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68 ReNay · 07-15-2006, 08:26 PM

I need some feedback.
i'm looking for a new set of headers for my truck. And i want a set "just for" my truck (1968, or 68-72). i don't want to mess with a universal type header or one that fits 20 years worth of chevy's, if you know what i mean.

this is what i have:
1968, 1/2 ton, 2WD, early 350 crate motor ('69-'86), no AC, straight plugs (no angle head plugs)...

any i REALLY want a set where the 3-bolt rings are welded at the end of the collector for a flush fit (as well as the reducers). also a set that has a "flush" plate that mounts across the head exhaust ports. my current set up has the four tubes protruding through the plate about a 1/4 inch.

there seems to be a lot of headers out there that will "work", but i'm looking for your experience in finding the "right" headers for my truck.

can i get something like that for $200 or less? is that unrealistic.

thanks so much for your help!!!!!

redandwhite_72 · 07-16-2006, 09:26 AM

I dont think you will find a set that dont protrud at least for $200 anyway. And it should actually seal better against the gaskets if it protruds a little. I bought a set of flowtec ceramic coated headers from summit for like $215. The protrud maybe an 1/8" nothing like 1/4" if i remember right.

Psycho71 · 07-16-2006, 12:25 PM

One word, Hooker. They will protrude at the primary flange, but otherwise meet all of your criteria. Give them a look, anyway.

Jay

68 ReNay · 07-17-2006, 07:44 PM

thanks for the input guys! the main leaks come from the collector/reducer flanges. i can never get a good seal - that's why i want to go with a welded in place flange for a better seal.

ya, i don't know what's up with the primary tube protrusion that bolts to the head. they stick out farther than "most" and the surface around the tube edges aren't smoothe (for a flush fit to the head) as if someone tried to trim them down themselves. i would take an angle grinder to them but i'm sure that would make the surface worse or uneven for the gasket..

anyway. i'll keep researching. does all the hooker headers have a welded collector flange?

07-15-2006, 08:26 PM	#1
68 ReNay Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: KANSAS Posts: 23	Header Help!!! I need some feedback. i'm looking for a new set of headers for my truck. And i want a set "just for" my truck (1968, or 68-72). i don't want to mess with a universal type header or one that fits 20 years worth of chevy's, if you know what i mean. this is what i have: 1968, 1/2 ton, 2WD, early 350 crate motor ('69-'86), no AC, straight plugs (no angle head plugs)... any i REALLY want a set where the 3-bolt rings are welded at the end of the collector for a flush fit (as well as the reducers). also a set that has a "flush" plate that mounts across the head exhaust ports. my current set up has the four tubes protruding through the plate about a 1/4 inch. there seems to be a lot of headers out there that will "work", but i'm looking for your experience in finding the "right" headers for my truck. can i get something like that for $200 or less? is that unrealistic. thanks so much for your help!!!!!

07-16-2006, 09:26 AM	#2
redandwhite_72 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Midwest Posts: 5	Re: Header Help!!! I dont think you will find a set that dont protrud at least for $200 anyway. And it should actually seal better against the gaskets if it protruds a little. I bought a set of flowtec ceramic coated headers from summit for like $215. The protrud maybe an 1/8" nothing like 1/4" if i remember right.

07-16-2006, 12:25 PM	#3
Psycho71 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Kaufman, Tx Posts: 827	Re: Header Help!!! One word, Hooker. They will protrude at the primary flange, but otherwise meet all of your criteria. Give them a look, anyway. Jay __________________ You only need two tools in life - WD-40 and Duct Tape. If it doesn't move and should, use the WD-40. If it shouldn't move and does, use the duct tape. If a hammer doesn't fix it, you have an electrical problem! Slot Cars, 1:24 Scale, 100MPH@100,000RPM, fastest things on wheels!

07-17-2006, 07:44 PM	#4
68 ReNay Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: KANSAS Posts: 23	Re: Header Help!!! thanks for the input guys! the main leaks come from the collector/reducer flanges. i can never get a good seal - that's why i want to go with a welded in place flange for a better seal. ya, i don't know what's up with the primary tube protrusion that bolts to the head. they stick out farther than "most" and the surface around the tube edges aren't smoothe (for a flush fit to the head) as if someone tried to trim them down themselves. i would take an angle grinder to them but i'm sure that would make the surface worse or uneven for the gasket.. anyway. i'll keep researching. does all the hooker headers have a welded collector flange?



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