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low76swb · 01-09-2004, 02:38 AM

what kind of headers are you guys using on your 73-87 please show pics

low76swb · 01-09-2004, 03:02 AM

ya im new to the board

low76swb · 01-09-2004, 03:09 AM

its a 2wd pavement biznatch
sorry no pics yet its too rainy in oregon right now to take any

apstguy · 01-09-2004, 03:14 AM

Welcome! I'm currently not using header because I don't think any headers could tame my beasly 305! LOL!

There are some STRONG opinions about what headers to use arouund here so make sure they give ya info and if it is for your specific application.

BTW, putting in your location is just about manditory around here so we know if we are dealing with emissions or not.

78chevstepside · 01-09-2004, 03:26 AM

I use regular hedmen long tube headers on my 78 355 . work fine for me they came with the donor truck I got when I switched to a v-8. I run 2.5" pipes with a h=pipe with flanges for access, 40 series flowmasters and header hush power flanges with alunuinm collector gaskets.

pic posts are not working

Prerunner1982 · 01-09-2004, 06:09 AM

i run ceramic coated flowtechs....

bigblock73 · 01-09-2004, 10:21 AM

I like and use Hookers...headers that is.

I don't have any pics, but they are an excellent header and have never given me any troubles.

Welcome to the board.

cochino12 · 01-09-2004, 12:33 PM

I run sanderson shorties.

MylilBowTie · 01-09-2004, 03:17 PM

I like and use Hooker headers also. Just depending on how the factory ran the gas lines they may or may not to be moved out of the way. Snap-On double swivel sparkplug socket is the stuff for sparkplugs when running headers. You need to fabricate the bracket for the power steering.

TIMSPEED · 01-09-2004, 04:51 PM

I run cheap, $100 hedmann's. work just fine.

*zzChevy* · 01-10-2004, 02:49 PM

My Hedman Elite. I run 3 in. from the hedders through the entire exhaust.

bigd65 · 01-11-2004, 10:50 AM

Cochino, i like those shorties, i just wasnt sure they would work on our trucks, thanx for the pic.

*1tonswb* · 01-13-2004, 03:08 AM

Hookers

crackajacka · 01-13-2004, 03:44 AM

Cheap flowtechs here

1974StepSide · 01-13-2004, 03:50 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by bigblock73
I like and use Hookers...headers that is.

Same here

I have Hooker Comps (Full length).

*zzChevy* · 01-13-2004, 10:04 PM

Heres a pic

*zzChevy* · 01-13-2004, 10:09 PM

more

*zzChevy* · 01-13-2004, 10:10 PM

wouldn't be right without the x-pipe

Russell · 01-13-2004, 10:29 PM

zzChevy - How much did that exhaust setup cost you?

*zzChevy* · 01-13-2004, 10:47 PM

I think when it was all said and done, parts and labor (welding) costed between $350-400.

Unfortunatly, the exhaust isn't complete to my standards (When is it?). I plan to put 3" 2-chamber 40 series flowmaster mufflers inplace of the ones on there now which I think is Thrushes. I've been told that anything smaller will sacrifice low end torqe.

r0lf- · 01-13-2004, 10:48 PM

Thorleys!

They clear quite nicely. Never dragged em once.

Earl Junior · 01-13-2004, 11:28 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by cochino12
I run sanderson shorties.

I'm looking at getting some Sandersons for my 500, but they're damn near $500 for silver ceramic coated. I ned to be sure I'm getting a good product. Did you like the fit and finish? Any problems with their fancy no gasket, port lock system? Let me know how you like them.

Thanks!

EarlJr

chicogixr · 01-16-2004, 05:17 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by TIMSPEED
I run cheap, $100 hedmann's. work just fine.

what do you do for smog?

Slonaker · 01-16-2004, 11:13 AM

I think he recently became smog exempt.

Slonaker

cochino12 · 01-16-2004, 12:18 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Earl Junior

I'm looking at getting some Sandersons for my 500, but they're damn near $500 for silver ceramic coated. I ned to be sure I'm getting a good product. Did you like the fit and finish? Any problems with their fancy no gasket, port lock system? Let me know how you like them.

Thanks!

