Headers?

[brawley]

Im looking into getting a set of headers for my 65' it has a small block,and i would like to try and fit full length headers. What works best for these trucks? thanks

[javadoc]

I just finished installing headers that said they were for a Monte Carlo in my truck (it has a 283), and they went in well. I'm monkeying around with the clutch Z-bar, but I think I have it worked out now. I had to remove the big canister oil filter while installing the driver' side, just during installation. Passenger side, I removed the starter to make room, and it fits with a bit of room once everything is snugged down. The headers terminate just behind the tranny cross member. I don't have pics yet, sorry.

[billydonn]

Hedman 69260- $149 at Summit. Highly recommended... I have used them for many years. You must remove the starter and z-bar to get them installed. Z bar does not need modification when it is reinstalled. They do not hang too low.

Hedman 69268 is the number for heavy duty ceramic version.

[64GMCHorsepower]

I love those siamese runners on the tpi, where did you get them?

I have been looking at headers too. Did those come with the O2 bung also? Or did you add that on?

Thanks

Chad

[DWC]

I've been looking in to these headman headers 69648. There made for a small block to jeep engine swap but headman's web site says they'll fit our trucks. Sort of in between a true shortie and the full length version above. My truck is bagged and I'm concerned the 69260 may drag when I air out the bags.

Has anybody tried a set of these?

[MikeN]

I use Hookers on my 64 that are made specifically for this application. No fit issues with the clutch linkage at all, other than trimming a little excess length off of the threaded rod connecting the z-bar to the fork.

[jchav62]

Originally Posted by billydonn

Hedman 69260- $149 at Summit. Highly recommended... I have used them for many years. You must remove the starter and z-bar to get them installed. They do not hang too low.

Hedman 69268 is the number for heavy duty ceramic version.

Those are the same headers I have...they work great!

[billydonn]

Originally Posted by jchav62

Those are the same headers I have...they work great!

We are great men, are we not?

[billydonn]

Here's how the headers Joe and I use come out down below. It isn't much below the crossmember at all. (My truck is lowered about four or five inches in front.) I hope someone else will post info on headers that have worked for them.

[sixtyfour]

Originally Posted by billydonn

Here's how the headers Joe and I use come out down below. It isn't much below the crossmember at all. (My truck is lowered about four or five inches in front.) I hope someone else will post info on headers that have worked for them.

Man those look like the way to go BillyDonn. What size exhaust pipe did you go with?

[billydonn]

Ran 2 1/4 for a long time but have now gone to 2 1/2. Video with sound is in my signature, FYI.

[dedjr67]

not trying to hijack the thread but has anyone used the hedman 69260 in a column shift truck. If not what headers would fit.

[billydonn]

Originally Posted by dedjr67

not trying to hijack the thread but has anyone used the hedman 69260 in a column shift truck. If not what headers would fit.

IMO its not a hijacking at all, but a contribution. I used the 69260 on both my floor shift and when my truck was a three-on-the-tree. No problems.

[billydonn]

Originally Posted by DWC

I've been looking in to these headman headers 69648. There made for a small block to jeep engine swap but headman's web site says they'll fit our trucks. Sort of in between a true shortie and the full length version above. My truck is bagged and I'm concerned the 69260 may drag when I air out the bags.

Has anybody tried a set of these?

I haven't tried them of course but they look like a very good bet for an automatic tranny. The sweep back might get into conflict with the z-bar on manual setups. Post up your findings if you go with them.

[bkemdano33]

Hey Guys,

I wanted to lay down a post on this thread for those who search the forum in the future.

I just installed a set of Flowtech 11500 headers on my 66 Chevy C10. My truck has a 283 V8 with a bolt action 3 speed transmission. Summit Racing sells the headers for $109 + shipping but I actually found them at my local Vato Zone for $107 flat. (ie, nice price). The headers bolted up very nicely but the Clutch Linkage Z-Bar Must be modified before it can be reattached. This is done by cutting the clutch rod lug off of the z-bar and welding it back on about 3/4 of an inch to the engine side.

You will also need an aftermarket alternator mounting bracket, if you install most any brand of headers. This is a 2 piece deal that can also be found on Summit's website.

Hope this helps.

[salazar44]

Brawley.... Check out this link This Link I just posted the same question not long ago. I also got the flowtechs mentioned above. I have powerglide auto so no problems with the zbar. Fit nice. The link has a video of how they sound. I do like the ceramic coated ones that hoser and billydon have, but i was too impatient to wait for shipping and too cheap to fork out the extra $50 + shipping.

[billydonn]

In light of previous two posts, I would have to conclude that Flowtech 1150 (pictured) is good for automatic but has complications with stick shift.

[bkemdano33]

Billydonn,
I think you are correct. The modification to the Z-bar was definitely required for my 3 on the tree V8. The lug that pushes the clutch fork rod hits the #7 header tube. I saw an earlier post on this forum from the past where a guy said that it fit fine but I sure don't see how.
I have a png file explaining the required modifications if you want me to send it to you. (evidently, it would not upload to this forum)

Salizar44,
I spent about a hundred bucks on the Flowtec's but decided to wrap them with heat shielding header tape. It took 2 rolls at 50 bucks per roll. I should have gotten the ceramic coated version but have to say the tape looks very cool on it. I looked at the pics of your truck. As you can see, mine is probably it's 1 yr newer twin sister that you started with (ugly porta potty green). I recently decided that I will repaint it flat black and chrome the front out.....so I found it odd when I saw your pics. Yours looks sweet.
One more oddity. The cat that I bought mine from here in Austin was named Lewis Salizar.

Keep Rollin Brothers,
Dano
bkemdano33@yahoo.com