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RCOMBS · 06-05-2002, 09:03 AM

does anybody make "shorty" headers for a 67 truck w/ 350? or do you have to use standard length.

PushinPebbles · 06-05-2002, 09:56 AM

I really need the info too.......I was thinking about Gibson headers for the newer trucks...........just thinkin
Jack

Mike C · 06-05-2002, 10:34 AM

Shorty's from just about anybody should work. The street rod style or block huggers. Some of the newer style truck headers that exit towards the rear and have the ball and socket type pipe joint look like less of a hassle because of collector gaskets. I personally swear by my 2 1/2" 'vette rams horns over a shorty header. If I went headers, I'd go full length, if I went shorty, I'd do the 'vette manifolds.

Slammed67 · 06-05-2002, 01:57 PM

Sanderson makes a nice shorty header. A little pricey, but nice.

Sanderson Headers

lux hauler · 06-05-2002, 03:19 PM

This info was posted some time ago by Shane:
Jegs (p/n 289-86118). They are for small block 64-87 Chevelle/Malibu. They are listed in the current Jeg's catalog for $209.99 and are ceramic coated inside and out and are guaranteed for life not to discolor or peel the coating. They come with the collectors and all the bolts needed to install.

**MikeB** · 06-05-2002, 05:01 PM

I recently installed a set of DynoMax Chevelle shorty headers P/N 86118. As you can see from the picture posted by 1972c10_ohio, the #1 tube comes very close to the motor mount bracket, as does the #2 tube. In fact, I had to grind 1/8" off the passenger side bracket to see some daylight. Another drawback is they have only 1.5" primary tubes, which isn't great for revs, but light years better than the small ram's horns. Finally, a couple of the machined gaskets surfaces on mine were a little narrow, meaning you have to select your gaskets carefully. I ended up using stock metal-faced Fel-Pro manifold gaskets.

The Sanderson CC3 headers posted by slammed67 are higher quality but cost $375 in the ceramic coated version. My Dynomaxs cost $215 from Summit Racing. Either way, shorties are the way to go because you don't have those unsightly Hedman or Hooker collectors hanging down near the ground on a lowered truck. I'm sure full length headers are the best performing, but I'm not a racer looking for that extra half a tenth.

06-05-2002, 10:34 AM	#3
Mike C Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Austin, TX, USA Posts: 7,728	Shorty's from just about anybody should work. The street rod style or block huggers. Some of the newer style truck headers that exit towards the rear and have the ball and socket type pipe joint look like less of a hassle because of collector gaskets. I personally swear by my 2 1/2" 'vette rams horns over a shorty header. If I went headers, I'd go full length, if I went shorty, I'd do the 'vette manifolds. __________________ 44 Willys MB 52 M38A1 64 Corvette Coupe 68 Camaro 'vert LT1 & TH700 69 Z/28 355 12.6's @110 69 Chevy Short Step 4 1/2"/7" drop 72 Jimmy 4WD 4spd 4" & 35's 02 GMC 2500HD 4x4 Duramax

06-05-2002, 01:57 PM	#4
Slammed67 Progress = 0% Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Kansas City, MO Posts: 2,108	Sanderson makes a nice shorty header. A little pricey, but nice. Sanderson Headers __________________ Jason - '67 GMC swb \| '57 Bel-Air 4dr hardtop \| '56 210 4dr Wagon \| 2000 GMC Sierra Last edited by Slammed67; 06-05-2002 at 02:00 PM.

06-05-2002, 03:19 PM	#5
lux hauler Psycho-billy Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: about 40 miles west of Cleveland, Ohio Posts: 2,591	This info was posted some time ago by Shane: Jegs (p/n 289-86118). They are for small block 64-87 Chevelle/Malibu. They are listed in the current Jeg's catalog for $209.99 and are ceramic coated inside and out and are guaranteed for life not to discolor or peel the coating. They come with the collectors and all the bolts needed to install. Attached Images __________________ '72 C-10 350 w/Lunati Voodoo cam (207/213, .437/.454), Performer intake, 625 Road Demon Jr. and Hooker headers. Support your community, support yourself. Buy local, buy American (or Canadian).

06-05-2002, 05:01 PM	#6
MikeB Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: North Texas Posts: 3,599	I recently installed a set of DynoMax Chevelle shorty headers P/N 86118. As you can see from the picture posted by 1972c10_ohio, the #1 tube comes very close to the motor mount bracket, as does the #2 tube. In fact, I had to grind 1/8" off the passenger side bracket to see some daylight. Another drawback is they have only 1.5" primary tubes, which isn't great for revs, but light years better than the small ram's horns. Finally, a couple of the machined gaskets surfaces on mine were a little narrow, meaning you have to select your gaskets carefully. I ended up using stock metal-faced Fel-Pro manifold gaskets. The Sanderson CC3 headers posted by slammed67 are higher quality but cost $375 in the ceramic coated version. My Dynomaxs cost $215 from Summit Racing. Either way, shorties are the way to go because you don't have those unsightly Hedman or Hooker collectors hanging down near the ground on a lowered truck. I'm sure full length headers are the best performing, but I'm not a racer looking for that extra half a tenth. __________________ Mike 1969 C10 LWB -- owned for 35 years. 350/TH350, 3.08 posi, 1st Gen Vintage Air, recent AAW wiring harness, 5-lug conversion, 1985 spindles and brakes. 1982 C10 SWB -- sold 1981 C10 Silverado LWB -- sold, but wish I still had it! 1969 C10 (not the current one) that I bought in the early 1980s. Paid $1200; sold for $1500 a few years later. Just a hint at the appreciation that was coming. Retired as a factory automation products salesman. Worked part-time over the years for an engine builder and a classic car repair shop. Member here for 24 years! This is the very first car/truck Internet forum I joined. I still used a dial-up modem back then!

06-05-2002, 09:03 AM	#1
RCOMBS Registered User Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: CHARLOTTE N.C. Posts: 59	shorty headers? does anybody make "shorty" headers for a 67 truck w/ 350? or do you have to use standard length.

06-05-2002, 09:56 AM	#2
PushinPebbles My dad's 68 Join Date: May 2002 Location: VA Posts: 444	I really need the info too.......I was thinking about Gibson headers for the newer trucks...........just thinkin Jack __________________ Jack M. 67 C-10 SWB 355 built T-350 tranny hurst shifter 17x8in KMC's on michelins, clear tails and back up lights slammedUPDATE i have decided on my bag setup and will post further info when i recieve all the parts **************************** 88 1/2 ton suburban 4x4 350/700R-4having a 9 in lift w/ 38 in tires 4 12 inch Lightning Audios *************************** 87 silverado 3/4ton jacked up 10-12 inches black and rubberized bed coating 35 in michelans ************************** Dad's truck 68 C-10 stepside, 468 BB, tubbed, weld wheels, Nason black,lots more **************************** grand dads truck 68 C-10 stepside fuel inj. 350/700R-4soon in audi silver **************************** 84 toyota pickup 22R 5 speed 2WD slammed, shaved and all the body lines filled w/ buickGN scoop,bout to be sprayed in 2003 mustang green metallic w/ silver flames **************************** S/N=BIGGYTYME@aol.com (hydros) "No fat chics, truck will scrape"



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