Alright here is the solution for the key lock-out (aka NSS)/reverse light issue with using the stock column range rod and the Hooker swap headers.

1. The bracket which mounts on the brake distribution block needs to have the ball socket moved up 1/2". I cut it along the bend and rewelded it - make sure you measure the angle first before cutting;

2. The bracket on the transmission selector switch need to be cut and moved up 1/2". Note you will need a nut that does not have an integrated washer due to the reduced threads to draw down against (and yes, you could weld the brackets together too);

3. The cross shaft which translates the movement from the shifter/transmission selector switch to the column lock-out needs to be straightened and shaped to go over the header. Guess how much clearance you need to add? That's right - 1/2"! I used a vice and a BFH to give it that sweet custom reverse banana bend;

4. The pinch nut which goes to the column rod needs to flipped to the other side of the bracket on the cross shaft. I rounded the edges off of it to reduce the risk of it binding on things; and

5. Lastly, you may find that you want to chop an inch or two off of the cross shaft that inserts into the ball socket. I took close to 2" off and ran a shorter spring. This really aided in assembly with the header in the way. You may also find that you want to chop an inch off of the bottom of the column rod - your results may vary. Measure once, cut once, weld once, measure again, and cut again.

I am running a B&M shifter and a 4L60E which may be wider at the case body location for the transmission selector switch than other GM transmissions.

 

holley mounts work perfect in the 77 B-body cars as well

 

I stopped on page 52.. I will read up more another day.
I have a 78 Malibu and I read one issue on the frame holes for the frame mountsthat it doesn't have a 2nd set.
With this holly swap mounts and pan, what stock chevy ls manifolds will work?
I don't wanna spend big money on headers as it's going to go turbo setup.
So I need to go as cheap on exhaust as I can for now until we build the hot side or buy the hooker log they make.

 

Still nothing!

 

Hey Highliner, I sent out an email to see if I can discover what the hold-up is behind the first production run of those headers.

 

Anyone using a th350 with this swap kit?
What crossmember are you using? Your stock one?
Anyone use a ctsV pan or tried to see if it will work with this swap kit?

 

Ordered HOK-701015051HKR from Summit 9/20 with the promise they would arrive in October. I have had to reach out several times to find out what's going on and shipping has been pushed back several times. I may just cancel the order? Anyone else having issues?

 

I have an old G-force dual exhaust crossmember and it fit fine with no adjustments.

 

Just a quick update. I recently pulled the 4L60E out of my wagon and had very little trouble doing so thanks to the well engineered Hooker Blackheart headers (1-7/8" primaries). Starter and bell housing bolt access was excellent.

I am hoping the 4L80E goes in just as easily (after I cut off the ears).

 

I've been dragging my feet on my project waiting on the Blackheart mid length stainless headers. I did see Hedman had a set at SEMA so I might have to jump the fence!

 

Anybody have the problem of the engine sitting too far back? Passenger side head is contacting the firewall on a new install.

 

Which mounts did you use?

 

Used the Holley/Hooker parts

 

What are the particulars? Are the mounts for the exact application? Some have an option for setting the engine back a small amount.

 

Used the stuff listed for a g-body

 

No adjustment options

 

I just found a front of oil pan to crossmember measurement of 3/4" early on in this thread. Can anybody verify this?

 

This picture is for you Highliner and is a good depiction of the typical clearance you'll see between the Holley 302-2 pan and the G-body frame when using the Hooker 12643HKR engine mounting brackets.

 

Ok, I don’t know what the 3/4” measurement was referring to then?

 

Maybe the vertical between pan and crossmember? Looks close to that..