Using stock exhaust manifolds in my 69 camaro?
06-03-2007, 05:55 PM
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Using stock exhaust manifolds in my 69 camaro? Has anyone used the ls1 stock exhaust manifolds in a 69 camaro swap. I am putting a 5.3 in my 69 and the manifold will not clear the steering box using the stock engine mounts with adapter plates. Will the camaro exhaust manifolds clear the steering box? What headers will work? I know the headers are pricey, but it maybe necessary. My experience with headers has always led to exhaust leaks. Any info would be appreciated!
06-04-2007, 03:04 AM
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here is a link to a thread that might give you some insight. It does not speak of using factory exhaust manifolds, but has good info on aftermarket headers.
https://ls1tech.com/forums/conversions-swaps/653819-stainless-works-headers-sticky-section.html
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https://ls1tech.com/forums/conversions-swaps/653819-stainless-works-headers-sticky-section.html
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06-04-2007, 12:00 PM
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just got my ls1 going in my 69 camaro. I used the stock manifolds off of a 2001 z/28 and they cleared the steering box but it is a tight fit. also if you use the stock manifolds you have to move the o2 sensor on teh driver side because it will hit the steering box.
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06-06-2007, 08:11 PM
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I haven't got hood clearance with the al yet, but know that my AC comp won't clear so I am looking into relocating all of the pulleys. Let me know what you come up with. Sounds like you are ahead of me. I am refinishing the subframe right now and have only trial fitted the engine. I only found a few conflicts, oil pan, exhaust manifolds and AC.
