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Old Oct 15, 2012 | 09:29 PM
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I'm curious if anyone has tried a set of shorty headers from a 2010+ on a 68-72 chevelle. Looks like a fit only concern being possible interference on driver side with steering shaft. I need some ground clearance and saw a set from JBA that might be viable.
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Old Oct 15, 2012 | 09:32 PM
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When you say that you need some ground clearance, do you already have a set of headers that are too low?
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Old Oct 16, 2012 | 05:59 AM
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For about the same money you can buy a set of headers built for the car that really fit tight. Take a look at Dougs. Best ground clearance out there.
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Old Oct 16, 2012 | 09:24 AM
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Why not modify the ones you have and just lift them up a little?
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Why not modify the ones you have and just lift them up a little?
Currently running the edlbrock conversion headders which would be fine if car wasn't lowered. Would prefer the shortys over going back with a factory manifold if there's a chance they would fit.
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Originally Posted by prot68
Currently running the edlbrock conversion headders which would be fine if car wasn't lowered. Would prefer the shortys over going back with a factory manifold if there's a chance they would fit.
Why not just cut the tubes and take like an inch off so they sit up closer to the body?
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