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Old Feb 23, 2009 | 07:46 PM
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My motor is finally in....what a relief. The only problem (possibly big problem) is the CPP 500 steering box is very close... like less than 2.5" from the block.

I checked out Patriots tight tuck headers and they measure 4" from the block until they turn down. I tried calling S&P just to see what they had...impossible to speak to their header guy. They're so busy.

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Old Feb 23, 2009 | 08:15 PM
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Try Sanderson Headers (http://www.sandersonheaders.com/) They have more LS1 headers than they show on-line, call for a catalog. They have all the measurements shown in their catalog pics. I ended up having to modify a set and they helped out with a whole box of scrap bends for $20, then when we were done I sent them back to be ceramic coated. They only charged me $115 for the coating and had them back to me in less than a week.

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Old Feb 23, 2009 | 08:50 PM
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i am thinking make your own will prob be better bet. that is really tight.
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Nobody will offer headers with that tight of a radius. I would be surprised if you'll even be able to make a set if you have a port coming out right in to the steering box. My bet would be on needing to relocate the engine or steering box.
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Old Feb 24, 2009 | 06:43 PM
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i just bought a set of hooker super comp tight tuck ls1 headers from jegs they only cost 209.99
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Old Feb 25, 2009 | 08:08 AM
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I had to modify a corvette tube manifold. The tubes were cut about 3/4 through just outside the mounting flange. Then moved the lower part of the manifold toward the oil pan. Had them welded back up and sent them to get ceramic coated. This was for clearance on my steering shaft.
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