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Jimbotronics · 08-22-2004, 02:41 PM

I have an 87 engine in my '71 - I want to replace the entire exhaust system including going with headers. So when I order it do I order for a 71 so that it fits the design of the truck OR do i order for the engine - There shouldn't be any difference in headers for a 71 and a 87 should there? Plus if anyone has an entire exhaust set up w/headers for a LWB shoot me a PM.

Jim

Orange70chevy · 08-22-2004, 04:14 PM

I think you would order the headers for the 71. The engines are the same but the frames may not be the same?

71swb4x4 · 08-22-2004, 06:40 PM

Definetly order for the 71.

Jimbotronics · 08-22-2004, 06:43 PM

Thanks guys - thought that just but wanted to be sure.

oldtrucknut · 08-22-2004, 10:02 PM

What about air injection? Does it have AC? Keep this in mind, when ordering because headers for the 71 won't go on the engine as easy as headers for an 87. Ask the vendor about the differences there could be between the two different sets of headers.

Jimbotronics · 08-22-2004, 10:09 PM

good info - yes it does have ac. I call to order instead of doing it online so i can ask the questions.

68C15 · 08-22-2004, 10:40 PM

2 pieces of advice I would like to verbalize.

1. Hedman Headers
2. find a local speed shop & ask them. they need our support.

Longhorn Man · 08-22-2004, 11:03 PM

Hooker makes some bad ass headers too...but they are not cheap.
The funny thing is here, most header companies list the headers for 67 - 87.

Z28Owner · 08-23-2004, 09:28 AM

I am running some full length headers out of a 80's burb. Fit fine after some new motor mounts. Not sure on the brand, but look similar to my bro's flotech's.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Longhorn Man

Hooker makes some bad ass headers too...but they are not cheap.
The funny thing is here, most header companies list the headers for 67 - 87.

08-22-2004, 02:41 PM	#1
Jimbotronics YA YA Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Rockledge, Fl Posts: 1,273	dumb question on exhaust systems I have an 87 engine in my '71 - I want to replace the entire exhaust system including going with headers. So when I order it do I order for a 71 so that it fits the design of the truck OR do i order for the engine - There shouldn't be any difference in headers for a 71 and a 87 should there? Plus if anyone has an entire exhaust set up w/headers for a LWB shoot me a PM. Jim

08-22-2004, 06:40 PM	#3
71swb4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 10,497	Definetly order for the 71. __________________ Some people are like slinkies, they aren't good for anything, but you can't help but smile when you see one tumble down the stairs.

08-22-2004, 10:02 PM	#5
oldtrucknut 67-72 truck surgeon Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Indiana Posts: 155	What about air injection? Does it have AC? Keep this in mind, when ordering because headers for the 71 won't go on the engine as easy as headers for an 87. Ask the vendor about the differences there could be between the two different sets of headers. __________________ 1969 Chevy C10 1993 Toyota Camry LE 1999 Ford F250 Super Duty 4x4 diesel 2008 Dodge Charger Super Bee 1953 International R182

08-22-2004, 10:40 PM	#7
68C15 blood type; Retumbo Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: next to my reloading bench Posts: 10,269	2 pieces of advice I would like to verbalize. 1. Hedman Headers 2. find a local speed shop & ask them. they need our support. __________________ Man rule #77...if you own a 67 stepside with a caddy 472 you will never be in danger of loosing you man card

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08-22-2004, 04:14 PM	#2
Orange70chevy Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Penelope, Texas Posts: 393	I think you would order the headers for the 71. The engines are the same but the frames may not be the same?

08-22-2004, 06:43 PM	#4
Jimbotronics YA YA Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Rockledge, Fl Posts: 1,273	Thanks guys - thought that just but wanted to be sure.

08-22-2004, 10:09 PM	#6
Jimbotronics YA YA Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Rockledge, Fl Posts: 1,273	good info - yes it does have ac. I call to order instead of doing it online so i can ask the questions.

08-22-2004, 11:03 PM	#8
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Hooker makes some bad ass headers too...but they are not cheap. The funny thing is here, most header companies list the headers for 67 - 87.



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