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the-parts-guy · 02-22-2005, 02:57 PM

Im having some problems with header clearance. On a frame up restoration, I put in a new ZZ4 (350) Chev crate engine with a T350 tranny and am having some problems with clearance between the headers and the frame, and between the headers and the spark plug boots. I have tried a set of Hookers and a set of Heddmans. (I can get part numbers if needed) The Hooker headers seemed to fit better than the Heddmans, but still do not fit right. I would have to notch out a section on the frame so they do not rub, and also have to modify the plug wire routing. I am just wondering if anyone else has had these problems and what was done to fix them.

the-parts-guy · 02-22-2005, 03:04 PM

just thought i should add that this engine does have aluminum heads and the spark plugs come out on an angle

72402 · 02-22-2005, 03:36 PM

Man, you just messed up my day. I'm putting a ZZ430 in a 67 for a guy and he's already ordered a set from Hedman. Supposed to be here next week, I guess we'll see how they fit. I wanted to order a set from Street & Performance, but he found these a little cheaper. By the way, does the ZZ4 also have the d-shaped exhaust or is that only on the 430? The price from S&P for a ceramic coated, mid-length header for this was $530, custom made in about a week.

LUV2XCLR8 · 02-22-2005, 03:51 PM

MAN I HAVE BEEN THROUGH THIS ALOT LATELY, READ THIS MESS

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php3?t=140413

02-22-2005, 02:57 PM	#1
the-parts-guy Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: wakaw,sk,canada Posts: 42	headers on 1970 c10 Im having some problems with header clearance. On a frame up restoration, I put in a new ZZ4 (350) Chev crate engine with a T350 tranny and am having some problems with clearance between the headers and the frame, and between the headers and the spark plug boots. I have tried a set of Hookers and a set of Heddmans. (I can get part numbers if needed) The Hooker headers seemed to fit better than the Heddmans, but still do not fit right. I would have to notch out a section on the frame so they do not rub, and also have to modify the plug wire routing. I am just wondering if anyone else has had these problems and what was done to fix them.

02-22-2005, 03:51 PM	#4
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,468	MAN I HAVE BEEN THROUGH THIS ALOT LATELY, READ THIS MESS http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php3?t=140413 __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

02-22-2005, 03:04 PM	#2
the-parts-guy Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: wakaw,sk,canada Posts: 42	just thought i should add that this engine does have aluminum heads and the spark plugs come out on an angle

02-22-2005, 03:36 PM	#3
72402 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Cameron, Oklahoma Posts: 199	Man, you just messed up my day. I'm putting a ZZ430 in a 67 for a guy and he's already ordered a set from Hedman. Supposed to be here next week, I guess we'll see how they fit. I wanted to order a set from Street & Performance, but he found these a little cheaper. By the way, does the ZZ4 also have the d-shaped exhaust or is that only on the 430? The price from S&P for a ceramic coated, mid-length header for this was $530, custom made in about a week.



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