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dhenthorn · 09-08-2002, 12:27 AM

I am trying to put my Factory A/C back together and need some suggestions on what to do about the header bolts. I have bought the Hedman adapter for mounting the A/C compressor on the right side of the engine and it works out perfectly. My problem is that I have to use a 3/8"x16x1" bolt which places the 12 point head right next to the header tube which is a real pain to get a wrench onto. Can anyone suggest a better fix for this.

Thanks,

jlmtrout · 09-08-2002, 02:44 AM

Have you looked at the ARP header bolts? They use a 3/8" head and are very strong. Good luck and keep on truckin'!......Jerry

MOTHERTRUCKERS · 09-08-2002, 10:32 AM

allen head bolts maybe?

dhenthorn · 09-08-2002, 12:22 PM

I tried that but the head was too big to clear the header tube.

Mike C · 09-08-2002, 09:01 PM

Buy a set of "long" header bolts. I ran that same bracket on my Heddmans for 10 years, but switched to 2 1/2" rams horns and the factory bracket. FYI, don't lose your original like I did, cost $60 to replace...

09-08-2002, 12:27 AM	#1
dhenthorn Registered User Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Wasilla, Alaska Posts: 51	Header bolts w/ Accessories I am trying to put my Factory A/C back together and need some suggestions on what to do about the header bolts. I have bought the Hedman adapter for mounting the A/C compressor on the right side of the engine and it works out perfectly. My problem is that I have to use a 3/8"x16x1" bolt which places the 12 point head right next to the header tube which is a real pain to get a wrench onto. Can anyone suggest a better fix for this. Thanks,

09-08-2002, 02:44 AM	#2
jlmtrout Registered User Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Memphis, Tn Posts: 194	Have you looked at the ARP header bolts? They use a 3/8" head and are very strong. Good luck and keep on truckin'!......Jerry __________________ '68 c-10 long wheelbase fleetside, been in family since new, originally 250 3 speed Now (389) 350 .060 over 3.75 stroke,Edelbrock Performer RPM 70cc heads and Intake 600 cfm Edelbrock,Small Comp Cams retro-roller cam and roller rockers,9:1 cr, headers, HEI,Old Air a/c, 72 power disc brakes w/stainless lines, 3.42 gear,T-56 6-speed, original paint(what's left of it). Dakota Digital Dash

09-08-2002, 10:32 AM	#3
MOTHERTRUCKERS Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: BRADENTON FLA Posts: 3,269	allen head bolts maybe? __________________ Rest in Peace Ed. Thanks for all the good times.

09-08-2002, 09:01 PM	#5
Mike C Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Austin, TX, USA Posts: 7,728	Buy a set of "long" header bolts. I ran that same bracket on my Heddmans for 10 years, but switched to 2 1/2" rams horns and the factory bracket. FYI, don't lose your original like I did, cost $60 to replace... __________________ 44 Willys MB 52 M38A1 64 Corvette Coupe 68 Camaro 'vert LT1 & TH700 69 Z/28 355 12.6's @110 69 Chevy Short Step 4 1/2"/7" drop 72 Jimmy 4WD 4spd 4" & 35's 02 GMC 2500HD 4x4 Duramax

09-08-2002, 12:22 PM	#4
dhenthorn Registered User Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Wasilla, Alaska Posts: 51	I tried that but the head was too big to clear the header tube.



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