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reefermadness · 03-22-2003, 02:12 PM

Hi all,
My ehxaust manifold recently took a sh*t, and I am thinking of running headers (or would that be a header?) on my 72 in-line 6(250 CU). I was wondering what this job entails, and if it is worth it. I would appreciate any input, as I am pretty ignorant on this subject. Thanks

lpaine · 03-22-2003, 02:25 PM

I think there was/is a company called clifford research they are 6-cylinder specialists. Should have a web site.

dubie · 03-22-2003, 02:32 PM

check out www.stoveboltengineco.com

reefermadness · 03-22-2003, 02:34 PM

thanks, I'm checkin 'em both out now

Canada20 · 03-22-2003, 09:15 PM

Clifford has headers and I think Hooker used to make some. They pop up on e-bay from time to time

Greg

Fred T · 03-22-2003, 10:10 PM

One problem with headers ont the inline is you lose your manifold heat. Don't know how cold it gets where you are, but here in Kansas those that run headers usually go with water heat on the manifold. Not as fast as exhaust heat, but better than nothing.

Kas68c10 · 03-22-2003, 10:13 PM

I have Heddmans on mine, easy install, no leak problems. Will probably go with Clifford next time. To use their intake and water heat plate. Definately need a heat plate, makes a big difference.

**67sss** · 03-22-2003, 10:37 PM

How about just replacing the exhaust manifold? I sold a 6cyl to a guy a while back and he was going to use it in a boat so he wouldn't need the exhaust manifold, do you want me to ask if he wants to part with it?

reefermadness · 03-22-2003, 11:12 PM

Thanks to everyone for the help, I found a manifold that I think might work. I have to drill out a broken stud and helicoil it, but it's alot cheaper than headers. Now that you guys have given me some info on the subject, I think that I will save up for the headers. I live in southern Arizona,so I don't think heat will be a problem. Again, thanks for the input. This site is great!

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 03-23-2003, 04:55 AM

HI, I'm in Tucson. I have Clifford headers on my '68 stepside. Put them on in '78.
They have outlasted the L-6 292 they were bolted to and after I get them metal/ceramic coated, I'll put them back on to the next 292.

MOTHERTRUCKERS · 03-23-2003, 09:13 AM

We have Hedmans for under 150.00.

Brad · 03-23-2003, 01:55 PM

I'm putting in the Stovebolt shorty headers along with 2" pipe and Flowtech mufflers within the next 2 weeks. Let me know if anyone is interested in the results...

03-22-2003, 02:12 PM	#1
reefermadness Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Sierra Vista, Arizona Posts: 12	I-6 Headers Hi all, My ehxaust manifold recently took a sh*t, and I am thinking of running headers (or would that be a header?) on my 72 in-line 6(250 CU). I was wondering what this job entails, and if it is worth it. I would appreciate any input, as I am pretty ignorant on this subject. Thanks

03-22-2003, 02:25 PM	#2
lpaine Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Parksville, B.C. Canada Posts: 637	I think there was/is a company called clifford research they are 6-cylinder specialists. Should have a web site. __________________ 1969 G.M.C 3/4 Ton 920 (Canadian Version) 307 3 speed, currently apart 1998 Chevy 1/2 ton ex cab V-6 5 speed 1967 Chevy SWB - project truck; not started just yet

03-22-2003, 02:32 PM	#3
dubie Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Flin Flon, Manitoba, Canada Posts: 8,855	check out www.stoveboltengineco.com __________________ My name's Tim and I'm a truckaholic My 56 Chevy shop truck build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=562795

03-22-2003, 09:15 PM	#5
Canada20 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada Posts: 802	Clifford has headers and I think Hooker used to make some. They pop up on e-bay from time to time Greg __________________ No such thing as a stupid question, right?

03-22-2003, 10:10 PM	#6
Fred T Cantankerous Geezer Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Bel Aire, KS Posts: 6,264	One problem with headers ont the inline is you lose your manifold heat. Don't know how cold it gets where you are, but here in Kansas those that run headers usually go with water heat on the manifold. Not as fast as exhaust heat, but better than nothing. __________________ Fred There is no such thing as too much cam...just not enough engine.

03-22-2003, 02:34 PM	#4
reefermadness Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Sierra Vista, Arizona Posts: 12	thanks, I'm checkin 'em both out now

03-22-2003, 10:13 PM	#7
Kas68c10 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Freeland,Michigan,USA Posts: 312	I have Heddmans on mine, easy install, no leak problems. Will probably go with Clifford next time. To use their intake and water heat plate. Definately need a heat plate, makes a big difference. __________________ 1968 SWB Stepside, 250,pwr disc brake and tilt pwr steering, 5 spd tranny, HEI,Accel coil,K&N filter,Seat from a later truck with built in seatbelts, front and rear sway bars, moved gas tank to under the bed, headman hedders, new chrome bumpers,one wire alternator,Weber k550cub carburator...WORK IN PROGRESS, Freeland MI , Just bought a 72 Jimmy!!!!!!!!!!!

03-22-2003, 10:37 PM	#8
67sss Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mt. Vernon, WA.. Posts: 2,322	How about just replacing the exhaust manifold? I sold a 6cyl to a guy a while back and he was going to use it in a boat so he wouldn't need the exhaust manifold, do you want me to ask if he wants to part with it?

03-22-2003, 11:12 PM	#9
reefermadness Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Sierra Vista, Arizona Posts: 12	Thanks to everyone for the help, I found a manifold that I think might work. I have to drill out a broken stud and helicoil it, but it's alot cheaper than headers. Now that you guys have given me some info on the subject, I think that I will save up for the headers. I live in southern Arizona,so I don't think heat will be a problem. Again, thanks for the input. This site is great!

03-23-2003, 04:55 AM	#10
'68OrangeSunshine Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Tucson, AZ USA Posts: 7,282	HI, I'm in Tucson. I have Clifford headers on my '68 stepside. Put them on in '78. They have outlasted the L-6 292 they were bolted to and after I get them metal/ceramic coated, I'll put them back on to the next 292. __________________ Every 25 years I like to rebuild that 292, whether it needs it or not.

03-23-2003, 09:13 AM	#11
MOTHERTRUCKERS Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: BRADENTON FLA Posts: 3,269	We have Hedmans for under 150.00. __________________ Rest in Peace Ed. Thanks for all the good times.

03-23-2003, 01:55 PM	#12
Brad Out of the carpool lane. Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Clark Co, WA Posts: 5,673	I'm putting in the Stovebolt shorty headers along with 2" pipe and Flowtech mufflers within the next 2 weeks. Let me know if anyone is interested in the results... __________________ 1968 C-10 SWB, 5.7 Vortec/700R4/3.73 posi, Torch Red 1968 Camaro, 250/Powerglide, all original (No, I'm not gonna drop a 350 in it!...Jeez!) 2000 Honda VFR in the faster yellow! 2008 Husqvarna TE-610 1967 C-10 SWB 'Six Appeal'-Gone but not forgotten...



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