IA_Stingray

I'm planning to get the Hooker long tubes. Is there a header-back kit that will route the same as the stock exhaust on my 1979? Maybe this one?? http://www.summitracing.com/parts/ho...model/corvette
Or am I going to have to have a custom exhaust welded in?

DUB

Actually...from the factory...the exhaust had a catalytic converter...which this system you ave shown does not have...and the factory system was NOT a dual exhaust system. The front pipe was a "Y"pipe...that went to the catalytic converter...and then the rear "Y" pipe went to the mufflers. You might want to check and verify that you altering/changing the emission system (no catalytic converter) of your Corvette is allowable in your area.

Also...you might find that no one will install it (Federal Law) due to this system does not come with provisions for a catalytic converter.

DUB

qwank

I don't see a reason why that one won't work for a true dual set up.

It's only 2.25'' pipe though, but it's mandrel bends, should be fine for a mostly stock engine.

CaseyJones

Did they still use the two-hole crossmember in 79?

jbrown8238

Should have looked at your post, same kit... I am happy with mine.

I put this kit on from Advance Auto. http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/h...hkr/22313218-P was only $199.99 and fit real well. Bought some Summit Street/Strip mufflers to go with it.

Google for Advance Auto coupons, quick search came up with one for $30.00 off and free shipping.

On my my 79, I used Summit headers and just flex tube to get it ready for the muffler shop. Would think a hooker header would bolt right up.

Yes the 79 used the two hole crossmember and the hooker kit goes through it.

qwank

yes

IA_Stingray

Thanks guys. I'm not worried about the cats. I think I'll call Corvette Central tomorrow and visit with them.

hugie82

Summit also sells header adapter pipes that have a little zigzag in them so you can cut and rotate them to match up with your system. Then use band clamps or a muffler shop can flare them for . Something like this.

you.http://www.summitracing.com/search/p...rmediate-pipes

Sully1882

I have the summit headers and wanting to install them on my 72 small block, would this kit work for my car?

thanks,

Sully

Karsten

I bought Long Tube Header and was really impressed at how well they fit until the car was on the ground.



I opted to get a set of Summit Patriot Short Tube Ceramic Coated headers and avoid the grief down the road.

For pipes I ordered a set from Ecklers that will need to be modd'ed for the headers now.

The Summit Shorties are super nice and the coating is awesome for $359.00 and free shipping.

Karsten

qwank

thats about how much ground clearance I had with my long tubes. I yanked them off today and my new side exhaust headers should be delivered by the end of the week

IA_Stingray

I ended up spending $400 on a pair of hookers.

Hooker headers, I mean. http://www.summitracing.com/parts/HOK-2456-1HKR
Then I called Corvette Central and got the rest of the pipes I'll need to go 2.5" all the way back. I got the Magnaflow mufflers that can be hidden.

qwank

I dont like corvette centrals exhuast because it's the same crush bending you get at the local exhaust shop. you'd be better off having it done local so it fits your car better. there's a lot of variances in headers, you may need to tweak the CC pipes to fit right. some of CC bends will be a smaller diameter than the 2.25'' kit you were originally looking at

IA_Stingray

Damn. Too late. I may eventually get something custom done. We'll see...

ddawson

Not many places will weld up a mandrel bent exhaust.

I bought the CC Magnaflow exhaust and my shop cutup and welded the mid pipes to fit the Headers.