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prostreetC-10 · 07-31-2013, 09:53 AM

I can tell you on a BBC, the headers NEVER come out sitting the same. Driver's side is always longer and the angles will be different. I just installed temp mufflers on my ride and it's pretty funny to get under there and see how different they hang. It was the exact same way on my Camaro.

mmiddle · 07-31-2013, 11:47 AM

Depending on the model of Heddman headers. The high end ones migh be a better fit. But if you bought the cheapies... Then I would be supprised if they lined up well.
Also, the made to fit exhaust system you have is most likey designed to fit their brand of headers and asume that other manufacturers are close enough.

A little tweaking is in order for you.

I would check the motor mounts just to make sure the motor is not leaning

Steve Cole · 07-31-2013, 12:16 PM

I called Hedman and Magnaflow. No luck with either one. Magnaflow said their system may require some cutting,tweaking or welding to work with different headers and that the system was designed to fit the truck not a particular header/manifold setup.

BTW... These headers are not "cheapies" they are the "elite" series, ceramic coated long tube headers. Cost about $600. I Will make this work, just going to be a PITA!
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07-31-2013, 09:53 AM	#1
prostreetC-10 My Carbon Footprint Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Orygun Posts: 5,527	Re: Please read.. Is This normal I can tell you on a BBC, the headers NEVER come out sitting the same. Driver's side is always longer and the angles will be different. I just installed temp mufflers on my ride and it's pretty funny to get under there and see how different they hang. It was the exact same way on my Camaro. __________________ A quick "pedalfest" *Still getting loose (carb test)* 496 Initial fire up video!

07-31-2013, 11:47 AM	#2
mmiddle Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Forestburg, Texas Posts: 659	Re: Please read.. Is This normal Depending on the model of Heddman headers. The high end ones migh be a better fit. But if you bought the cheapies... Then I would be supprised if they lined up well. Also, the made to fit exhaust system you have is most likey designed to fit their brand of headers and asume that other manufacturers are close enough. A little tweaking is in order for you. I would check the motor mounts just to make sure the motor is not leaning __________________ Mark Jesus is the Way! 2003 2500HD CCLB Duramax/Ali (Clifford) 2014 2SS/RS black on black Camaro (Betty) 2006 Pontiac SOLSTICE silver/black (Lula-Bell) 1970 C/10 Short Wide (Peggy) 1964 C/10 Short Step (Hambone) RIP Jimmy Hamilton Thank you for the trucks

07-31-2013, 12:16 PM	#3
Steve Cole Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: Faith,NC Posts: 1,626	Re: Please read.. Is This normal I called Hedman and Magnaflow. No luck with either one. Magnaflow said their system may require some cutting,tweaking or welding to work with different headers and that the system was designed to fit the truck not a particular header/manifold setup. BTW... These headers are not "cheapies" they are the "elite" series, ceramic coated long tube headers. Cost about $600. I Will make this work, just going to be a PITA! Posted via Mobile Device



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