New headers look good but hang pretty low

[bmfpeterson]

Just like it says they are cool but way low what do you guys think they're hooker super comps. I want to have the most performance but i don't want to drag my new expensive ass headers. Any suggestions?

[Jonce]

I have the Hooker Super Comps long tubes on my '71 GMC, they hang below the frame rail a good 3-4". Eventually I want to put air ride in the truck so the headers will have to go.

[big mike71]

I have Hedmen elites that hang to low.

[cdowns]

a moderate drop and headers dont bottom out

[bmfpeterson]

I have air bags in with stock arms and a 3" spindle drop. ill post a pic of them when aired out there is maybe 1/2'' of clearance to the ground.

[bmfpeterson]

here are 2 pics pretty damn low. what about the shorty style headers? It would be clean, but what is the difference on performance from a long tube full length header to the shorty?

[cdowns]

pretty obvious those headers cant b used without major surgery to them// the only way to use without cutting piecing and welding is to switch left for right and run exhaust thru the top of the hood and over the cab

[bmfpeterson]

I tried that and they run right into the firewall! lol ride height should be 3-4" higher than that so I would have that much clearance???????? I'll see what the suspension guys run!


I think my dog is staring at your cat! lol

[GASoline71]

Originally Posted by cdowns

a moderate drop and headers dont bottom out

Yep... I have a 3" drop in back, and a 1 1/2" drop in front on my '72, with Hedman Hedders (full length)... They are just fine.

They don't hang near as low below the frame as those S/C's that were pictured.

Gary

[bmfpeterson]

Originally Posted by GASoline71

Yep... I have a 3" drop in back, and a 1 1/2" drop in front on my '72, with Hedman Hedders (full length)... They are just fine.

They don't hang near as low below the frame as those S/C's that were pictured.

Gary

can you send me a pic of those headman's preferably looking just like my pic so I can see how low they hang?

[rodstored-72]

it is probably to late,but i am running the 3/4-length "chevelle" headers from dynomax. i am not bagged, but i am running a 4.5" drop in the front..... maybe it will help...LOL!!

P.S. i am still "thinking" on wether i want to try to set up a meet on the east side again...LOL!!

[mooseknuckles]

I thought that ya were supposed to run chevelle headers on c10s so they dont hang below the frame?

[big_al_71]

I have Doug thorleys headers long tubes with a 4/6 drop and I still have at least 4-5 inches of clearance.

[POPO1984]

Originally Posted by rodstored-72

it is probably to late,but i am running the 3/4-length "chevelle" headers from dynomax. i am not bagged, but i am running a 4.5" drop in the front..... maybe it will help...LOL!!

P.S. i am still "thinking" on wether i want to try to set up a meet on the east side again...LOL!!

What year Chevelle headers

[Burt4x4]

I would look into Hedmen Elite Series, they fit nice and high up with the frame...assuming you have a SBC in there....

[BlackTopMotors]

Originally Posted by bmfpeterson

here are 2 pics pretty damn low. what about the shorty style headers? It would be clean, but what is the difference on performance from a long tube full length header to the shorty?

The still look pretty nice despite being a bit low which is relative in relation to what your goal is. Best of luck!

[rodstored-72]

POPO,
i am not sure.... i beleive for the 67-? model with a small block. i will check tonight on the reciept & try to reply asap.... although the hedman elite headers sound familar tooo LOL!!

[big mike71]

Here's my hedmen elites, they're about the same as yours.

[bmfpeterson]

just called summit and told them I was not happy with the quality of the header.( I really wasn't, for the money, pass side has lines in the tubes where they ran it through the bender and didn't polish out???)

so I looked at a set of dough thorley headers for 593.00 a lot better than 699. summit gave me a prepaid label and im sending them back tomorrow, then they will send me my new ones! heres a pic

[bmfpeterson]

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[bmfpeterson]

big_al_71---- nice setup!

thanks everyone for the info and help! Let me know on the meet, I still dont have a running truck and I will be out of town until oct 7th so let me know!

[SCOTI]

Post some good comparison pics once you get them installed. A measurement of the difference in height would be good too .

[rodstored-72]

popo,
here is the information about my headers......
-Dynomax Performance 86118 - Dynomax Ceramic Coated Headers #wlk-86118, summit racing:$319.95,
Make CHEVROLET
Model CHEVELLE
Beginning Year 1964
Ending Year 1973
Engine Type V8
Engine Size 5.7L/350
Engine Family Chevy small block Gen I
Engine Swap No
Drivetrain RWD
Power Steering Yes
Power Brakes Yes
Air Conditioning Yes
Standard Transmission Column Shift No
Standard Transmission Floor Shift No
Automatic Transmission Column Shift Yes
Automatic Transmission Floor Shift Yes

hope this helps......

[bmfpeterson]

scotti--- Im on it. only thing is i leave until oct on sunday and wont get them before i go. but as soon as im back ill let you know!


thanks for the info they look pretty good!

talk to you in oct

[POPO1984]

Originally Posted by rodstored-72

popo,
here is the information about my headers......
-Dynomax Performance 86118 - Dynomax Ceramic Coated Headers #wlk-86118, summit racing:$319.95,
Make CHEVROLET
Model CHEVELLE
Beginning Year 1964
Ending Year 1973
Engine Type V8
Engine Size 5.7L/350
Engine Family Chevy small block Gen I
Engine Swap No
Drivetrain RWD
Power Steering Yes
Power Brakes Yes
Air Conditioning Yes
Standard Transmission Column Shift No
Standard Transmission Floor Shift No
Automatic Transmission Column Shift Yes
Automatic Transmission Floor Shift Yes

hope this helps......

Thanks bro that will help alot