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Old Jul 26, 2007 | 05:41 PM
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Im about to install dynomax cyclone headers on my 79 vette. Just wondering if I should be looking forward to any problems, or if anybody has any helpful advice. Thanks for any help!
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Old Jul 26, 2007 | 06:59 PM
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I've discovered if you always look forward to problems you will never be disappointed..

In all seriousness the dynomax headers are probably among the best fitting. Just take you r time and you should be fine
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Old Jul 27, 2007 | 12:22 AM
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I went for the Hedman Elites on my 79. I hooked them to an x-pipe and Dynomax super tubros. With them I didn't have any signitcant clearance issues except had to use the "shorty" plugs and small oil filter. No problems with the stock alternator mount but did have to use a small piece of black pipe to adjust for the A/C. Installation did not involve much after removing the stock manifold and exhaust...probably less than 1 hour..didn't need to remove the starter, etc.

I have no experience with the Dynomax ones you're looking at but am hoping they're not that much different than the Hedman's.
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Old Jul 27, 2007 | 01:25 AM
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put headers on mine more than 20 years ago.

I recomend using four jack stands and raise the car up as high as possible.
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Old Jul 27, 2007 | 08:46 AM
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The summit ones go one problem free, large filter, long plugs ETC.
If you have to dent at all, you got the wrong ones!
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