Hooker Headers - Is this what I need?
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Melting Slicks
Joined: May 2006
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From: Nashville TN
St. Jude Donor '09
Hooker Headers - Is this what I need?
I'm ready to pull the trigger on my order for Hooker Headers. I wanted to make sure I was ordering the right stuff. If some one could look over my shoulder to make sure I have it correct, I'd appreciate it. I've read and read and looked at a lot of pics and videos for over three years. My wife is tired of hearing me talk about it and said "just go ahead and get them" PESTERING WORKED 
I've look at all the options out there and have decided on Chrome Hookers, Plain & Simple Steelshields, and STS baffles.
Hooker Side Mount Headers - 2234HKR
Sidepipe Tubes - 65284HKR
Also, the footnote says I need a special A/C bracket 10926HKR Is this bracket required on a '76. I read it that way but did know what the real world experience was here. Thanks for your help.
I'm getting very excited. Been reading about others installing on their C3 and I
on all the pics with hookers. I can't wait . . .
I've look at all the options out there and have decided on Chrome Hookers, Plain & Simple Steelshields, and STS baffles.
Hooker Side Mount Headers - 2234HKR
Sidepipe Tubes - 65284HKR
Also, the footnote says I need a special A/C bracket 10926HKR Is this bracket required on a '76. I read it that way but did know what the real world experience was here. Thanks for your help.
I'm getting very excited. Been reading about others installing on their C3 and I
on all the pics with hookers. I can't wait . . .
Drifting
Joined: Jan 2008
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From: Schererville IN
Mesmerized by hookers!
Are you set on chrome???
I've got chrome, but it's a biach to keep looking nice.
Plus future polishing.
You can buy directly from Jet Hot for much less money.
As for the part numbers-yes you are correct.
As for the ac bracket, my 79 did not need one. Original brackets bolted write up.
Sucks when you can't get your mind off of Hookers!
Doesn't it?!
I've got chrome, but it's a biach to keep looking nice.
Plus future polishing.
You can buy directly from Jet Hot for much less money.
As for the part numbers-yes you are correct.
As for the ac bracket, my 79 did not need one. Original brackets bolted write up.
Sucks when you can't get your mind off of Hookers!
Doesn't it?!
Last edited by blckslvr79; Jun 18, 2008 at 06:41 PM.
Team Owner
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From: Columbia Missouri
If you have the factory passenger side A/C compressor then you will need the A/C bracket. If not, then you don't need it.
You will need gaskets, and theirs are very good. If you prefer to buy local, both Fel-Pro and Mr. Gasket make header gaskets that fit both round port exhaust and newer square port exhaust.
I just helped someone install a set of these last weekend. Let me know if you need any tips.
You will need gaskets, and theirs are very good. If you prefer to buy local, both Fel-Pro and Mr. Gasket make header gaskets that fit both round port exhaust and newer square port exhaust.
I just helped someone install a set of these last weekend. Let me know if you need any tips.
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Melting Slicks
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 2,590
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From: Nashville TN
St. Jude Donor '09
Are you set on chrome???
I've got chrome, but it's a biach to keep looking nice.
Plus future polishing.
You can buy directly from Jet Hot for much less money.
As for the part numbers-yes you are correct.
As for the ac bracket, my 79 did not need one. Original brackets bolted write up.
Sucks when you can't get your mind off of Hookers!
Doesn't it?!
I've got chrome, but it's a biach to keep looking nice.
Plus future polishing.
You can buy directly from Jet Hot for much less money.
As for the part numbers-yes you are correct.
As for the ac bracket, my 79 did not need one. Original brackets bolted write up.
Sucks when you can't get your mind off of Hookers!
Doesn't it?!
Thread Starter
Melting Slicks
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 2,590
Likes: 403
From: Nashville TN
St. Jude Donor '09
If you have the factory passenger side A/C compressor then you will need the A/C bracket. If not, then you don't need it.
You will need gaskets, and theirs are very good. If you prefer to buy local, both Fel-Pro and Mr. Gasket make header gaskets that fit both round port exhaust and newer square port exhaust.
I just helped someone install a set of these last weekend. Let me know if you need any tips.
You will need gaskets, and theirs are very good. If you prefer to buy local, both Fel-Pro and Mr. Gasket make header gaskets that fit both round port exhaust and newer square port exhaust.
I just helped someone install a set of these last weekend. Let me know if you need any tips.
It will take me forever to get installed due to limited time to work on, but I'll post some pics when I'm done. Maybe even shoot a video. Later . . .
Melting Slicks
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From: westland mi
the problem w/the chrome is as soon as u start your engine the header pipes are gonna turn that chrome blue and never to be shiny again and then 4 yrs down the road they are gonna start rusting DailyDriver or garage queen, i know , been there/done that. i don't have that problem w/jethot n the sterling finish, they always stay shiny in the eng compartment. i also used the percy gaskets, they're xcellent
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Melting Slicks
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From: Nashville TN
St. Jude Donor '09
the problem w/the chrome is as soon as u start your engine the header pipes are gonna turn that chrome blue and never to be shiny again and then 4 yrs down the road they are gonna start rusting DailyDriver or garage queen, i know , been there/done that. i don't have that problem w/jethot n the sterling finish, they always stay shiny in the eng compartment. i also used the percy gaskets, they're xcellent
I'll give it some more thought.Thanks guys for all the input . . . very helpful
Racer
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From: Tuscaloosa AL
WOW! Summit is about $650 cheaper than all the corvette suppliers. Redman, I know what you mean about the chrome finish. I'm the same way - has to be chrome. My Cobra has the Jet-Coated side pipes and they look great, but it is definitely not the same as chrome. Are you going to get the mufflers as well?
Last edited by Mark L. Warner; Jun 19, 2008 at 03:24 PM.
Melting Slicks
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From: westland mi
I liked the Sterling finish, but it's just not as shiney as chrome. You make a good argument about the blueing, even though others have said it is removeable. I'm getting the SS Steelshields which will cover most of the exposed pipe anyway and they are very shiney. I'll give it some more thought.
Thanks guys for all the input . . . very helpful
I'll give it some more thought.Thanks guys for all the input . . . very helpful
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Melting Slicks
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From: Nashville TN
St. Jude Donor '09
BTW, your car is one of my favorites on the CF
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Melting Slicks
Joined: May 2006
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From: Nashville TN
St. Jude Donor '09
Hooker Update
I pulled the trigger on some Hookers today. I went with the polished stainless steel ones. It was less than $100 more and seems like the best route. I can't wait . . .
Bankok Dean - Ordered a pair of your "Plain and Simple" shields also. I'd better be able to see myself 
I'll post pics when I get them on.
Bankok Dean - Ordered a pair of your "Plain and Simple" shields also. I'd better be able to see myself
I'll post pics when I get them on.