Would these headers be OK for my '57?

[spinned]

I have the same issue. I would like to install the CPP 400 power steering unit next to my SBC 350 in my 58. The existing manual steering box is about 5" from the frame and I understand from CPP that the 400 is 7 3/4 inches from the frame so it will stick out another 2-3/4 inches. I only have 1/2 inch clearance with the headers I am using now. So lets see some pictures of what you work out. Thanks!

[roger55]

Originally Posted by spinned

I have the same issue. I would like to install the CPP 400 power steering unit next to my SBC 350 in my 58. The existing manual steering box is about 5" from the frame and I understand from CPP that the 400 is 7 3/4 inches from the frame so it will stick out another 2-3/4 inches. I only have 1/2 inch clearance with the headers I am using now. So lets see some pictures of what you work out. Thanks!

I really don't think you can really guess about your headers until you have a 400 box in place. It's a completely different shape than the stock box. I'll take pics though.

Is your engine already in place to where it would be difficult to move if you had to? Also, would you be willing to switch to other headers or ram horns if you had to?

[roger55]

OK.

Here's what I got now. I moved the engine forward 3/4" and up 1/2" from where it was.
The header fits. But, it's still tight. Only 1/8" clearance in 2 places. One at the rag joint and the other at one of the box bolts.
I could come up more but I'm forward as much as it I would want it to go.

However, I've decided to go with the ram horn manifolds. If I move up further, it's still going to be close and the rear tube is going to be close to the p/s hose connector. Even closer by going up further. Orrie stated good reasons for choosing the ram horns anyway and I agree.

So, I'm going to keep the engine where it is now. It does look a little better to me there than it did before.