Looking to buy 2nd Gen 70-81 Fbody LSx Swap Headers.

[ryeguy2006a]

Just like the title says, I am looking for some swap headers for 70-81 Fbody for the LS1 swap in my 1976 Trans Am. If you have something, let me know. I would be interested in a shorty header, mid-length or Long tube design. Let me know if that is something you have.

I would even be interested in a set of stainless steel headers, even if they aren't specifically for the 2nd gen's. I would be willing to bend them as long as they are stainless.

[Ummgawa]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Dougs-Header...sories&vxp=mtr

[ryeguy2006a]

I am looking for something similar to that, but they are for the 67-69 Camaro and 68-74 nova. Will those fit my application? Has anyone tried those headers for Second Gens?

[geberhard]

Ryan, I may be pulling shortly some headers our, either Dynatech or Sanderson headers. Kepe in mind the Dyna are a

Check these out as well, I bought a new set and have not tried yet, but from the measurements I took they seem VERY close to dead on (need to check around steering box),

http://www.ebay.com/itm/LS1-LS6-LS2-...item2a1f3eea5a



For $200, shorties polished are hard to beat I have them at home and teh quality and finish are excellent, compared to my Dynatech and Sanderson.

Also note, if you do not care for the finish and planning to wrap them or coat, Doug sells their headers which hang higher than Dynatech for about $300 (i.e. check Amazon)

Gui

[geberhard]

Ryan check this out, buy and report back

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1967-81-Cama...13e86c&vxp=mtr

says ls1 swap camaor 67 - 81: Note theys say will not work on camaros with PS. Oh well BFH that puppy



More details available on our website
Will not fit 67-69 Camaro with factory air or p/s
Stainless LS1 Engine Swap Headers(pair)
Works well with cars that have a center crossmember under the engine
1 5/8 Primary Tubes
2 1/2 Collector
3/8 Thick Header Flange
7/16" Thick Cylinder Head, Turbo, and Wastegate Flanges
Professionally Tigged Welds
Includes Header Gaskets
Angled spark plug boots recommended for clearance

[Vince@Meanstreets]

remember guys, you get what you pay for and I know I want my headers to last at least a year of hard driving.


We use Dynatech and have been very happy with fitment.

[geberhard]

Vince thanks. I have been on the same boat, and have Dyna's now, and honestly they probably work good for a standard height car, my Musclemaxx just hang too low for my liking.

They were killer for the price, I think you could buy them earlier this year for sub $400 ( I believe friends were paying $300 something for them)?, now they jumped to over $600.

Old pic, but gives an idea on how low they hang when mocking things up on my first gen (Dynatech Musclemaxx and magnaflow after collectors). That is with a non lowered (almost 4x4 lifted, lol) Camaro on 18's. maybe I could lift the engine some, but seems counter intuitive

[IMPALA MAN]

Everyone should read this.
http://www.camaros.org/engine.shtml
Using the wrong combo can cause many issues including headers hanging lower than they should.
Many including myself did not know until a few years ago that these setups can be mismatched. Please read the section about motor mount heights, etc.
Hope this helps.

[ryeguy2006a]

Originally Posted by geberhard

Ryan check this out, buy and report back

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1967-81-Cama...13e86c&vxp=mtr

says ls1 swap camaor 67 - 81: Note theys say will not work on camaros with PS. Oh well BFH that puppy



More details available on our website
Will not fit 67-69 Camaro with factory air or p/s
Stainless LS1 Engine Swap Headers(pair)
Works well with cars that have a center crossmember under the engine
1 5/8 Primary Tubes
2 1/2 Collector
3/8 Thick Header Flange
7/16" Thick Cylinder Head, Turbo, and Wastegate Flanges
Professionally Tigged Welds
Includes Header Gaskets
Angled spark plug boots recommended for clearance

I actually did look at them, but I have gone away from them due to the small primary tubes. I actually would prefer a set of shorty or mid length headers over the Long-tube since my car is lowered 2". If the headers that you had were 1 3/4 or 1 7/8, I would have already bought them. That is a great price for stainless headers. Just in my opinion it wouldn't provide much performance over the stock manifold.

If you decide to make some headers that have larger diameter primary tubes give me a pm, since I am in the market right now.

I think after doing some research, I am going to go with either Headman or BRP Mid length headers. They are the same price as the dynatech's but I have heard too many people having problems with the headers hanging too low.

I just bought some Dirty Dingo adjustable engine mounts, so I need to use them for my header selection.

[ryeguy2006a]

bump.