69 firebird help
11-06-2010, 10:16 PM
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69 firebird help hey guys my dad has a 69 firebird that he is putting together. he has a built pontiac 400 that he is putting in with a th350 and 12 bolt. he needs headers and wants ceramic coated longtubes but isnt computer savy so asked me to find him some. i was wondering if any one had any suggestions on a good pair that arents too expensive seeing as im probaly going to buy them for him and am tight on money bevause im trying to build my car as well. thanks for any help it is greatly appreciated
11-08-2010, 09:17 PM
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I believe Hooker Super Competition headers will fit the bill. What heads are you running? You'll need different headers depending on if you're running D-port or Round port heads. Most aftermarket heads are based on the Round port design.
11-13-2010, 10:06 AM
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Here's a pic of a D-port head.
And a round port (also note the 7F6 casting number)
Notice the center two ports. On D-port heads they neck down together, and on Round Port heads they come straight down.
And a round port (also note the 7F6 casting number)
Notice the center two ports. On D-port heads they neck down together, and on Round Port heads they come straight down.
11-15-2010, 04:55 PM
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A good place is to go to high performance pontiac web site. Or pick up the mag. they have some good stores listed to get headers. I have always used hooker super comps.
11-16-2010, 09:25 PM
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I can appreciate the looks of a coated header but if you want a system that is going to fit correctly and last without constantly needing new gaskets get a reproduction set of Ram Air cast iron exhaust manifolds (Year One and many others) and a correct exhaust system from Gardner Exhaust and you'll be much happier in the long run.