EarlJr

Mine weren't quite $500 but they were still very pricey. I love them haven't had a problem with them at all. I think they look nicer than any other set Ive seen too. good luck

01-09-2004, 02:38 AM	#1
low76swb Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Eugene, oregon Posts: 15	headers what kind of headers are you guys using on your 73-87 please show pics

01-09-2004, 03:14 AM	#4
apstguy LED King Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 2,087	Welcome! I'm currently not using header because I don't think any headers could tame my beasly 305! LOL! There are some STRONG opinions about what headers to use arouund here so make sure they give ya info and if it is for your specific application. BTW, putting in your location is just about manditory around here so we know if we are dealing with emissions or not. __________________ Tyler 1985 C10 305 w/ Bowtie OD TH700R4 3.42 LSD 202,000 miles 2006 Ford Focus ZX3 5-speed Stick 2016 Chevy Spark EV Gone: 2002.5 VW GTI 24v VR6 Gone: 2008 VW R32

01-09-2004, 06:09 AM	#6
Prerunner1982 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Edmond, OK Posts: 5,904	i run ceramic coated flowtechs.... __________________ Jon 1982 Chevy Silverado 350/th350.... RETIRED 1993 Jeep XJ 2 door(Cherokee) 4wd 4.0ltr/AX-15 (5spd)/NP231 .... Oklahoma Roll Call

01-09-2004, 10:21 AM	#7
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,824	I like and use Hookers...headers that is. I don't have any pics, but they are an excellent header and have never given me any troubles. Welcome to the board. __________________ Jeff 73-87.com 73-87.com Facebook page 73-87 cab corner 6x9 speaker brackets for sale 67-72 cab corner speaker brackets for sale 47-54 cab corner speaker brackets for sale

01-09-2004, 12:33 PM	#8
cochino12 It followed me home? Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Yup Posts: 5,751	I run sanderson shorties. __________________ Adam That's why they call it a shortcut Kyle, if it was easy it would just be the way. 86 c-10 SWB 85 CCSB 90 GMC K30 Crew SRW 1985 C30 Dually

01-09-2004, 03:02 AM	#2
low76swb Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Eugene, oregon Posts: 15	ya im new to the board

01-09-2004, 03:09 AM	#3
low76swb Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Eugene, oregon Posts: 15	its a 2wd pavement biznatch sorry no pics yet its too rainy in oregon right now to take any

01-09-2004, 03:26 AM	#5
78chevstepside Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: lacenter, washington Posts: 718	I use regular hedmen long tube headers on my 78 355 . work fine for me they came with the donor truck I got when I switched to a v-8. I run 2.5" pipes with a h=pipe with flanges for access, 40 series flowmasters and header hush power flanges with alunuinm collector gaskets. pic posts are not working

01-09-2004, 03:17 PM	#9
MylilBowTie Right turn Clyde Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Posts: 2,911	I like and use Hooker headers also. Just depending on how the factory ran the gas lines they may or may not to be moved out of the way. Snap-On double swivel sparkplug socket is the stuff for sparkplugs when running headers. You need to fabricate the bracket for the power steering. __________________ 1974 C25 LWB: 454 4bbl Carb / TH400 / 3.73 1992 Camaro RS 305 TBI

01-09-2004, 04:51 PM	#10
TIMSPEED Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 1,321	I run cheap, $100 hedmann's. work just fine. __________________ I have a few cars... See Them Here

01-10-2004, 02:49 PM	#11
zzChevy BANNED Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 105	hedders My Hedman Elite. I run 3 in. from the hedders through the entire exhaust.

01-11-2004, 10:50 AM	#12
bigd65 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Clute, TX. Posts: 1,935	Cochino, i like those shorties, i just wasnt sure they would work on our trucks, thanx for the pic. __________________ 2004 Silverado Crewcab 1972 Chevy Monte Carlo 2017 Chevy Tahoe

01-13-2004, 03:08 AM	#13
1tonswb Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Oregon Posts: 300	Hookers Attached Images

01-13-2004, 03:44 AM	#14
crackajacka Stylin Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Tuttle, OK Posts: 620	Cheap flowtechs here __________________ Ive been traveling for some time, with my fishin pole and my bottle of shyne. Most Girls like finished products and just dont understand what a good addiction does for you http://www.paulwall.us/

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01-13-2004, 10:29 PM	#19
Russell Professional Grade Join Date: May 2003 Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta Posts: 7,915	zzChevy - How much did that exhaust setup cost you? __________________ 1995 Chevrolet 2 Door Tahoe (6.6L LBZ Duramax / ZF6 / NP241 with 1 ton solid axle swap)

01-13-2004, 10:47 PM	#20
zzChevy BANNED Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 105	I think when it was all said and done, parts and labor (welding) costed between $350-400. Unfortunatly, the exhaust isn't complete to my standards (When is it?). I plan to put 3" 2-chamber 40 series flowmaster mufflers inplace of the ones on there now which I think is Thrushes. I've been told that anything smaller will sacrifice low end torqe.

01-13-2004, 10:48 PM	#21
r0lf- Hotwheels? Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Pleasant Hill, CA Posts: 1,145	Thorleys! They clear quite nicely. Never dragged em once. __________________ 1978 Money Pit - CUSTOM DELUXE!!!!

01-16-2004, 11:13 AM	#24
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