my exhaust above the bottom of the frame and through the rear crossmember so you can,t see anything when you look under the truck. If you can,t make your own exhaust you will have to have a shop do it. you will also have very little room for the stock location oil filter. Im using a remote so it was no big deal..

72Cheyenne454 · 05-05-2016, 10:16 PM

I'm running Chevelle mid length headers on mine.

hdff · 05-06-2016, 04:10 AM

Why chevelle mid length and not truck mid length?

01-26-2016, 07:01 PM	#1
Boilermaker man Registered User Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 6	Chevelle headers for big block Hey, I'm new to the forum and read awhile back that guys were using big block Chevelle headers on there lowered trucks, and I installed a new TCI mustang two front end and wondering if these will work with the power steering?

01-26-2016, 08:03 PM	#2
vidman Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Fitchburg,Mass Posts: 737	Re: Chevelle headers for big block Yes on the Chevelle headers, Fit great on lowered trucks. not sure about the ferd front-end Attached Images __________________ 62 Willys 4wd Pickup : 72 C-10 swb 504 stroker 09 Taco 3" lift 33" tires: 90 K-5 blazer (plow truck): RIP Ross Little brother

01-26-2016, 08:51 PM	#3
Boilermaker man Registered User Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 6	Re: Chevelle headers for big block Thanks, so there is enough clearance for the power steering

01-26-2016, 09:10 PM	#4
vidman Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Fitchburg,Mass Posts: 737	Re: Chevelle headers for big block power steering works fine with the chevelle headers but the ford stuff i have no idea if things will work.. __________________ 62 Willys 4wd Pickup : 72 C-10 swb 504 stroker 09 Taco 3" lift 33" tires: 90 K-5 blazer (plow truck): RIP Ross Little brother

01-26-2016, 09:40 PM	#5
midniteblues Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: strausstown pa Posts: 3,394	Re: Chevelle headers for big block vidman, those fit just like my bbc camaro/nova headers up in the frame. i see you made a c member mine required the same and it looks almost like yours. only i have a manual 4spd and z bar mods were required. op,just goes to show that most will work its just a matter of how much you wanna work with them. besides the ps lines too the pump i really dont see headers interfearing with a muskrat rack in these trucks. but then again i never did a rack&pinion in one __________________ 81 camaro 355 4/spd 342 posi my first love. 67 swb step 454/4spd ott 373 posi 4/7 drop. 2000 s10 zr2 little blue truck that never gets stuck. '74 heald super bronc vt8. tecumseh powered moon rover.

01-26-2016, 10:38 PM	#6
BossHogg69 motor exploder Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 2,346	Re: Chevelle headers for big block search "chevelle headers" on this site, many threads and many detailed pics. I'm using chevelle headers on my BB too. __________________ Adam 1969 Chevy CST/10 stepside, DART Big M/TREMEC Magnum Extreme/3.73's w/Detroit Truetrac 1965 Chevy Bel Air Wagon (daily driver), 327/TH350,10 bolt w/3.08's 1961 Chevy Bel Air Sport Coupe, ZZ454/M21/9" rear w/3.50's & Detroit Truetrac 2005 GMC 1500 ccsb 2wd, 6.0L/4L65e/3.73 G80 2006 GMC 2500HD ccsb 4x4, DMax LBZ/Allison 6spd/4.56's w/Detroit TrueTrac Use the SEARCH function on this forum - it is your friend!!

01-27-2016, 12:10 AM	#7
Boilermaker man Registered User Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 6	Re: Chevelle headers for big block Thanks Adam

05-04-2016, 04:34 PM	#10
vidman Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Fitchburg,Mass Posts: 737	Re: Chevelle headers for big block Some pics for hdff. If you use the Chevelle headers you will have to use an aftermarket or custom trans crossmember or have a custom exhaust made to fit because the collectors exit just in front of the crossmember Attached Images __________________ 62 Willys 4wd Pickup : 72 C-10 swb 504 stroker 09 Taco 3" lift 33" tires: 90 K-5 blazer (plow truck): RIP Ross Little brother

05-05-2016, 04:27 PM	#12
vidman Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Fitchburg,Mass Posts: 737	Re: Chevelle headers for big block The chevelle headers will end up 6" or so higher than those so all you will have to do is get some 45 degree bends and make em fit. I ran all my exhaust above the bottom of the frame and through the rear crossmember so you can,t see anything when you look under the truck. If you can,t make your own exhaust you will have to have a shop do it. you will also have very little room for the stock location oil filter. Im using a remote so it was no big deal.. Attached Images __________________ 62 Willys 4wd Pickup : 72 C-10 swb 504 stroker 09 Taco 3" lift 33" tires: 90 K-5 blazer (plow truck): RIP Ross Little brother

05-05-2016, 10:16 PM	#13
72Cheyenne454 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: San Diego Posts: 459	Re: Chevelle headers for big block I'm running Chevelle mid length headers on mine. Attached Images

05-06-2016, 04:10 AM	#14
hdff Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: pasadena,TEXAS Posts: 880	Re: Chevelle headers for big block Why chevelle mid length and not truck mid length? __________________ 1971 Cheyenne SWB 402BB, 700R4, 3.73 posi, PS, PB, A/C, Tilt, Tach "Wanda" Don't argue with idiots, People watching may not be able to tell the difference... There's someone in my head........But it's not me...... cheap tricks thread great info here!! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394

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