a millisecond glance at the pics, I could tell it was not a big block!
Hedman Headers Fit
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Le Mans Master
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Hedman Headers Fit
Just thought I would post the pics of my engine installation and how well the Hedman headers fit.Attachment 47814957
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That is beautifully detailed.
I have Hedman 68301-6s on my 78. They fit great on the driver's side, but the passenger side is very close to the idler arm and I had to grind some of my scatter shield off to get the header up against the head.
I have Hedman 68301-6s on my 78. They fit great on the driver's side, but the passenger side is very close to the idler arm and I had to grind some of my scatter shield off to get the header up against the head.
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Passenger side
Just realized the pictures I posted did not show the passenger side installed. I have the heavy duty Moog idler arm, and it is close, but the headers required no modification. There is probably 1/8 inch between the header and the rubber seal on the idler arm? We will see if it survives the heat.
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Big BLock
If I had a big block, I would use the stock big block manifold. It looks cool and by design would appear to be a decent manifold. Not as restrictive and lacking flow as the rams horn. And it is no surprise to me that headers don't fit. There is only so much room in a Corvette engine bay, and the big block engine is tight.
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Well done ! Love that you painted it Chevy orange ! Corporate blue just doesn't do it for me ! I did my big block for my Nova in it and regretted it every day once I had it all together!
That is one sweet 77 !
That is one sweet 77 !
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Orange
As for headers, I switched to Stainless Work Stainless Steel headers and exhaust...pricey but very high quality and actually fit even better than Hedmans, and more ground clearance.
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