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Codys87 · 03-16-2009, 08:38 PM

Anyone know what are some good headers to use on a 5.3 or 6.0 swap into a 85 2wd? I've seen the s&p headers, but was wondering if anyone knew of any others that might be out there... Thanks

pcmcobra · 03-16-2009, 09:36 PM

I have the s&p, wok great. I have seen several guys use the pacesetter fbody long tubes. They can be made to work...
I do know fbody 98-02 manifolds will work, even "heard" ssr manifolds will work.

Codys87 · 03-17-2009, 08:17 AM

Thanks. I'm looking for a header made specifically for that application so there is no hacking on the truck. Is there any others besides the S&P's like that? Anyone hear if the Thorley Tri-y headers ever came out?

Cherub · 03-17-2009, 09:08 AM

I dont know of a long tube header that will work.

Codys87 · 03-18-2009, 10:35 AM

Ok thanks

**Captkaos** · 03-18-2009, 08:07 PM

Are you wanting Long Tubes? If so, right now no one has them, but BRPHotrods are getting some made. I have their mid lengths on mine now, but they have the same issue with clearing the 4L80E "ears". They are going to be made by Headman Hussler.

sqrbdy · 03-19-2009, 10:16 AM

What about a mid length or shorty? Who currently makes them. I know a lot of people are using 2000 Fbody but is there anything else?

Codys87 · 03-19-2009, 01:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pcmcobra

I have the s&p, wok great. I have seen several guys use the pacesetter fbody long tubes. They can be made to work...
I do know fbody 98-02 manifolds will work, even "heard" ssr manifolds will work.

Are the S&P headers mid length? Do they hang below the frame?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Captkaos

Are you wanting Long Tubes? If so, right now no one has them, but BRPHotrods are getting some made. I have their mid lengths on mine now, but they have the same issue with clearing the 4L80E "ears". They are going to be made by Headman Hussler.

Do the BRP headers fit good and have any clearance issues or hang below the frame? I'm running a 4l60E behind the 6.0.

And if you both don't mind me asking what are the prices on these... trying to compare the good with the bad.

Cherub · 03-19-2009, 02:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Codys87

Are the S&P headers mid length? Do they hang below the frame?

I would consider them mid leangth, and no they dont hang past the frame rail. You still have to cut the ears off the 4l80e. they run about 500

**Captkaos** · 03-25-2009, 10:32 PM

The BRP Headers are about $450 and they don't hang down below the frame rail, they are 21" long The will fit 4L60E's without issues.

Codys87 · 03-26-2009, 10:58 AM

Thanks for everyones help!

03-16-2009, 08:38 PM	#1
Codys87 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Rockwall, TX Posts: 48	6.0L swap headers questions??? Anyone know what are some good headers to use on a 5.3 or 6.0 swap into a 85 2wd? I've seen the s&p headers, but was wondering if anyone knew of any others that might be out there... Thanks

03-16-2009, 09:36 PM	#2
pcmcobra Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Florida Posts: 1,684	Re: 6.0L swap headers questions??? I have the s&p, wok great. I have seen several guys use the pacesetter fbody long tubes. They can be made to work... I do know fbody 98-02 manifolds will work, even "heard" ssr manifolds will work. __________________ 1986 C10 SWB 6.0/6l90e Miami...Flee it like a native

03-17-2009, 08:17 AM	#3
Codys87 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Rockwall, TX Posts: 48	Re: 6.0L swap headers questions??? Thanks. I'm looking for a header made specifically for that application so there is no hacking on the truck. Is there any others besides the S&P's like that? Anyone hear if the Thorley Tri-y headers ever came out? Last edited by Codys87; 03-17-2009 at 08:20 AM.

03-17-2009, 09:08 AM	#4
Cherub Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Houston Posts: 970	Re: 6.0L swap headers questions??? I dont know of a long tube header that will work.

03-18-2009, 10:35 AM	#5
Codys87 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Rockwall, TX Posts: 48	Re: 6.0L swap headers questions??? Ok thanks

03-18-2009, 08:07 PM	#6
Captkaos www.73-87chevytrucks.com Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 6,935	Re: 6.0L swap headers questions??? Are you wanting Long Tubes? If so, right now no one has them, but BRPHotrods are getting some made. I have their mid lengths on mine now, but they have the same issue with clearing the 4L80E "ears". They are going to be made by Headman Hussler. __________________ Chris Lucas 1973 Chevy C-10 1978 GMC Jimmy (2WD) - SOLD 1987 R10 twin turbo LS 1991 R3500 SRW CrewCab 1985 K5 diesel swapped project 1989 K5 2WD conversion w/ Vette susp Project Captkaos Customs 73-87chevytrucks.com

03-19-2009, 10:16 AM	#7
sqrbdy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Spring, Texas Posts: 207	Re: 6.0L swap headers questions??? What about a mid length or shorty? Who currently makes them. I know a lot of people are using 2000 Fbody but is there anything else? __________________ Ain't Nobody Like a Square Body sqrbdy myspace

03-25-2009, 10:32 PM	#10
Captkaos www.73-87chevytrucks.com Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 6,935	Re: 6.0L swap headers questions??? The BRP Headers are about $450 and they don't hang down below the frame rail, they are 21" long The will fit 4L60E's without issues. __________________ Chris Lucas 1973 Chevy C-10 1978 GMC Jimmy (2WD) - SOLD 1987 R10 twin turbo LS 1991 R3500 SRW CrewCab 1985 K5 diesel swapped project 1989 K5 2WD conversion w/ Vette susp Project Captkaos Customs 73-87chevytrucks.com

03-26-2009, 10:58 AM	#11
Codys87 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Rockwall, TX Posts: 48	Re: 6.0L swap headers questions??? Thanks for everyones help!



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