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Old 03-12-2012, 08:03 PM   #1
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65 chev fleetside, Iam dropping in a 350 chev, do the shorties work better or are the longs a better install?
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Old 03-12-2012, 08:20 PM   #2
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Re: Headers

I bought hookers ( headers that is ) and they slipped right into place without issue.
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Old 03-13-2012, 01:13 AM   #3
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The long tubes are better for street performance. Are you running an auto trans or a manual? There are long tubes that will fit just fine. Hedman #69090 and Hooker #2452's. The Hedman #69260's are designed to fit these trucks with a small block.

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65 chev fleetside, Iam dropping in a 350 chev, do the shorties work better or are the longs a better install?
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Old 03-13-2012, 02:04 AM   #4
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Re: Headers

Be aware that the Hooker 2452's and Hedman #69090 have 1 5/8" primary tubes but the Hooker's have thicker flanges & 2.5" collectors vs. the Hedman having 3" collectors.

The Hedman #69260 have 1.5" primary tubes..

Somebody smarter than me will be able to explain the differences in pipe sizes to you.
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Old 03-13-2012, 11:06 AM   #5
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I have a 61 fleet with a 305 and shortys. They have 2.5" flanges and they work great. I dont know the brand, they came with the truck.
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Old 03-13-2012, 11:14 AM   #6
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I have hookers(long) on my 66 327 v8 and I had to slightly modify my clutch linkage to clear the headers(manual trans), it just required a slight bend is all which was in the install instructions
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Old 03-13-2012, 11:51 AM   #7
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I guess I should have given all the info, I will be installing a 350 TH tranny with the 350 motor. I do appreciate all the replys, thanks
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Old 03-13-2012, 12:37 PM   #8
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I have headman longtubes with a 350/350 setup work great
But they hang down below the frame and im lowering quite a bit so im gettimg something shorter
So depending on if your gonna lower your truck or not length may or
may not be a factor to look at
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